Misbehaving Science - Controversy and the Development of Behavior Genetics

Behavior genetics has always been a breeding ground for controversies. From the "criminal chromosome" to the "gay gene," claims about the influence of genes like these have led to often vitriolic national debates about race, class, and inequality. The author traces the field of behavior genetics back to its origins in the 1950s.

About the author

Aaron Panofsky is assistant professor in the Department of Public Policy and Institute for Society and Genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Summary

Behavior genetics has always been a breeding ground for controversies. From the "criminal chromosome" to the "gay gene," claims about the influence of genes like these have led to often vitriolic national debates about race, class, and inequality. The author traces the field of behavior genetics back to its origins in the 1950s.

Product details

• Authors: Aaron Panofsky, Panofsky Aaron
• Publisher: University Of Chicago Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 07.07.2014
• EAN: 9780226058450
• ISBN: 978-0-226-05845-0
• No. of pages: 320
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general); Social sciences, law, business > Sociology; Sociology, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / General, SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Social Aspects, Impact of science & technology on society, Impact of science and technology on society, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Technology Studies