Genetic Engineering - Dream or Nightmare?: Turning the Tide on the Brave New World of Bad Science and Big Business

by Mae-Wan Ho

Genetic engineering is one of the most controversial and passionately debated issues today. This book is an in-depth, yet accessible, exposition of the science behind genetic engineering technology, written by a scientist who has herself carried out research in genetics and taught the subject for many years. It examines the social and political implications of the intimate involvement of genetic engineering science with big corporate business, and it points to serious hazards that are inherent in the technology but are largely ignored by practitioners and regulators alike. The author calls for a halt to commercialisation and for an independent public enquiry into the hazards involved, taking into account the most comprehensive scientific findings as well as the socio-economic and ethical implications.

Genres: Biology, Science

396 pages, Paperback

First published February 27, 1998

About the author

Ph.D in Biochemistry
University of Hong Kong

Reviews

[Benedict Reid]

This is the cheerleaders view of genetic engineering. Don't get me wrong, it's not inaccurate. It's just not balanced.

[Mahender Singh]

Beautifully exposes the horrific dangers of genetic engineering.
Must read for everyone interested in future of mankind.

[Charmaine]

An important book for today's world. Must read.