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Pseudo-Scientific Ideas About Race and Eugenics in the USA and Australia

The eugenics movement in the USA, under leaders like Charles Davenport, promoted the separation of "inferior" races to prevent genetic contamination of the "superior" groups. Laws like the Virginia Racial Integrity Act enforced racial segregation and punished interracial marriages. This era saw the

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Medicine in Germany during the Third Reich (1933-1945): A Historical Study

Explore the dark history of medicine in Germany under the Third Reich, delving into topics such as eugenics, the T4 program, sterilization laws, and medical experiments. Uncover the atrocities committed in the name of healing and delve into the aftermath post-Holocaust, reflecting on the implication

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The Evolution of Ethical Boundaries in Genetic Modification

Looking back at the historical context of genetic engineering and bioethics, this article explores the shift in moral boundaries regarding genetically designed babies and mitochondrial disease. From concerns about eugenics to debates on enhancement vs. therapy, the evolving perspectives on altering

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The New Frontier of Disability Rights: Child Custody Challenges

Introduction to the historical context of eugenics and discrimination against parents with disabilities, the application of disability law in child welfare and family law systems, the intersection of state law and ADA protections, strategies to protect parents with disabilities in child custody case

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