Animal Biotechnology and Ethics

Advanced biomedical techniques such as genetic engineering are used extensively in animal related research and development. As the pace of development has quickened, there has been growing public anxiety about the ethical issues involved. This volume draws together some of the leading themes and issues which have emerged in the recent debates surrounding biotechnology as applied to animals. With contributions from authors of many different viewpoints, the subject is given a thorough treatment. Among those to whom the book should be of interest are practitioners of animal biotechnology, and those whose interest lies in assessing its credentials, such as philosophers and social or political scientists. It should also appeal to policy-makers and pressure groups, as well as to more general readers. The strong chapters on the legal and regulatory framework should make it useful to those involved in advising on company policy, patenting or litigation.