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    Cell Anemia, a genetic disorder that affects the shape of red blood cells. Without treatment, Jim would have a high chance of dying. However, Jim was given a second chance to achieve normality like his mother always wanted with the help of genetic engineering. Genetic engineering, “the process of manually adding new DNA to an organism” (Lincoln 1),can be used to treat genetic disorders such as sickle cell Anemia, but there is a large percentage of people that say genetic engineering should not be

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    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

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    about traveling to outer space, but couldn't because of his genetic disorder. He decides to purchase Jerome Morrows DNA from him. He then joins the GATTACA space program pretending to be Jerome to try to achieve his dream. Genetic engineering is making changes to an animal or plant to produce exactly what is wanted. Genetic engineering is a helpful thing that can correct and help many people. The benefits of scientifically modifying genetics would include a better and more efficient way to help unborn

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    Should Genetic Engineering Be Controlled by Law? “Just as the success of a corporate body in making money need not set the human condition ahead, neither does every scientific advance automatically make our lives more meaningful” ( Professor George Wald, Noble Prize winning biologist, The Dangers of Genetic Engineeering 1976, p.45) . Genetic engineering is the direct manipulation of an organism’s genes. It uses the techniques of molecular cloning and transformation to alter the

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    What is genetic engineering? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.1 History of genetic modified food--------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.2 The process of genetic engineering in crop (plant) --------------------------------------------- 2.0 Genetic modified crops worldwide----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2.1 Leading countries implementing genetic engineering------------------------------------------

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    specific traits, the unique factor of the human being will be challenged. Scientists are developing tests having to do with eye color, behavior, nutritional background associated with disease, and athleticism. These tests are challenging the “one in a million” traits and behaviors of a natural birth, which leads to a damaging effect on natural differences. In the article Opposing Views, it was stated by scientist that there is an “increasing number of humans with similar traits, and a number of

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    “Genetic engineering is a result of science advancement, so I don’t think that it in itself is bad. If used wisely, genetics can be beneficial, but they can be abused, too.” –Hideo Kojima. How can genetic engineering be used without being abusive? Is it possible to improve the human race in every aspect of life without hurting anyone in the process? The topic of genetic engineering is very in depth, with different opinions and beliefs stemming from all over the world. It could be very helpful, but

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    Additionally, Arceiri argues against the use of genetic engineering, she states that it is “a process unstable and insecure with side effects and consequences difficult to predict” (554). Arceiri is mostly concerned with the long-term consequences that that the genetically engineered crops can have on those that consume them and in the environment. I understand her concern very well. Once the genetically engineered crops have been spread outside a controlled environment, if later they are found

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    What if these genes could break the confines of their species and be moved from one organism to another completely different organism? Well they can. The implications of this technology are astronomical. The Human race could gain so much from just a little more research. Genetic engineering should be practiced, funded, and perfected because the potential benefits are well worth the risks associated with it. The technology for altering the genes of an organism has been around for decades. Now there

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    characteristics of genetic engineering have substantial behavior towards the good and the bad” (Powell 13). Although we do not recognize the true meaning of this quote at first glance, these words actually posses the key to mankind. Even though genetic engineering supports an exciting opportunity for the humanity, many red flags have been raised related to problems with safety, the availability, and most of all the epidemic itself. It has been portrayed throughout the years that genetic engineering not only

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