"The Commercialization of Genetic Research" is a scholarly book that addresses the ethical, legal, and political issues arising from the commercialization of genetic research. In light of the rapid advancements in genetic research and technology over the past few decades, the book aims to promote an interdisciplinary discussion about the impacts of these developments on various communities. It is based on contributions from experts in the fields of ethics, law, medicine, health policy, and social sciences, which were presented during the Second International Conference on DNA Sampling in 1998 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The authors have significantly expanded their original presentations and enriched them with discussions that took place during the conference. This book thus provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities associated with the commercialization of genetic research, highlighting the ethical dilemmas involved.