As a genre, science fiction has the unique ability to inspire curiosity and deepen the understanding of issues that are facing STEM fields. One of those issues is the possibility of human cloning. This book examines how human cloning has been depicted in science fiction, the development of existing cloning technology, how scientists have used these techniques in the past, and their potential application for the future. Fascinated readers will explore topics such as somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT), animal cloning, and the ethical considerations surrounding therapeutic and reproductive cloning in humans.
