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Genetic counseling for a woman who has been tested for Fragile X; testing for Fragile X of children in Denver schools; dangers of stigmatizing children with label of genetic diseaseScientists finding genes, social, ethical implications; genetic testing for cancer - profiles woman who wants to be tested; genetic tests for breast cancer and dilemma because there is no cure or course of action; Fragile X disease, genetic test available, concern about use of testing

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Genetic counseling for a woman who has been tested for Fragile X; testing for Fragile X of children in Denver schools; dangers of stigmatizing children with label of genetic diseaseScientists finding genes, social, ethical implications; genetic testing for cancer - profiles woman who wants to be tested; genetic tests for breast cancer and dilemma because there is no cure or course of action; Fragile X disease, genetic test available, concern about use of testing

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Robin J.R. Blatt speaks about the Human Genome Project, introduces the MCET human genome project set of programs, including ethical issues that will be addressed, explains how the interactivity works

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Robin J.R. Blatt speaks about the Human Genome Project, introduces the MCET human genome project set of programs, including ethical issues that will be addressed, explains how the interactivity works

Scope and Contents Presentation for students on careers related to genetics.  Scientist working with DNA in lab, talks about automation in human genome project; talks about how he determined this was the right career path for him; Richard Saltus, science writer at Boston Globe, follows what he does to investigate science stories; Ronnee Yashon lawyer who specializes in genetics; Eric Neuman, software designer, works on genetics software; Lisa Cherbuliez, business development manager for a biotechnology company...

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This collection contains a large variety of media materials, including news reports, interviews with staff, press conferences, lab footage, symposia, meetings, and others. Formats include VHS, audio cassette, BetaCam, DVD, CD, and others. The majority of the materials were created during the years of the Human Genome Project (1990-2003) but also include more recent materials.

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Laboratory equipment operating, closeups

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Altered gene causes additional risk of breast and ovarian cancer; genetic test for the gene; overview of risk and benefit of being tested; includes women telling their family stories of dealing with breast cancer; families deciding whether to get tested or not

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Intro to The Human Genome Project -Our Molecular Selves video; animation of chromosomes with explanation

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Intro to The Human Genome Project -Our Molecular Selves video; children sitting on steps; close up of eye; animation of chromosomes with explanation