“The pressures for human cloning are powerful; but, although it seems likely that somebody, at some time, will attempt it, we need not assume that it will ever become a common or significant feature of human life.”
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The Second Creation: Dolly and the Age of Biological Control
This book delves into the groundbreaking field of cloning, examining the ethical, scientific, and societal consequences of creating life through artificial means. It centers on the story of Dolly, the first mammal to be cloned from an adult cell, and discusses how this event has influenced the development of biological control techniques. The narrative spans from the historical context of cloning research to the potential applications and challenges of this technology in the modern world. more
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Ian Wilmut
Ian Wilmut is a renowned British researcher known for his contributions to the field of cloning technology. His successful cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996 garnered global attention. Wilmut's research has had a profound impact on biotechnology and regenerative medicine. more
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