Epigenetics and Responsibility, livre ebook

Delivers an in-depth philosophical analysis of moral responsibility in the light of findings from epigenetics.

Looks at the implications of the ways in which developments in epigenetics affect classic debates such as ‘nature versus nurture.’

Uses interdisciplinary expertise to explain the complexities of epigenetics for the non-specialist reader.

EPUB and EPDF available Open Access under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.

We tend to hold people responsible for their choices, but not for what they can’t control: their nature, genes or biological makeup.

This thought-provoking collection redefines the boundaries of moral responsibility. It shows how epigenetics reveals connections between our genetic make-up and our environment. The essays challenge established notions of human nature and the nature/nurture divide and suggest a shift in focus from individual to collective responsibility.

Uncovering the links between our genetic makeup, environment and experiences, this is an important contribution to ongoing debates on ethics, genetics and responsibility.

1. Epigenetics, Bioethics and a Developmental Outlook on Life

2. Epigenetics and Forward-Looking Collective Responsibility

3. Luck, Epigenetics and the Worth of Collectives

4. Pictures at an Exhibition: Epigenetics, Harm and the Non-Identity Problem

5. Epigenetics, Parenthood and Responsibility for Children

6. AI and Epigenetic Responsibility

7. Responsibility and the Microbiome