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 in 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 focusing
on the UK, the US, Canada, Germany, India and Israel, this book
will be of interest to 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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