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What if we sequenced all human genomes?
FromEuropean Parliament - EPRS Science and Technology podcasts
What if we sequenced all human genomes?
FromEuropean Parliament - EPRS Science and Technology podcasts
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Length:
6 minutes
Released:
Jul 1, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
The rapid growth of genetic databases worldwide, coupled with fast-decreasing costs and increased technological speed, has raised the possibility of every human genome on Earth being sequenced within this century. This brings to the forefront ethical and legal questions on data privacy and ownership. While a world genomic database would revolutionise preventive medicine and research, new forms of surveillance, discrimination and power imbalances could emerge. The global interplay between the individual, the state and private individuals could shift, requiring modern and flexible legislation to protect the rights of the individual.
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- Original publication on the EP Think Tank website
- Subscription to our RSS feed in case your have your own RSS reader
- Podcast available on Deezer, iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher, YouTube
Source: © European Union - EP
Released:
Jul 1, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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