Ethics and Social Implications (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Bioethics definition
Bioethics definition
Study of how medical/science decisions affect society & environment
Moral dilemma definition
Moral dilemma definition
Situation where deciding right/wrong challenges fundamental beliefs
Eugenics programmes (WW2)
Eugenics programmes (WW2)
Attempted to create 'superior race' through genetic selection
UN projection: additional people to feed by 2050
UN projection: additional people to feed by 2050
2.41 billion additional people
Where will population growth be highest?
Where will population growth be highest?
Less developed countries: Asia, SE Asia, Africa
Ethical principle 1: Benefit & non-harm aim
Ethical principle 1: Benefit & non-harm aim
Wellbeing
Ethical principle 2: Individual rights & autonomy aim
Ethical principle 2: Individual rights & autonomy aim
Choice
Ethical principle 3: Privacy & societal perception aim
Ethical principle 3: Privacy & societal perception aim
Respect
Ethical principle 4: Equity & justice aim
Ethical principle 4: Equity & justice aim
Fairness
What do scientists use to evaluate biotech (not emotion)?
What do scientists use to evaluate biotech (not emotion)?
Evidence and reasoning