Genetics and ethics: a possible and necessary dialogue.

Area of Science:

• Genetics
• Bioethics

Background:

• The intersection of genetics and ethics has a long history, evolving from Darwinian concepts to modern declarations.
• Significant advancements have been made, yet ethical considerations continue to evolve.

Purpose of the Study:

• To discuss current ethical aspects within the field of genetics.
• To examine the challenges posed by the use of stored biological materials and emerging technologies.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of historical milestones (Darwin, Asilomar Conference, UD human genome declaration).
• Analysis of contemporary ethical dilemmas in genetics.

Main Results:

• Identifies the use of stored biological samples as a current ethical challenge.
• Highlights the ethical implications of new technologies like CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats).

Conclusions:

• The interaction between genetics and ethics requires ongoing attention and resolution.
• Further discussion and ethical frameworks are necessary to address current and future genetic technologies.