
The Dubious Consent Question At The Heart Of The Human Genome Project
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Navigating Ethics in DNA Donation
This chapter explores the strategic shift in the Human Genome Project's approach to DNA donation at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute, focusing on the implications of using a single donor's genome. It raises essential ethical questions surrounding consent and representation, particularly regarding the experiences of the African American community in genetic research.
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