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the TRAGEDY of genetic mutation

Is it possible that the narrative of genetic mutation within a family line has the elements of a Greek tragedy? Much like the dramatic art-form originated from hymns in praise of Dionysus - god of fertility, wine and ecstasy, it raises the core questions of human existence, questions of suffering, of fate, family, (hubris?) and [...]

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2009 08 12 meta Comments (0)

beauty and terror

Is it possible that the ideal of perfection is flawed from the root and contradicts human nature? We experience happiness, beauty and pleasure in a more complex way than theories of salvation and utopia often suggest. Pleasure and pain are not the opposites they might appear to be. Physical pain is often associated with sexual [...]

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2009 08 12 meta Comments (0)

science solutions

The employment of pre-implentation genetic diagnosis represents an approach to solving problems using science. Design as a discipline is defined as creative and functional method of problem solving. Science in its pure form is often likened to fine art, instigated by a quest for knowledge or understanding.
Applied science (or technology) resembles more applied art (design) [...]

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2009 07 27 science Comments (0)