Science, Government, and Genetics: Useful Links

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Human genome project information
This site provides useful information specifically about the HGP.  The site also provides general information about the HGP and explains the different goals of the project.
           

Privacy and discrimination in genetics
For information dealing with the fight against genetic discrimination and the issue surrounding the privacy of genetic information.  This site explores the possible government regulations to prevent such problems and to ensure genetic information remains confidential.
 

Cloning fact sheet
An introduction to cloning.  This site provides excellent information explaining what cloning is, the different types of cloning, how this technology can be used, and the possible risks involved.

Prenatal testing
A great overview of prenatal testing.  This site includes links to specific conditions and different available tests.

Behavioral genetics
This site explains behavioral genetics.  It explores such issues as to whether genes influence behavior, what implications behavioral genetics have on society, and how the science is studied.