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ASSAf consensus study on the ethical, legal and social implications of genetics and genomics in South Africa.
- Source :
- South African Journal of Science; Nov/Dec2018, Vol. 114 Issue 11/12, p10-12, 3p
- Publication Year :
- 2018
-
Abstract
- The article discusses the Academy of Science of South Africa's (ASSAf) study about the ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics work in the country. Topics discussed include the thematic areas of the study such as building relationships, respect for persons and good stewardship, the recommendations to develop human capacity and material resources, and the call for the appropriate training of healthcare professionals in genetics and genomics.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00382353
- Volume :
- 114
- Issue :
- 11/12
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- South African Journal of Science
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 133270839
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.17159/sajs.2018/a0302