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Consumer Genetics and the Capitalization of Hope
- Author(s):
- Matt Artz (see profile)
- Date:
- 2020
- Subject(s):
- Anthropology, Applied anthropology, Genealogy, Identity (Psychology), Technology, Science--Study and teaching, Technology--Study and teaching
- Item Type:
- Blog Post
- Tag(s):
- capitalism, dna, DNA Testing, genetics, Identity and technology, STS
- Permanent URL:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.17613/08mc-ja48
- Abstract:
- Users of direct-to-consumer genetic tests (DTCGT), commonly known as consumer DNA tests, often begin their journey with great hope. They have expectations of the amazing discoveries they will make from a genealogy and health perspective. Most, however, fail to grasp the benefits and risks, and many come to fear the privacy issues of exchanging their biocapital for promises of future-oriented knowledge. This article traces the transition from hope to fear and offers some suggestions for improving consumer safety.
- Metadata:
- xml
- Status:
- Published
- Last Updated:
- 1 year ago
- License:
- All Rights Reserved
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