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Race and Genetics Issues | |||
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| A Paler Shade of Black November 2002 |
We are all just one race. The Human Genome Project and associated geneticists have proven there is no such thing as race. This editorial explains how white people evolved their pale skin from their black ancestors. | ||
| The New Gold Rush January 2003 |
Drug companies want your DNA. Pharmaceutical companies are racing to capture and patent portions of people's DNA so they can reap huge profits from owning the data. Loss of privacy about your DNA may impact your ability to get hired and obtain health insurance. | ||
| Genocidal Weapons: Coming to a Threatre Near You February 2003 |
Genocidal weapons loom on the horizon. A new class of weapons seeks to selectively kill ethnic groups by targeting their DNA. Gene therapy can be turned around to develop these weapons. Legal and Feasibility aspects are also discussed. | ||
Environmental Issues | |||
| How Lightly Do You Tread Upon This Earth? December 2002 | Your lifestyle impacts the entire planet. Introduces the concept of your ecological footprint and its impact on planet Earth. Provides links to other ecological footprint resources and a quiz where you can determine your own ecological footprint. | ||
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This page last updated February 2, 2003
