Scientific benefits not available to public

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Benefits from advances in biology, genetics and medicine, concerning the human genome, shall be made available to all, with due regard to the dignity and human rights of each individual. Draft Universal Declaration on the Human Genome and Human Rights (UNESCO), Article 12.

Broader Terms:

Cultural life, participation in and benefits of scientific progress
Scientific progress and its applications, enjoyment of the benefits of

See ESC right:

Scientific progress and its applications, enjoyment of the benefits of

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

15(1)(b): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone:

(b) To enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications;