Book review: Gene Drives on the Horizon: Advancing Science, Navigating Uncertainty, and Aligning Research with Public Values

Gene drives are a topic of growing interest since the CRISPR/Cas9 system was discovered. In 2016, the National Academies published a report about science, governance, and engagement related to gene drive research and testing. There are valuable insights in all chapters, but especially in the ones addressing governance and engagement.

Impact/Purpose

This book review provides readers with a summary of a recent National Academies report on the emerging issue of gene drives. It also highlights the report's strengths and weaknesses so that a reader may decide whether or not to invest the time to read the entire report.

Citation

Ridley, C. Book review: Gene Drives on the Horizon: Advancing Science, Navigating Uncertainty, and Aligning Research with Public Values. Allen Press, Inc., Lawrence, KS, 14(2):304-309, (2018). [DOI: 10.1002/ieam.2022]

DOI: Book review: Gene Drives on the Horizon: Advancing Science, Navigating Uncertainty, and Aligning Research with Public Values