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What is a key concern when it comes to the use of DNA collections for research?
What is a key concern when it comes to the use of DNA collections for research?
- Inadequate funding for research
- Overwhelming data size
- Limited availability of samples
- Lack of informed consent (correct)
What is highlighted as a conflict in the controversy surrounding gene patenting?
What is highlighted as a conflict in the controversy surrounding gene patenting?
- Private ownership vs. public domain
- Genetic manipulation vs. natural selection
- Research advancement vs. ethical boundaries
- Commercial profitability vs. academic altruism (correct)
What significant investment was made in 1995 related to a gene associated with obesity?
What significant investment was made in 1995 related to a gene associated with obesity?
- $50 million
- $100 million
- $150 million
- $70 million (correct)
Which company was involved in selling potential rights to genes associated with common complex diseases for $200 million in 1997?
Which company was involved in selling potential rights to genes associated with common complex diseases for $200 million in 1997?
In the context of gene patenting, what does 'national assent' refer to?
In the context of gene patenting, what does 'national assent' refer to?
Why is it essential to have safeguards built into the use of DNA collections?
Why is it essential to have safeguards built into the use of DNA collections?
What is a major issue related to misuse of personal genetic data according to the text?
What is a major issue related to misuse of personal genetic data according to the text?
In the context of population studies, what does ALSPAC stand for?
In the context of population studies, what does ALSPAC stand for?
What is emphasized as a key consideration in handling DNA collections for research purposes based on the text?
What is emphasized as a key consideration in handling DNA collections for research purposes based on the text?
What is a crucial aspect that continues to be debated regarding personal genetic data usage?
What is a crucial aspect that continues to be debated regarding personal genetic data usage?
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