Help or Hype: The Ethics of Bio-nanotechnology
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Subject
Biology
Science and Society
Education Level
Undergraduate
High School
Middle School
This lesson explores the ethical concerns related to bio-nanotechnology. Bio-nanotechnology is the application of nanotechnology to living things. This ranges from the creation of pharmaceuticals to medical devices. While scientists have created many life-saving treatments ethical concerns, such as privacy, can arise from such technological advances.