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Epigenetics and forward-looking collective responsibility
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Abstract
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| In this chapter, I discuss the usefulness of the concept of ‘forward-looking collective responsibility’ (FLCR) in ethical debates involving epigenetics. I start out by reviewing previous employments of the collective responsibility in general, and FLCR in particular, in an epigenetics context. I then suggest ways to integrate FLCR in a framework of responsibility for epigenetic justice. Drawing inspiration from intersectional feminism and disability studies, epigenetic injustice is characterized as an instance of historical–structural injustice. Finally, I introduce the example of a Mexico City neighbourhood to show how those concerned about epigenetic responsibility can resist calls for epigenetic eliminativism. |
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Language
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English
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Source (book)
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Epigenetics and responsibility: ethical perspectives / Moormann, E. [edit.]; Smajdor, A. [edit.]; Cutas, D. [edit.]
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Publication
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Bristol
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Bristol University Press
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2024
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ISBN
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978-1-5292-2544-0
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DOI
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10.51952/9781529225440.CH002
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Volume/pages
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p. 37-56
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Full text (Publisher's DOI)
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