Ethical and Philosophical Consideration of the Dual-Use Dilemma in the Biological Sciences

The dual-use dilemma arises in the context of research in the biological and other sciences as a consequence of the fact that one and the same piece of scientific research sometimes has the potential to be used for harmful as well as good purposes. Discoveries that may lead to important advances in...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Miller, Seumas, Selgelid, Michael J. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht Springer Netherlands 2008, 2008
Edition:1st ed. 2008
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Experiments of Concern
  • The Ethics of Dual-Use Research
  • Dissemination of Dual-Use Research Results
  • Options for the Regulation of Dual-Use Experiments and Information