The UNESCO Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights

This publication examines the dissemination of the Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights, and is part of the Organization's continuous effort to contribute to the understanding of its principles worldwide. Topics examined include the historical background of the text and its evolution throughout the drafting process. It also provides a reflection on the Declaration's relevance to previous declarations and bioethical literature, and its potential interpretation and application in challenging and complex bioethical debates.--Publisher's description.