The Pros And Cons Of Gene Technology

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.

Gene technology carries with it social and ethical implications—many of which engender personal views and discussion.

Whether gene therapy should be allowed to be used in practice is currently a very controversial topic. In my opinion, I do not think that it should be allowed. Gene therapy is a technique where genetic material is inserted into a patient to replace missing or defective genes. Gene therapy can be further broken down into two categories: somatic and germline. From there, somatic gene therapy can be approached in two ways: in-vivo and ex-vivo. For the process of gene therapy to begin, the proper vector needs to be acquired. Once a vector is chosen, the vector delivers the new gene into the target cell. Then, the target cell becomes infected with the vector. Next, the vector’s genetic material is inserted into the target cell. Then finally, functional

For instance, according to the Therapeutic Goods Act 1998 (Cwlth), all human clinical trials, including Gene therapy, “must operate under one of the following schemes; the Clinical Trail Notification (CTN) or the Clinical Trial Exemption (CTX). All human clinical trials must also be overseen and regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)” [Dan Bui, 2017] in order to ensure the safety and security of consumers.

Nowadays with the advancement of genetic technology, there seems to be a term designer baby. An article written with combined different sources tells the advantages and disadvantages of designing babies using genetic engineering used on embryos. It asks us the ethical question as to whether the parent have the right reason to modify or just for the show of it. There seems to be greater risk to the embryo if it is not handled carefully; furthermore, the technology is only in the experimental stages. Another major concerns is that the technology creating a gap in our human society. Another major concern is the effect the change in genetic of child would have in terms of himself because we will not know the impact until the child is grown, and what could happen to his family tree. Even though the technology is advanced, there are still problems with targeting specific genes in the human; with that comes major risk to the child, and the human society. Another thing concerning society is that, not everyone would be able to afford the procedure, so in term it we will have two different social class. Although there seems to be many

Many of the ethical dilemmas that exist today will most likely be exacerbated when the technology for genetic sequencing becomes mainstream. Controversial topics like abortion and LGBT rights, which haven’t even been fully resolved in modern society, will re-emerge in a new light, as it becomes easier to test for diseases and other characteristics of an unborn child.

Gene Therapy is a complicated and very scientific practice that takes place on a genetic level, hence the name. As mentioned in “What is Gene Therapy,” it was originally created in 1972 and at first had very limited success. There are two main ways to go about it, both distinct opposites, as explained in “List of Pros and Cons of Gene Therapy.” The most common, and currently only legal form of gene therapy is somatic cell therapy. This kind of treatment targets the body’s somatic cells which are any cells besides reproductive cells. Because of this, the treatment is only corrective for the specific patient and cannot be inherited by offspring. The other main kind of gene therapy is germline therapy which is currently banned in the United

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

There are two types of gene therapy: somatic gene therapy (SGT) and germline gene therapy (GGT). SGT involves treating a single individual by transferring therapeutic genes into somatic cells, most commonly bone marrow. GGT inserts genes into reproductive cells or embryos to fix genetic defects in the germ line. In other words, the genetic makeup of future generations is changed to prevent the recurrence of certain genetic disorders. Although gene therapy as a whole is controversial, germline gene therapy especially raises ethical concerns because it is capable of manipulating the human genome of a germ line. First, the risk is without the consent of future generations, and second, it may dangerously lead to genetic enhancement. Genetic enhancement has its own set of ethical issues, ranging from eugenics and social discrimination to messing with nature. Therefore, the potential consequences of gene therapy have raised a hotly contested bioethical question of whether gene therapy should be allowed in the future.

9.23 Some legislation has adopted a slightly different approach in indicating those areas of public life covered. The RDA refers to specific areas,[14] but also contains a more general provision, based on the language of the International Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Racial Discrimination 1966. Section 9(1) of the RDA states in part that:

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.

Employing genetic engineering, researchers can take certain genes from a source organism and put them into another plant or animal. It can involve tweaking a species' own genes or add genes from another species. Although all humans are similar to each other, we are also different in many ways. The nucleus of a cell contains a chemical called DNA – deoxyribose nucleic acid which controls which proteins the cell makes. Nobody in the world has the same DNA as you. Advantages of genetic engineering: Completely different species can be combined, organism shows only the desired characteristic, large quantities can be produced, easier to purify product, and faster than selective breeding. Disadvantages of genetic engineering: Bacteria can’t produce complex proteins, difficult to insert genes without damaging host cell, might produce harmful by-products, possible release of GM organisms into environment, and expensive.

Genetic information is claimed to be sui generis. Within those double helix strands of deoxyribonucleic acid, DNA, are mutations, some which affect the development of the organism. Recent research have led scientists to develop a new type of treatment for mutations. Gene therapy is the name applied to the treatment of inherited diseases by corrective genetic engineering of the dysfunctional gene. [1] This revolutionary advancement in medical technology, however, has provoked a portion of society into ruling this treatment as inhuman and unethical. [2] Despite the large criticism, this procedure alone is dangerous to attempt since the human immune system could reject the new DNA, which causes the patient to fall ill. [3] Gene therapy, a twenty-six

In conclusion, observes both sides of the biotechnology debate, compete that, with regards to genetic engineered the genie is out of the bottle. The scientist is already employing genetic engineering in a wide variety to get data to see If it improves or decreases. Observes tend to ask whether biotechnology will ease human suffering or by helping people in a big