Victor and victim
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Issues are presented concerning the anti-scientific sentiments which have been expressed by the use of images from author Mary Shelley's novel 'Frankenstein'. The responsibility of scientists for the outcome of their research is discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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The tracks of thought
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Issues are presented concerning the use of metaphors in the labelling of the genetic code with particular emphasis on the use of the terms 'translation' and 'transcription'. The use of figurative language by scientists is discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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Back to the future from 1888
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Issues are presented concerning the utopian vision of Edward Bellamy who published a book entitled "Looking Backward". His predictions of technological advances and belief in the efficient use of technology are discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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