Rewriting nature : the future of genome editing and how to bridge the gap between law and science / Paul Enriquez, United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
A momentous time for humankind -- How an idea became a reality -- What is genome editing? -- Molecular paraphernalia -- What can genome editing be used for? -- Redesigning food -- Regulating bioengineered food -- Redesigning humanity -- DNA and the administrative state -- Constitutional predicaments -- Science, law, and policy.
Summary:
"For the first time in the history of civilization, humans have procured the power to rewrite nature's book of life. Following the discovery of CRISPR and other key scientific developments at the dawn of the twenty-first century, humankind has-for better or worse-reached the Rubicon of precise genetic manipulation, which existed only in science fiction until now. Those familiar with genome editing understand its colossal power and potential to become a global transformative agent that surpasses the impact of electricity, the atomic bomb, or the Internet. REWRITING NATURE is an interdisciplinary odyssey through the law, science, and policy of genome editing-the most significant breakthrough of our generation. The volume addresses a critical need to bridge gaps between law, science, and policy, and challenges the conventional, false dichotomy frequently associated with mutually exclusive normative roles for science and law. Through exploration of heuristic inquiries into an array of interdisciplinary fields, the book seeks to ignite thoughtful dialogues about authentic-rather than manufactured or sensationalized-issues raised by the technology. This timely resource is intended for keen audiences focused on venturing beyond the headlines and talking points to develop a deeper understanding of the prospects and challenges of genome editing"-- Provided by publisher.
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