Personal Narrative: The Changing Of Genetics

This year was my last year at The Little Middle School. Even though I’ve had a lot of speed bumps, I’ve accomplished a lot of stuff. From learning new instruments to working on my ability to focus, I’ve grown a lot.

I am a daughter, I am both an older and younger sister, I am a student and I am Brazilian. I`m not only what I do but also where I came from. Moving in to United States only reassured me what I learned from my country is still running in my veins. Once you are immersed in another `world` you not only have a main perception of the difference between cultures but it also makes you see with other eyes what is presented to you; that, is a completely break of pattern, an experience of dissemination and absorption of knowledge - a continuously critical thinking.

Throughout our lifetime we are in constant change, many of those changes are ones that you don’t notice. However permanent we set a change to ourselves, one thing we hardly notice change is our DNA. Just growing recently in popularity is genetic engineering , along with its immense potential which can do very much for us, in the future and today. However, with all the potential that genetic engineering carries many people have begun to resent what genetic engineering could become instead of focusing on the great capabilities, and what lies ahead of its bright future. Regardless of what others believe, Genetic engineering will renovate the way we do things today, genetic engineering is a tremendous step to accept, and without a doubt a step

After the initial shock and awe of finding out I was pregnant after 10 years of struggling and wondering if I would ever have the baby I had been dreaming of for so long, I began to plan every detail of my birth. I found a midwife and birth center when I was 8 weeks pregnant. I hired a doula at 12 weeks. My birth plan was written and finalized at 24 weeks. Every detail was planned-I had even planned the song that would be playing when my son would make his appearance. I'm a recovering control freak.

As I watched my mom cultivate relationships that were real and substancial to her well being I quickly realized that these were also the kind of relationships that I wanted. I think that the reason these relationships where people are real can be so growing for both sides, being real with people can be hard sometimes, but in the end both people can come out better. As I look at the life that Jesus lead I am convinced that Jesus was the kind of "keep it real" guy. A prime example is looking at him the night before he was crucifed, he sat in the garden and asked that if at all possible that God would take away what he knew was coming. That is real, and that shows us how he was human. There are so many other examples how Jesus' life was

The article from www.Sciencedaily.com. “ Natural selection has altered the appearance of Europeans over the past 5,000 years” discusses how scientists have finally discovered how natural selection played a role on the human genome in the past 5,000 years and how it caused transformations in the appearances of people, in their skin, eye and hair pigmentation. This research had been on going for a long time and unfortunately; the methods the geneticists originally used did not produce good results.

The dream of perfect offspring, and the nightmare of genetic tyranny. Cohen thinks that there are two errors committed with new genetics, “worrying too much too early and worrying too little too late,” (40-41). Cohen suggests that the way to approach this new technology is critical. He mentions three different approaches that could be taken: a scientific approach, “the transfer of genetic knowledge into medical technologies,” (7-8); a social approach,” seeking to understand the economic incentives that drive the genetic research agenda, or surveying public attitudes toward genetic testing,” (9-12); a public safety approach, “reviewing different genetic tests and therapies for safety and efficacy,” (15-16). Mitchell believes that all these approaches are valuable. The idea of genetics being used for human re-engineering is bit farfetched. Eric Cohen declares that there are five dimensions of new genetics: (1) a route to self understanding; (2) route of new medical therapies; (3) potentiel human re-engineering tool (an eccentric idea); (4) biological destiny of the human future; (5) screening traits of the next

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I have had many forces and experiences that have shaped me. They have not only shape who I have become, but who I am going to become. Throughout my life I have made a bunch of dumb decisions, mistakes, or things that just happen to me. Everything, in one way or another will take part in what happens in our lives. Whether I’m playing baseball, riding dirt bikes, or just messing around at home, it will all play into who we will become.

Even as a young girl, I have always been fascinated with how the world works and the gears that make everything flow in perfect harmony. Because of this, I have taken 7 credits worth of science courses during my high school years and have also participated in many extracurricular activities in the name of science. Other than science, history (specifically ancient and medieval) and music have been interesting academic subjects to my brain and heart. I enjoy lectures and learning about how the world has developed, both scientifically and socially. Due to specific events I have experienced throughout my life, my career goal is to become a geneticist to better understand genetic disorders and how I could possibly treat them. The anatomy and internal

There was a point when it was hard for me to understand why this disorder had to happen to me. I come from a close-knit family and this not only affected me but my parents and extended family. I became apprehensive and afraid. The struggle with wanting my independence and the fear of being alone if I had a seizure kept me in a state of constant turmoil. Not knowing of why or what caused these seizures or if I had done something to cause them weighed on my mind. Things that came easy to me and that I enjoyed doing became a struggle for me. Due to the medicine my behavior and mood swings were altered. I was a good student, volunteered any chance I got, was active in every club and organization at school, showed animals, and played almost

I will want to know about my personal genetics if I have some potential diseases for an early prevention to reduce any risk of developing of them. In my father side, my grandmother, two uncles and two cousins had died of stomach cancer. Since I was a child I suffered digestive disorder, for that, I have the fear to develop this kind of cancer. Knowing more about my personal genetic analysis allow me to take preventive measures to improve my well-being such as, what kind of medicaments or diet I can make.

Two weeks ago I was shot by the villain named, Injector. he injects any serum through a bullet that gives you any sickness or powers. So he shot me with a power bullet, which was for his brother, that gave me super speed. Super speed has come in very handy, like getting to work on time and getting ready in the morning. But when I was shot i got sent to the hospital for care. a scientist, named Barry Allen, he took me to his lab which is named, S.T.A.R. laboratories. He had two other scientists, named Cisco and Katelyn, Both love science.

Within the last 100 years or so scientists have many valuable discoveries that have benefited mankind. These discoveries include the discovery of genes. Scientists have discovered what makes humans so unique from one another. However, with this newly gained knowledge of the function of genes comes the ability to alter or change them. Just imagine in the not so near future, you and your partner want to start a family together. You travel to your local gene councillor to pick the physical and characteristic traits of your child. That’s right. With the knowledge that has been gained about genes, scientists can “create” the perfect child genetically. The thought is scary. Nature has always taken us down the right path but are we really ready

The discovery of DNA has impacted so many of our lives today. When I read your post, I must admit I had an “AH” moment. You learn something new every day, or at least try too. Furthermore, I did not know someone’s lung could collapse without some sort of impact. Thanks to your knowledge, you were able to save your son by getting him to the hospital. In the moment of pressure, you reacted just as a parent should, my hat goes off to you for that. I have eczema, so my first son was born with it; I had to teach him how to take care of it in times of inflammation. Nevertheless, I look for signs in my other kids as well. I enjoyed learning from reading your post it was very informational for me. Thanks to the scientist who took the time to be curious,