Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law
Abstract
The article critically examines the ethical and scientific implications of genetic diversity research, particularly focusing on the Human Genome Diversity Project (HGDP). It highlights the tension between advancing scientific knowledge and addressing the ethical concerns of sampling vulnerable populations, such as indigenous and isolated communities. While the research aims to study genetic variation for medical and historical insights, it raises significant issues regarding informed consent, group rights, and the potential exploitation of these populations. The article emphasizes the need for balanced approaches that respect both individual and collective rights while ensuring equitable benefits from genetic research.
Disciplines
Intellectual Property Law | Law | Medical Jurisprudence
Recommended Citation
Russel L. Barsh,
Pharmacogenomics and Indigenous Peoples: Real Issues and Actors,
11
Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L.
365
(2003).
Available at:
https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol11/iss2/5