Kuppuswamy, Chamundeeswari.

The international legal governance of the human genome / Chamundeeswari Kuppuswamy. - London : Routledge, 2009. - viii, 210 p. ; 24 cm. - Genetics and society . - Genetics and society. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. [189]-205) and index.

The human genome and bioethics -- International organisations and the human genome -- The common heritage of mankind (CHM) in international law -- The common heritage of mankind (CHM) and the right to development (RTD) -- Human rights, common heritage and development -- The common heritage of mankind (CHM) and intellectual property rights (IPR) -- Conclusion.

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Human genetics--Law and legislation.
Genetic resources--Law and legislation.
Human genetics--Moral and ethical aspects.