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Leon Kass, The Francis Fukuyama Professor Of Bioethics At The University Of Chicago Apples Of Gold In Pictures Of Silver: Honoring The Work Of Leon R Kass

Leon Kass is one of the world's leading bioethicists. His work has had a profound impact on the field, and he has been a major figure in the public debate over the ethics of biotechnology. This book is a collection of essays in tribute to Kass's work, exploring his contributions to bioethics from his early work on the ethics of human experimentation to his more recent work on the meaning of life and death.

Apples of Gold in Pictures of Silver: Honoring the Work of Leon R. Kass

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The Early Years

Kass was born in Chicago in 1939. He received his B.A. from the University of Chicago in 1961 and his M.D. from Harvard Medical School in 1966. After completing his residency in internal medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, Kass joined the faculty of the University of Chicago in 1971. He has been the Francis Fukuyama Professor of Bioethics at the University of Chicago since 2002.

Kass's early work focused on the ethics of human experimentation. In his 1971 book, Toward a More Natural Science: Biology and Human Affairs, Kass argued that human beings are not simply biological organisms, but also have a moral and spiritual dimension. He argued that this moral and spiritual dimension must be taken into account in the design and conduct of human experiments.

Kass's work on the ethics of human experimentation has been influential in shaping the ethical guidelines for human research that are now used by researchers around the world. He has also been a vocal critic of the use of human embryos in research, arguing that it is morally wrong to create and destroy human embryos for the sake of scientific knowledge.

The Meaning of Life and Death

In recent years, Kass has turned his attention to the meaning of life and death. In his 2002 book, Life, Liberty, and the Defense of Dignity: The Challenge for Bioethics, Kass argued that human life is a gift that should be cherished and protected. He argued that we should not use biotechnology to create new forms of human life or to extend human life indefinitely.

Kass's work on the meaning of life and death has been praised by many for its wisdom and compassion. He has been a powerful voice for the defense of human dignity in an age of technological hubris.

A Legacy of Influence

Leon Kass is one of the most important bioethicists of our time. His work has had a profound impact on the field, and he has been a major figure in the public debate over the ethics of biotechnology. This book is a fitting tribute to Kass's work, and it will be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of bioethics.

Apples of Gold in Pictures of Silver: Honoring the Work of Leon R. Kass

5 out of 5