Edited by
David Castle, Institute for Science, Society and Policy, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Nola Ries, Health Law Institute, University of Alberta, Canada
Description
Nutrigenomics is the rapidly developing field of science that studies nutrient-gene interaction. This field has broad implications for
understanding the interaction of human genomics and nutrition, but can also have very specific implications for individual dietary recommendations
in light of personal genetics. Predicted applications for nutrigenomics include genomics-based dietary guidelines and personalized nutrition
based on individual genetic tests. These developments have sweeping ethical, legal and regulatory implications for individuals, corporations
and governments.
This book brings together experts in ethics, law, regulatory analysis, and communication studies to identify and
address relevant issues in the emerging field of nutritional genomics. Contributing authors are experts in the social aspects of biotechnology
innovation, with expertise in nutrigenomics.
From addressing the concern that nutrigenomics will transform food into medicine and
undermine pleasures associated with eating to the latest in the science of nutrigenomics, this book provides a world-wide perspective
on the potential impact of nutrigenomics on our association with food.
Audience:
Academics interested in science and society issues in emerging technologies. Nutritionists, food scientists, policy makers and regulators,
and companies working with nutrigenomics who must consider the larger picture involved in this issue.
