Lieven Scheire DNA

Human genetics is one of the most exciting fields in science at the moment Not only does it advance exponentially fast it is also a field of study that will very soon affect our daily lives We will all have to deal with the possibilities and technologies that human genetics have to offer today and in the coming years Quite a few questions and dilemmas still have to be answered by us Do I want to know everything that can be found out from my DNA And who is allowed to use and read my genetic code My doctor The police The chef of my favourite restaurant Also what genetic technologies do I want to use Do I want to clone my dog choose my childrens eye colour or genetically modify them to give them extra talents Do I want others in society to be allowed to do that The current and future possibilities of human genetics are simply overwhelming They are both promising and frightening chilling and delightful