Genetic engineering refers to the direct manipulation of the genes of an organism by technological intervention. This is a relatively new, yet highly controversial field in science including several areas of interest such as transgenic plants and animals, stem cells, recombinant microorganisms and cloning. It promises to produce several breakthroughs in agriculture, medicine, manufacturing, bioremediation and livestock production (1). As a result of philosophically believing in science and the country's use of a democratic political system, I argue for the continued research in this field. .
Transgenic plants are currently being used for several beneficial purposes. Pathogen resistant plants are currently being developed to decrease the need for hazardous and costly herbicide and pesticide treatments that are often used six to eight times a year (1). Manganese containing pesticides may be the cause of several neurodegenerative conditions such as Madcow Disease, Creutzfeld-Jakob Disease and Alzheimer's (2). Herbicide spraying costs about $10 billion a year, although 10% of crops are still lost. Reducing the amount of pesticides and herbicides sprayed annually will undoubtedly decrease further destruction to our environment as they tend to last long after the crop season and may affect other organisms in the area. Transgenic plants are also being developed to better withstand oxidative and salt stress. Shelf life, sweetness and color may also be extended by further research. Using transgenic techniques, scientists are able to modify the nutritional content of plant by transferring genes that produce amino acids such as lysine and by altering the saturation and chain length of lipids (1). The entire genome of rice, the staple food of one third to one half of the world's population, has recently been identified(). This may lead to a functional increase in its environmental tolerance and product yield.
Genetic Engineering could be the next step in the future enhancements in science. ... Genetic Engineering can take the medical world to a new level. ... Genetic Engineering could also create new medicine for diseases untreatable before. ... Genetic Engineering could make the crops bigger, faster without harming it. ... Genetic Engineering is the outbreak science has been looking for. ...
Genetic Engineering is a major issue in today's society. ... Genetic Engineering has vastly affected the medical field. ... Genetic engineering has helped to eliminate problems such as genetic defects. Genetic engineering can now eliminate organ donor lines. ... Genetic engineering is becoming a huge part of today's society. ...
Oliver Collado-3rd 10/29/03 AMDG Genetic Engineering My policy on genetic engineering is that to a certain extent genetic engineering is essential to our world today. ... There should be set laws that restrict scientists on genetic engineering. ... Are there any advantages or disadvantages if they succeed in genetic engineering. ... If we don't go into genetic engineering, someone won't get the information and use it for evil purposes, even thought genetic engineering is already evil itself. ... A person that you could consult on genetic engineering is a scientist. ...
Genetic engineering is the alteration of genetic code by artificial means, and is therefore different from traditional selective breeding. ... Genetic engineering has given us the power to alter the very basis of life on earth. ... Human cloning is a type of genetic engineering, but is not the same as true genetic manipulation. ... Genetic engineering and other genetic technology has the potential to fundamentally affect our everyday lives. In his book Understanding Genetic Engineering, Dr. ...
Genetic engineering is one of those radical discoveries. ... Is it ethical to develop a flawless human race through genetic engineering? ... Obviously genetic engineering and cloning are two completely different subjects, but genetic engineering is risky, with an unpredictable outcome. ... The subject of genetic engineering has been brought up not only in real life, but also in fiction. ... Genetic Engineering is not only dangerous and costly, but also has negative effects on our society. ...
Genetic engineering has grown and become more common. ... Genetic engineering is also "rocking the boat" in the reproduction world. Genetic engineering and reproduction are a grim scene in society. ... Medically, genetic engineering has been researched for decades. ... Overall, society has accepted genetic engineering. ...
I don't think that genetically altering DNA or genetically engineering something is a good idea. ... Also, genetic engineering creates great risks. ... Genetic engineering also has its benefits. ... Genetic engineering could also produce stronger and nutritious crops. ... Even with advantages genetic engineering could give the world today, it's not worth it in the long run. ...
There is a new field in the world today, it is genetic engineering. ... The process of genetic engineering has to do with the organisms DNA. ... Drugs arenÃt the only uses of genetic engineering. ... Genetic engineering is a huge market ready to explode. ... The food industry already revolves around genetic engineering of bacteria. ...
The advantages of genetic engineering to mankind are countless. ... Furthermore, man is benefited by genetic engineering in the field of Agriculture. ... Similarly, animals can benefit from genetic engineering. ... On the other hand, there are many disadvantages of genetic engineering to animals. ... Likewise, there are many disadvantages of genetic engineering to man. ...
The debate on using genetic engineering is essentially split because some professionals are completely against using DNA alteration to repair diseases or disorders and then there are those who are advocates of genetic engineering. ... Genetic engineering, which is also known as genetic modification, is the alteration of genetic substance; it is a scientific alternation of the structure of genetic material in a living organism. ... One possible future problem with using Genetic Engineering to design a baby is social power (Seck 2). ... In the book, The Case against Perfection: Ethics in the A...
