Genetic Modification
Now, what exactly is Genetic Modification?
Well, first of all, genetic modification is also well known as Genetic Engineering, it is basically the modification or manipulation of an organism’s genome. Genetic engineering is done by using biotechnology which are technologies that are used to transfer, change or edit the genetic make-up of the cells of an organism. Most of the time, genetic modification is done to enhance the capabilities or attributes of the organism in order for it to achieve a higher level of performance or state. It is also done to insert, delete or even initiate mutation in the genes. Overall, it is essentially done to edit the genome of an organism for a variety of reasons.
Development of Genetic
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As stated earlier, we could acquire a lot of benefits In the future if we support or allow the development of genetic modification to be continually developed.
First, the prevention of diseases and inherent illnesses could possible with the use of genetic engineering and the process of editing specific genomes. Especially now, that there are actually a lot of deadly diseases that are continuing to spread all over the world such as those diseases which are transmitted by mosquitoes like the infamous Zika Virus, Malaria and Dengue. With the use of genetic engineering, scientists could possibly formulate a cure for a variety of diseases, inherent illnesses and genetic mutations by selective genetic editing.
With the state of the global warming of our world, it is possible that soon enough, humans could face extreme conditions and of course, in order for the people to survive those conditions they would need to adapt to it and as we know it, evolution takes a lot of years. So, with the help of genetic modification and genetic enhancements we could possibly make quick adaptations to the extreme climates by enhancing the capabilities and certain attributes of the human body and even extended the human lifespan even more. Of course, humans and animals need food to survive and genetic modification could also improve the capabilities of the things that we consume to withstand extreme
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It was conducted in 1932, the study’s objective was to keep track of the progress of untreated syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease that causes serious complications when left untreated. During that time, the considered treatment for syphilis was very questionable since it included unsafe compounds that has very low effectiveness in treating syphilis. It was a collaboration between the U.S. Public Health Service of Alabama and the Tuskegee Institute and they intended the study to determine the ways or modes of transmitting the STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease), keep track of the progress of the disease when left untreated and finding out the effectiveness of different treatments for the STD. They selected black men as study participants, majority of them having syphilis and the minority were healthy men who acted as controls. Those who were tested positive of the disease were assured of medical assistance and other services such as burial insurance in case of death. After they found out that penicillin was a highly effective and safe medicine to cure syphilis infection, the researchers still continued their study and caused complications and deaths to their unaware participants until the early 1970s. Due to the outcry of the public and the filing of lawsuits against the U.S. Government, the study was abruptly
The Tuskegee study of Untreated Syphilis began in 1932, mainly designed to determine the history of untreated latent syphilis on 600 African American men in Tuskegee, Alabama. 201 out of 600 men were non-syphilitic just unknowingly involved in the study as a control group This study is known to be “the most infamous biomedical research study in the U.S history”. Most of these men had never visited a doctor and they had no idea what illness they had. All of the men agreed to be a participant thinking they were being treated for “bad blood” and plus they were given free medical care and meals.
Throughout the ages of mankind, asking questions about their future and the world is normal. Whether it 's what causes a person to have certain traits, or why a banana has Potassium in it. When scientists discovered hereditary and genes, it led to the discovery of altering DNA, and how could change our society. Genetic Engineering is modifying the genetic material in foods and organisms. Genetic Engineering is beneficial and should be encouraged in all countries.
In the science fiction movie Gattaca, Vincent Freeman was conceived the normal way. He spent all of his life dreaming of being able to go out into space. In order to make his dream come true, Vincent has to trick the system and ‘transform’ into a valid, or someone who was conceived through invitro fertilization. The society discriminated against those who were conceived the normal way. If I were given the opportunity to genetically engineer my child I would because I could ensure that my child would not obtain and illness and my child would fit into the society.
Heredity & Evolution, Summer ‘15 Exam 4: Final Exam 1. What is a GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) and how is it different from a GEO (Genetically Engineered Organism). How is a Genetically Engineered Organism created? A Genetically Modified Organism is an organism that is altered to produce new traits in an organism. Say you want all of the peaches you grow; you want them to look bright red similar to a Red Delicious apple.
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study is a now-infamous medical study carried out from 1932 through 1972, with the intentions of studying the effects and results of untreated syphilis infection. Although initially valid, the study soon became twisted, and for many years remained a veiled, dark secret of the Public Health Service and the Tuskegee Institute. After forty years of malpractice, its details eventually became public knowledge, leading to the program 's shutting down shortly after these details were published. Later, patients and patient relatives successfully sued for monetary damages, as well as lasting benefits. It remains a critical exemplification of medical misconduct and blatant misuse of medical science.
The Tuskegee Syphilis Case Study is an important historical event that has influenced current ethical guidelines and regulations with the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This Case Study was a prime example of how the United States violated the rights and welfare of human test subjects. This study was designed in the year 1932, by the United States Public Health Service in Tuskegee, Alabama. Which studied black males with a natural history of untreated syphilis in the early 1930s this case study was supposed to last a few months but ended up becoming a long-term study until the year 1972. This study enrolled 600 African-American men; 400 with the disease and 200 as a control group.
In a time of racism, physicians questioned the natural course and treatment of syphilis. Especially “around 1929, six counties in America had high rates of syphilis—above 20 percent—… In 1930, this foundation surveyed African-American men in Macon Country, Alabama, where Tuskegee is the chief town” (Pence, 192). Tuskegee had one of the highest rates of syphilis in the U.S. and happened to inhibit a majority of black citizens. This unfortunate combination of racism, curiosity in syphilis and the start of the Great Depression led to U.S. Public Health Service to victimize the African American Males who would later be involved what would be known as the Tuskegee Study.
Should take on the role of playing God? This question comes to mind when the scientific procedures know as Genetic Engineering is being debated. The answer to that question is yes, we should play God. The reasons being to why we need to Play God is because there are many benefits to Genetic Engineering.
Fukuyama brings up topics that can be split into two categories: risks and benefits of genetic engineering along with the affordability of genetic engineering. Considering scientists aren’t entirely sure how genes work, they bring about several ills they wouldn’t be aware of, whether they be immediate ills or ills that show up much later (Fukuyama, 678). Genetic Engineering could have horrific effects on a population which could lead to the abandoning of genetic modification, just like in the way that hydroelectricity is no longer used as much because of the potential of dam breaks or environmental effects (Fukuyama, 680). There is also a possibility that only the rich will have access to this technology, so the state would possibly have to intervene to fix this inequality (Fukuyama, 680). Fukuyama concludes his writing by posing the fact that no matter what happens with genetic engineering, genetic engineering will change the course of human history on several levels, and on levels greater than that of any human biotechnology (Fukuyama, 681).
Finally, genetic modifying can allow people to live longer. You may think that this is good that people would live longer, but there some negative aspects to this. Life would be very boring of course, but more importantly, overpopulation would happen and humans would be in competition with one another since everything would now be limited. While some aspects of genetic engineering should appealing, they all most likely have a dark secret hiding within
This study was referred to as the “Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis
Both genetic engineering and artificial selection allow humans to change a species so that its members are better suited for human needs. However, the mechanism for change is different. Artificial selection selects for traits already present in a species, whereas genetic engineering creates new traits. In artificial selection, scientists breed only individuals that have desirable traits. For example, scientists may breed (cross pollinate, in this case) only the highest yielding crops with one another for many generations.
Introduction: Genetically modified organisms can be defined as organisms in which the DNA has been changed in a way that does not occur naturally by any reproduction procedure. The enviropig is just one of many organisms that they did experiments on to modify it to have specific (needed) outcomes. The reason for genetic modification is to be able to change a product or organism so that it deliver desirable traits. The enviropig was created to solve the problem of pigs not being able to absorb enough phosphorous from their diet, which then in its turn contributes to the larger factor of pollution.
The filmmaker, Andrew Niccol, endeavors to convey the idea that human mind has more power than genetically superior physique. He condemns the idea of genetic profiles being the only criteria of human ability, and further suggests that people must be judged based on their passion, willpower, and spirit. In the film Gattaca, two contrasting groups of people are present. One is the naturally born, including the main protagonist Vincent, and the other is the genetically engineered, such as Anton and Gerome. He expresses his idea through the juxtaposition of these two groups.
Genetic engineering could theoretically eliminate the passing of “disease” genes. In addition, new products can be created. With genetic engineering, new products can be created by adding or combining different profiles together. This makes it possible for more people to get what they need nutritionally, even if their food access