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Human Cloning in the Media

Human Cloning in the Media

From Science Fiction to Science Practice

by Joan HaranMaureen McNeil Kate O'Riordan and others
Paperback
Publication Date: 19/05/2014

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This book examines the making of human cloning as an imaginary practice and scientific fact. It explores the controversies surrounding both 'therapeutic cloning' for stem cell research and 'reproductive' cloning. The authors analyse the cultural production of cloning, how practices and representations play out in the global arena, and its transformation from science fiction to science practice. Case studies are used to illustrate key fore grounded issues:



the image of the scientist, scientific expertise and institutions
the governance of science
the representation of women's bodies as the subjects and objects of biotechnology
the constitution of publics, both as objects of media debate, and as their intended audience.

Drawing together the Sociology of Scientific Knowledge, with insights from media and cultural studies, this book offers a timely contribution to debates about the public communication of science and the status of scientific truth. This book will be a valuable companion to students on undergraduate courses in media studies, science communication, cultural studies, science and technology studies and sociology.
ISBN:
9780415759663
9780415759663
Category:
Media studies
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
19-05-2014
Language:
English
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Pages:
256
Dimensions (mm):
234x156x15mm
Weight:
0.38kg

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