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 PAGE \* MERGEFORMAT 27 Human genome research and genetics of the lessons of history Keywords:: genetics; genetic counseling; eugenics; prenatal and postnatal care; informed consent; informed choice; Privacy Abstract: The 18th International Genetics Conference’s eight-point consensus reached by the human genome research and its application of great significance, but also pointed out the issues in genetics and its applications between different cultures how to resolve the differences between them, the best way. Nazi Germany’s eugenic practices and the former Soviet Union gave rise and fall of Lysenko school, has left us not forget the lesson. Maternal and Child Health Law on China’s arguments reflect the scientific, ethical and policy cross. Our genome research and genetic services is to enhance personal health and to promote family happiness, but can not and should aim to reduce the disabled population. Genome research and genetic services, must be committed to protecting the privacy of patients, adhere to informed consent / informed choice and autonomous decision-making principles, we applaud the achievements of human genome research at the same time, bearing in mind the lessons of history of genetics is very important. Science and Politics: Lessons from the History of Genetics Abstract: The eight points consensus reached at the 18th International Congress on Genetics have great implications for the human genomes research and its application, and demonstrates the best approach to solve the difference between different cultures on the issues in genetics and its application. The eugenic practice of Nazis Germany and Lisenko’s school up and down in the former Soviet Union left us unforgettable lessons. The debate around China’s amp;quot;Maternal and Infant Health Care Lawamp;quot; reflects the interface between science, ethics and policy. The purpose of human genome research and genetic services should be for the promotion of individual health and the hap