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genetic-diaspora

The deliberate dispersion of genetic information across populations to maintain genetic diversity and prevent evolutionary crises.

1 chapter across 1 book

Cyteen (1988)C.J. Cherryh

Chapter 47

This chapter presents an interview with Dr. Ariane Emory, who explains the origins and purpose of Reseune and the azi in the Union society. Emory emphasizes the critical role of azi as a genetically diverse reservoir designed to prevent genetic stagnation and potential evolutionary catastrophe in human populations spread across space. She clarifies that azi are intended as a temporary measure to ensure genetic variety and warns against their institutionalization as mere economic labor, aligning Reseune's interests with those of the Abolitionists.