Sentences with phrase «use of genetic information»

George Annas, a health lawyer at Boston University, decries the idea that companies may be able to make use of genetic information in cases of business necessity.

«By prohibiting the improper use of genetic information, Americans will be encouraged to take advantage of the tremendous life - altering potential of genetic research.»

This study aimed to evaluate the progress of selection against hip dysplasia, to quantify potential improvements in the response to selection via use of genetic information and increases in selection intensity, and to prepare for public provision of estimated breeding values (EBV) for hip dysplasia in the UK.

In the same way that we refer to Blade Runner as shorthand for gritty dystopian cityscapes, Gattaca for worries about corporate use of genetic information, and Terminator for ominously powerful AI, Black Mirror has become shorthand for a certain type of contemporary internet - age creepiness.

The gathering and use of genetic information impacts in a unique manner on Indigenous peoples because of their:

They also encourage public debate on ethical, social, legal and commercial implications of the use of genetic information.

This process of restricting the use of genetic information during embryonic development is known as epigenetic programming» programming that is not part of the DNA code itself but imposed on that code during embryonic development.

Here's hoping that ever - cheaper genome analysis accelerates the use of genetic information.

The study of epigenetics is dealing with the processes that control the use of genetic information through changing chromatin structure.

In 2008, the United States passed a law — the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)-- that prohibits the use of genetic information to discriminate against people in employment decisions and health insurance coverage.

Great strides have been made in genomics and the use of genetic information in the diagnosis and management of many diseases, but there is still much to learn.

The Act, addressing concerns about access to and use of genetic information, limits the collection, use and disclosure of genetic test results in the employment context and introduces significant protections for employees.

Gary's research interests include the use of genetic information in environmental regulation, risk and the precautionary principle, legal aspects of personalized medicine, and regulation of emerging technologies such as nanotechnology, neuroscience and biotechnology.