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Biosocialities, Genetics and the Social Sciences - Making Biologies and Identities (Paperback, New)
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Biosocialities, Genetics and the Social Sciences - Making Biologies and Identities (Paperback, New)
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Biosocialities, Genetics and the Social Sciences explores the
social, cultural and economic transformations that result from
innovations in genomic knowledge and technology. This pioneering
collection uses Paul Rabinow's concept of biosociality to chart the
shifts in social relations and ideas about nature, biology and
identity brought about by developments in biomedicine. Based on new
empirical research, it contains chapters on genomic research into
embryonic stem cell therapy, breast cancer, autism, Parkinson's and
IVF treatment, as well as on the expectations and education
surrounding genomic research. It covers four main themes: novel
modes of identity and identification, such as genetic citizenship
the role of institutions, ranging from disease advocacy
organizations and voluntary organizations to the state the
production of biological knowledge, novel life-forms, and
technologies the generation of wealth and commercial interests in
biology. Including an afterword by Paul Rabinow and case studies on
the UK, US, Canada, Germany, India and Israel, this book is key
reading for students and researchers of the new genetics and the
social sciences - particularly medical sociologists, medical
anthropologists and those involved with science and technology
studies.
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