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Hacking Darwin : genetic engineering and the future of humanity / Jamie Metzl.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781492670094 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: xxiii, 326 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Naperville, Illinois : Sourcebooks, [2019]
- Copyright: ©2019
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 269-306) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Where Darwin meets Mendel -- Climbing the complexity ladder -- Decoding identity -- The end of sex -- The divine sparks and pixie dust -- Rebuilding the living world -- Stealing immortality from the gods -- The ethics of engineering ourselves -- We contain multitudes -- The arms race of the human race -- The future of humanity. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Genetic engineering > Moral and ethical aspects. Human genetics. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Cookstown Branch | 576.5 Met | 31681010165181 | NONFIC | Available | - |
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"A gifted and thoughtful writer, Metzl brings us to the frontiers of biology and technology, and reveals a world full of promise and peril." â Siddhartha Mukherjee MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Emperor of All Maladies and The Gene
A groundbreaking exploration of genetic engineering and its impact on the future of our species from leading geopolitical expert and technology futurist, Jamie Metzl.
At the dawn of the genetics revolution, our DNA is becoming as readable, writable, and hackable as our information technology. But as humanity starts retooling our own genetic code, the choices we make today will be the difference between realizing breathtaking advances in human well-being and descending into a dangerous and potentially deadly genetic arms race. Enter the laboratories where scientists are turning science fiction into reality.
In this captivating and thought-provoking nonfiction science book, Jamie Metzl delves into the ethical, scientific, political, and technological dimensions of genetic engineering, and shares how it will shape the course of human evolution.
- Cutting-edge insights into the field of genetic engineering and its implications for humanity's future
- Explores the transformative power of genetic technologies and their potential to reshape human life
- Examines the ethical considerations surrounding genetic engineering and the choices we face as a species
- Engaging narrative that delves into the scientific breakthroughs and real-world applications of genetic technologies
- Provides a balanced perspective on the promises and risks associated with genetic engineering
- Raises thought-provoking questions about the future of reproduction, human health, and our relationship with nature
Drawing on his extensive background in genetics, national security, and foreign policy, Metzl paints a vivid picture of a world where advancements in technology empower us to take control of our own evolution, but also cautions against the pitfalls and ethical dilemmas that could arise if not properly managed.
Hacking Darwin is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of science, technology, and humanity's future.
