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Nature Research

Scitable: Genetics and Society

For Students 9th - 10th
Get an in-depth look at the ethical, legal, and social implications genetic technologies have on society. Explore the ethical considerations that genetics has on our society with the advances in genetically-tailored treatments, genetic...
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Georgetown University

Georgetown Univ.: Scope Note 24, Human Gene Therapy

For Students 9th - 10th
Georgetown University site with a lengthy article on many aspects of gene therapy. Includes background and historical information and numerous resources on the topic. Focus here is on the ethics of these types of therapies.
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The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry

Abpi: Biotechnology

For Students 9th - 10th
Students read through a complete, interactive lesson on biotechnology. An activity at the end allows students to research and present arguments for or against statements about the ethics of gene therapy and gene manipulation.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: On Human Cloning

For Students 9th - 10th
Three cloning experts share their opinions of cloning in these interviews from NOVA: "18 Ways to Make a Baby."