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Subject(s)

• Ethics [Browse]
• Genetics [Browse]
• Islam [Browse]
• Medicine—Research [Browse]
• Biology—Research [Browse]

Series

• SpringerBriefs in Ethics, [More in this series]
• SpringerBriefs in Ethics, 2211-811X [More in this series]

Summary note

This open access book offers unique insights into the key ethical issues faced by practitioners and discussed by ethicists in the field of genomics and incidental findings, with a focus on the Islamic moral tradition. Embark on an enlightening exploration of key ethical challenges in genomics and incidental findings, uniquely tailored to the context of the Muslim Arab world. Following the regional scientific leap in genomic infrastructure, this study provides a timely response to the need for a solid evidence base that pairs scientific research with cutting-edge research in Islamic ethics. A variety of expert perspectives have been incorporated, which produce a holistic overview of the intricate, interwoven systems, including the status quo of genomic research in the Gulf region, related Islamic ethical deliberations, and, finally, the governing jurisdictions and regulations on the ground. This publication stands as a pioneer work for academics interested in various fields, including genomics, bioethics, and Islamic studies. It equally serves as an invaluable guide for practitioners and policy-makers, equipping them to make informed decisions that resonate with the socio-cultural and religio-ethical nuances of the Islamic tradition. Being multidisciplinary in nature, the study is written in such a way that makes it accessible for those without a specialized background in Islamic studies or genomics.

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Contents

• Acknowledgements
• Contents
• 1 Introduction
• Genomic Allure in the Muslim World
• Understudied Topic
• Bridging the Gaps
• Overall Structure of the Study
• 2 Constructing a Comprehensive Discourse
• Theoretical Level: Metaethics and Normative Ethics
• Metaethics
• Normative Ethics
• Practical Level: Fivefold Classification of Human Acts
• Applied Case: Incidental Findings (IFs)
• 3 Ethical Judgment of What (Not) to Be Disclosed
• Incidental Findings (IFs) as a Technical Term
• (A) Obligatory
• A-1 Likelihood of IFs
• A-2 Life-Saving Information
• (B) Prohibited: Misattributed Paternity
• B-1 Prohibited Disclosure
• B-2 Obligatory Disclosure
• (C) Recommended
• C-1 Theoretical Framing: Seeking Medical Treatment (tadāwī) and Providing Medical Care (taṭbīb)
• C-2 Applied Example: ACMG List
• (D) Reprehensible
• D-1 Theoretical Framing: Distant Lineage
• D-2 Applied Example: Genetic Ancestry
• Afterword
• Appendix A Ethical Judgments on Incidental Findings (IFs): A Systematic Overview
• Appendix B Islamic Ethics and Genomics: Drafting National Policy

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ISBN

3-031-59405-3

Doi

• 10.1007/978-3-031-59405-2

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