Medicine, Technology, and Genetic Engineering: Reflections from the Outside

Authors

Jeffrey R. Plittman, Arkansas State University

Abstract

Advances in technology are producing many changes in the ways humans view and manage their lives. The refinement of genetic engineering techniques has created vast opportunities for humankind, along with novel problems and dangers. Accordingly, the questions that must be addressed pertain to the nature of life itself. Yet the scientific community can not be given sole discretion In managing todey's technologies. Instead, all segments of society must be Involved In determining how genetic engineering will be used.

Recommended Citation

Plittman, Jeffrey R. (1986) "Medicine, Technology, and Genetic Engineering: Reflections from the Outside," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 13: Iss. 1, Article 11.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1740
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol13/iss1/11