Naff, Clay Farris

Presents essays reflecting opposing opinions on the issue of reproductive technology, discussing whether such medical advances are harmful or beneficial, at what age women should stop having babies, surrogate motherhood, unethical treatment of embryos, and regulation of the field.

Provides overviews and summaries of the Middle East Conflicts and focuses on topics like how has the rise of Islamic Militancy affected Middle East conflicts? and how does U.S involvement affect the Middle East? and how does the Arab-Israeli conflict affect the Middle East? and then raises the question of whether or not peace will ever be possible in the region. Also features key people and advocacy groups and related organizations.

Presents a concise overview, primary source quotes, and statistics on issues associated with nicotine and tobacco use including the effects of secondhand smoke.

Presents a collection of nineteen essays on the controversial theory of evolution, and address issues such as Darwin's ideas of natural selection, tracing man's origins, creationist arguments, and more.

Learn about deafness and hearing impairments, including the causes and treatments, presented in a pro-con format from a variety of primary and secondary sources.

The Perspectives on Diseases and Disorders series offers young readers and researchers a means of understanding allergies and their ramifications. Clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how people live with them and the latest information about treatment and prevention.

Presents a series of essays on the moral and ethical issues and controversies surrounding the science of gene therapy including embryonic stem cell research.

Provides eleven essays that explore wind power, discussing the development, benefits, and future of the renewable energy source.