Should we select for genetic moral enhancement?
A thought experiment using the MoralKinder (MK+) haplotype
by
Faust HS.
Department of Family and Community Medicine,
University of New Mexico,
1260 Vallecita Drive,
87501, Santa Fe, NM, USA,
halleyfaust@comcast.net
Theor Med Bioeth. 2009 Jan 9.

ABSTRACT

By using preimplantation haplotype diagnosis, prospective parents are able to select embryos to implant through in vitro fertilization. If we knew that the naturally-occurring (but theoretical) MoralKinder (MK+) haplotype would predispose individuals to a higher level of morality than average, is it permissible or obligatory to select for the MK+ haplotype? I.e., is it moral to select for morality? This paper explores the various potential issues that could arise from genetic moral enhancement.

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