UEP 0222 - Biotechnology Social And Environmental Issues

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Tufts University

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Description:

Examines social and environmental impacts of the new developments in biotechnology in the areas of agriculture, medicine, and human reproduction. Students will gain a basic scientific/technical literacy pertaining to the biological concepts associated with new developments in genetic engineering. Discussions and critical analyses of contributions of science to public policy and the role of values in science. Topics include: history of the recombinant DNA controversy, genetically engineered plants and microorganisms, bovine growth hormone, transgenic animals, genetically modified food, human genetic engineering/eugenics, cloning, DNA identification, privacy and genetic discrimination; the Human Genome Project, and patenting of genes and life forms. The social controversies surrounding research, medical applications, and products of biotechnology will be viewed through the perspectives of different stakeholders and alternative frameworks of analysis highlighting religious and secular values and ideology, risk assessment, and cultural norms. There are no science prerequisites. This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tufts.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 628-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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