Faust HS. Should we select for genetic moral enhancement? A thought experiment using the MoralKinder (MK+) haplotype.
THEORETICAL MEDICINE AND BIOETHICS 2008;
29:397-416. [PMID:
19132548 DOI:
10.1007/s11017-008-9089-6]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2008] [Accepted: 12/22/2008] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
Abstract
By using preimplantation haplotype diagnosis, prospective parents are able to select embryos to implant through in vitro fertilization. If we knew that the naturally-occurring (but theoretical) MoralKinder (MK+) haplotype would predispose individuals to a higher level of morality than average, is it permissible or obligatory to select for the MK+ haplotype? I.e., is it moral to select for morality? This paper explores the various potential issues that could arise from genetic moral enhancement.
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