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A theory of unborn life : from abortion to genetic manipulation /

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In light of biomedical technologies, such as artificial reproduction, stem cell research, and genetic selection, the question of what we owe to future persons is as contested as ever. Here, Karnein provides a novel theory that shows how our commitments to persons can help us make sense of our obliga...

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Main Author: Karnein, Anja J.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York City : Oxford University Press, 2012.
Subjects:
Unborn children (Law)
Genetic engineering > Law and legislation.
Bioethics.
Fetus > Legal status, laws, etc. > United States.
Fetus > Legal status, laws, etc. > Germany.
Embryo, Mammalian
Germany
United States
Embryo Research > ethics
Fetus
Bioethical Issues
Enfant à naître (Droit)
Fœtus.
Bioéthique.
LAW > Medical Law & Legislation.
Bioethics
Fetus > Legal status, laws, etc.
Genetic engineering > Law and legislation
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:In light of biomedical technologies, such as artificial reproduction, stem cell research, and genetic selection, the question of what we owe to future persons is as contested as ever. Here, Karnein provides a novel theory that shows how our commitments to persons can help us make sense of our obligations to unborn life.
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780199782710
0199782717
0199933294
9780199933297