Yount, Lisa

Profiles fourteen notable scientists in the field of genetic engineering, discussing their research, accomplishments, ethical and professional obstacles, and contributions. Includes photographs, illustrations, chronology of notable events, and a list of resources.

A collection of twelve controversial essays that debate the issue of domestic violence including restraining orders, intervention programs, community involvement, and counseling.

Profiles thirteen notable scientists in the field of forensics, discussing their research, accomplishments, ethical and professional contributions. Includes photographs, illustrations, chronology of notable events, glossary, and a list of resources.

Examines the growing influence managed care organizations have on the lives of people in the United States, focusing on the rising costs of care and the fear that reducing costs will deny ill people the care they need.

Examines the debate over physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia in the U.S., looking at various arguments for and against the practice; and includes a chronology, a list of key people in the history of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide, a glossary, a guide to further research, and a selection of resource information.

Discusses all forms of assisted death, including physician-assisted suicide, and the medical, legal, and ethical controversies surrounding euthanasia.

Includes biographies of ten women who have made significant contributions to modern science, including Barbara McClintock, Katsuko Saruhashi, E. Margaret Burbidge, and Lydia Phindile Makhubu.

Presents a selection of primary sources that provide insights into all sides of the debate over genetic engineering, exploring the questions of whether genetic engineering will benefit humanity, food, and farming, whether the engineering of human genes is ethical, and whether the practice should be more closely regulated.