Genetic Engineering: a Blessing or a Curse?

You are probably familiar with GMO’s (genetically modified organism) and scientifically modified food that has had its DNA changes. There has been debate on GMO’s has been going on for a few decades, whether GMO are safe and even ethical. However, there is another debate that far surpasses GMOs and has a potential to radically shake society: the issue of genetically modifying humans. Changing our DNA could limit health issue or create a new Frankenstein’s monster among humans. Frankenstein had the wrong intent when he set out to create his monster. He only cared about himself and advancing his future. If Genetic engineering is sought after to just create something new there will be another monster. However, genetic can be safe and ethical if its intent and use is for medical purposes. We need to help the sick in society and one way to do that is with genetic engineering. With this purpose genetic engineering is not overstepping our authority like Frankenstein did.

Throughout the world, many intelligent minds exist. One, in particular, had something to say about Human genetic engineering. “Nuclear weapons need large facilities, but genetic engineering can be done in a small lab. You cannot regulate every lab in the world. The danger is that either by accident or design, we create a virus that destroys us” (Stephen Hawking). Hawking is considered to be one of the most intelligent people in the modern world. For this reason, his statement is not to be taken with a grain of salt. The concept of Human genetic engineering is surrounded with danger and controversy. There are several different positions on human genetic modification. Conservatives, or Traditionalists believe such innovation or change would be detrimental towards the human race. Conservatives say that families are the foundation of society so changing how families come to be would ultimately tear society apart (Foht). Others say that innovation of such magnitude would act as a boon to the human race. Concerning the danger of genetic engineering, it could definitely become an immense detriment. However, with the correct limitation and government oversight, the human race will benefit from it. Genetically engineering a Human embryo is a step that science will eventually take. Whether it be decades or centuries from now, genetically modified humans will walk the Earth.

When most people perceive the slightest sound of the word Genetic Engineering they robotically think about cloning. A massive ninety seven percent of people in the Unites States of America have heard of cloning at least once in their lives has a from of Genetic Engineering. Most undoubtable because of infamous

Genetic engineering is currently the fastest growing and perhaps most controversial field of science. Genetic engineering is decoding and manipulating DNA to use for scientific and medical purposes. "The discovery that human cells can be grown in a petri dish has opened up breathtaking possibilities for curing disease - and a morass of ethical complications" (Allen 9).

In the feature broadcast “Genetically Engineering Almost Anything,” the editors, Eleanor Nelson and Tim De Chant, reveal their opinion on genetically engineering genetics in mosquitoes containing Malaria. According to the broadcast, Malaria kills an average of two-hundred thousand humans and sickens over two million people per year. Editors indicate that Africa is the most affected by the disease. The broadcast claims that mosquitos have been studied since the late 1970’s, however, it wasn’t until the 1990’s that there were technological advances in the research of genetic engineered insects. While Mosquitoes are becoming resistant, Evolutionary Biologist are attempting to modify genetics in mosquitoes that contain Malaria,

Genetic engineering has constantly been a major point of focus in the world of science over several years. From 1989 to present day, many people have questioned not only the process, but the motives behind genetic engineering. Over the years, the term “designer baby” has made the transition from movie screens to dictionaries, where it is defined as “a baby whose genetic makeup has been artificially selected by genetic engineering combined with in vitro fertilization to ensure the presence or absence of particular genes or characteristics.” “Designer baby” is the very term feared by many people for so many years; it’s controversial, it’s unethical, it’s destructive, it’s immoral. Many ideas related to this subject are constantly being challenged.

Genetic engineering or modification is a question that is now at the forefront of ethical discussions in the the medical community. It has the potential to cure disease before they even happen increase human potential in multiple aspects like knowledge, memory, athletics, and any physical features. It also is important because not until the start of the twenty-first century did we have the sequence to the entire human genome, and not until after that have we had an efficient way to modify DNA. To some people who have no experience with genetics; their ideas about the possibilities of DNA modification might be based more on science fiction and movies rather then the scientific capabilities we have today. As a biologist I think that before we

Genetic engineering of human beings is a contemporary issue of particular ethical and religious interest - ethical because it invites us to choose between alternatives that may be right (ethical) or wrong (unethical), and of religious significance given that the topic raises serious theological questions about the sanctity of human life.

Although Gibbs does not take the initiative to bluntly state that he is against human genetic engineering, he does give a wide array of examples, revealing his stand and making it seem less vague. Most, if not all, of his supporting details and main ideas revolve around ethical issues that go hand in hand with genetic human engineering. One issue, which is unbelievably prevalent arouses in this argument, and of course, it is an economic one, money. Most people earn enough money to support themselves, as well as their dependents, while having a bit left over for savings and entertainment. Even so, the average family may not be able to afford such luxuries, giving the wealthy families’ children an unfair advantage when it comes to education as

Genetic engineering in the 21st century has evolved so much, that some say the world is on the edge of a scientific innovation that brings up one of the greatest controversial concepts of all time; the genetic engineering of human beings. I believe that genetic engineering of humans, or also known as eugenics, is morally wrong, hazardous, and will lead to many problems today.

In today’s society, a method that can possibly be used to rid the world of a number of diseases would be praised without a doubt, right? Well, because something like this seems too good to be true, many are hesitant about it. Human genetic engineering is a topic that has only in recent years been intensely discussed. Because of its unfamiliarity with many audiences, people are forced to ask a million different questions concerning this new technology. Whether it be the ethical suspicion associated with genetic engineering or the religious context in which genetic engineering should be allowed, there are a number of critics who would much rather keep things the same. Multiple perspectives from scientists to theologists must be recognized to

How will the world be if there are no genetic diseases? In this article, Ronald Green explain how the genetic engineering can help the humanity to have better traits. It also talks of how parents can select the genes of their sons, preventing any type of genetic diseases and also making better their abilities. He said that with the genetic engineering we can end with the genes of dyslexia and obesity. It explains how by selecting our genes in our genome we can create better babies, and that means better persons for our society, but a big percent of the society is against this science because they are afraid of the impact that it can have in religion, and in the humanity.

Many problems can be detected from the mothers womb before the child is born. Instead of aborting a baby with issues, genetic engineering can help ensure that children live long and healthy lives even if inheriting a particular disease, syndrome, etc. Since genetic engineering not only benefits people, with it new foods can be created that are able to resist rough temperatures. Lastly, diseases and illnesses in young and old people can be cured with the help of it too. Progressively, diseases like Fibrosis and Huntington's could be fully eliminated with the help of genetic

PROS: Pros of genetic engineering are the facts that scientists and doctors in our generation could first and foremost discover new diseases and parasites and types of unheard cancers and illnesses before they spread further than they need too. The doctors can therefore invent a cure for this illness before it spreads really far and before anyone else gets sick. With the genetic engineering they can then stop the spreading and cure the diseases before it gets out of hand. This is a definite pro to genetic engineering and the safety of our society.

Humans are evidently unique and not perfect. Imagine if you had the ability to create an ideal human. That being said, a portion of the population feels that they should have the authority and privilege to genetically engineer their offspring. If you had the privilege, would you want to create your dream child? Genetic engineering is the alteration of the genetic makeup of an organism. This can be done through either removing or adding DNA. In other words, altering the genetic makeup of an individual in order to create the “perfect” human. Through the direct manipulation of a human’s genome in biotechnology, people can produce improved organisms. However, this idea brings up a debate that considers this process ethically, socially, and scientifically.