McCoy, Erin L.

"The last two decades have seen the ever-accelerating development of new technologies, from the Internet and software applications to artificial intelligence, drones, and robotics. Alongside these advances, a new global threat has emerged: cyberterrorism. Through full-color photographs, sidebars, and a glossary, students will learn about different types of cyberattacks and cyberterrorists and the real and potential impacts they can have, as well as how nations and individuals are fighting back against this looming threat"--Provided by the publisher.

"Millions of people around the world suffer from infertility. For them, the prospect of having a baby may have seemed unattainable just a century ago. However, new technologies have not only made it possible for more people to have children but have also helped parents assess the health of their babies before they're even born. Treatments include artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, and amniocentesis. However, these new treatments have also sparked controversies involving the boundaries of government control, private choice, religious belief, and parental wishes. This book helps readers explore the many sides of this complicated issue"--Amazon.

Explains different types of dangerous viruses and discusses how infections occur, how to prevent an epidemic, how they can be used as weapons, and more.

Briefly explores the history of reproductive technology and modern debates and controversies surrounding reproduction. Discusses the religious viewpoint, the history of eugenics, sperm and egg donation, and the ethics of genetic engineering. Includes a glossary.

Middle school readers will discover all the challenges in food and water production that humans face today, and learn about global efforts to battle the threat of food shortages.

Discusses the debate over torture and if it's justified or unacceptable.

Discusses the debate on incarceration and society's role as punisher or helper, focusing on prison conditions and the American criminal justice system.

"In 2015, same-sex marriage was declared legal in all fifty states by the Supreme Court. Today, more than two dozen nations around the world have legalized same-sex marriage. However, the debate about whether such marriages should be allowed still rages on, both in the United States and around the globe. In some countries, homosexuality is illegal and those convicted of homosexual acts can even face the death penalty. Some argue that same-sex marriage erodes the institution of marriage or oppose it on religious grounds, while others view the ability to marry as a fundamental right. This book delves into all sides of the debate"--Amazon.