Diversity project: Cavalli-Sforza answers his critics

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Luigi Luca Cavalli-Sforza, population geneticist and founder of the Human Genome Diversity Project (HGDP), says that the project is very important as it gives a balanced picture of human genetic diversity and provides data on the genetic causes of diseases. He denies allegations that HGDP encourages racist stereotypes. According to Cavalli-Sforza, new techniques of DNA analysis provide a unique way of analyzing the history of human populations. He has asked the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization to review the ethical aspects of the project.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Ethical aspects, Geneticists, Genetic research, Cavalli-Sforza, Luigi Luca

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Genetic testing 'needs more checks.'

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The genetic tests and their interpretation done by the US academic and commercial laboratories deserve external evaluation for quality. These laboratories are less subjected to external review. Their work is evaluated by their own internal review boards which may not always be competent in genetics. Genetic tests which are not to be done on children are also conducted by a group of researchers. These organizations must consult their own internal review boards or the Food and Drug Administration before providing the services.

Analysis, Services, Surveys, Genetic screening, Genetic testing, Testing laboratories, Medical genetics

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Genome ethics chair resigns amid worries over autonomy

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The alleged interference of the National Center for Human Genome Research on the working group tasked to give advice on the ethical, legal and social implications of the Human Genome Project has prompted its chair to resign. Lori Andrews cited her concern about the independence of the group as the factor behind her departure. The working group was created jointly by the US National Institutes of Health and the Dept. of Energy to advise Congress, Pres. Clinton and the public on the implications of the $3-billion project.

Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Andrews, Lori B.

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