Gene-napper

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  1. 1
    A person who appropriates DNA or other genetic material from another human being without permission with the intent of uncovering private information

    ""No degree of personal vigilance can prevent gene-nappers from wreaking havoc in the private lives of others." -- Jacob M. Appel, American bioethicist, 'Gene-nappers,’ like identity thieves, new threat of digital age, 2009"

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""No degree of personal vigilance can prevent gene-nappers from wreaking havoc in the private lives of others." -- Jacob M. Appel, American bioethicist, 'Gene-nappers,’ like identity thieves, new threat of digital age, 2009"

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