Good work in difficult times -- The conditions of good work -- Early attempts to shape bodies and minds -- Genetics in the limelight -- A golden age in a well-aligned domain -- Storm clouds in genetics -- Power gained and debased in the news media -- Sources of strength in journalism -- Good works in journalism today -- Restoring good work in journalism and genetics -- Good work in the wider world -- Appendix A: Information about the Good Work Project -- Appendix B: Methods for studying good work -- Appendix C: Journalism interview protocol -- Appendix D: Genetics interview protocol.