Biotechnologies

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The world of technological developments continues to grow at lightening speed – from smart phones to iPods and iPads – the latest gadgets are always at our fingertips.

But when these technologies intersect with human life – in other words, biotechnologies – we need to look carefully at the moral and ethical implications.

The following section covers genetic technologies, genetic testing and therapies, chimeras, egg donation, and other technologies that intersect with human life.

 If you’d like to see a full listing of our articles on bioetechnologies, check out our quick guide.

Pick of the Week

The Value of Life: Prenatal Surgery

In the hot pursuit of technological advancement we have often left behind morality, ethics, and the sanctity of life. Prenatal surgery stands as a shining example of how we can use advancements in medicine to affirm the dignity of all human life. read more

Recent News

Pro-Life Organizations Report IRS Harassment, Intimidation

An international association of pro-life pharmacists reported Wednesday that it was subjected to ongoing harassment and intimidation by the IRS. Pharmacists for Life International (PFLI), based in Powell, Ohio, joins the ever-growing list of conservative organizations announcing that they were targets of the agency.

PFLI reported that the IRS continually harassed at least two of its members with costly audits and intimidating letters over a period of months and years. On Friday, the IRS admitted that it was wrong to target groups with “tea party” or “patriot” in their names. Since then, other groups — including the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Samaritan’s Purse, the Biblical Recorder, and Family Talk Action — have said that they, too, have been targeted.

And now, pro-life organizations are coming forward.

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Featured Blog

What do you think of Assisted Reproductive Technologies?

As in vitro fertilization continues to grow in popularity among those who struggle with infertility, questions continue to be asked about the moral and medical aspects of assisted reproductive technology.  For Christians who believe in the sanctity of all human life, the sanctity of marriage, and the value of children, some of these moral questions are [...]

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