only the genotype is important‚ and all else is regarded. Morally and ethically‚ society knows realistically that perfection does not exist‚ and it is the flaws within humans that set us apart from other species. The Human Genome project‚ a revolutionary study that spanned over 13 years‚ hoped to discover more about the DNA of humans. The study’s main goal was to provide new information to help with the diagnosis‚ treatment and prevention of genetic disorders. From the substantial amount of information
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AP Biology 6th Mr.Scofield Blast Lab Background: Between 1990–2003‚ scientists working on an international research project known as the Human Genome Project were able to identify and map the 20‚000–25‚000 genes that define a human being. The project also successfully mapped the genomes of other species‚ including the fruit fly‚ mouse‚ and Escherichia coli. The location and complete sequence of the genes in each of these species are available for anyone in the world
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Engineering on Humans Ethical? Blackford‚ Russel. “Genetically Engineered People Autonomy and Moral Virtue.” March 2010‚ Vol. 29 Issue 1‚ p82-84. The author comments on the article of Mark Walker which proposes that there is no moral difference between genetic interventions to ensure that children will develop moral virtues. The author expresses his support of Walker ’s thesis of combinations that could help develop appropriate dispositions of character in accessible and typical human environments
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Interested in European research? RTD info is our quarterly magazine keeping you in touch with main developments (results‚ programmes‚ events‚ etc.). It is available in English‚ French and German. A free sample copy or free subscription can be obtained from: European Commission Directorate-General for Research Information and Communication Unit B-1049 Brussels Fax (32-2) 29-58220 E-mail: research@cec.eu.int Internet: http://europa.eu.int/comm/research/rtdinfo/index_en.html EUROPEAN COMMISSION
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Essay #3: Gattaca The human genome project is a great scientific advance but is society ready for it? Gattaca is a futuristic film that portrays the social ramifications of the problems of the project. We have to be very cautious and restrictive on how we use these new advances or we will turn into Gattaca. The genes in the human body have been completely mapped out in Gattaca and they can produce the perfect babies. They have the technology available to remove diseases or enhance looks and abilities
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This case study involves the ethical concerns of Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) genetic testing at Veritas Diagnostics‚ Inc. (VDI) from the perspective of an Ethics Officer. There are a number of recommendations that I have for VDI that will serve to protect its standing as a reputable‚ quality‚ and ethical company with this roll-out of DTC genetic testing‚ all of which I will discuss independently starting with legal requirements surrounding this industry. There are some federal‚ international‚ and state
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bacterial cell. The team synthesized the 1.08 million base pair chromosome of a modified Mycoplasma mycoides genome. The synthetic cell is called Mycoplasma mycoides JCVI-syn1.0 and is the proof of principle that genomes can be designed in the computer‚ chemically made in the laboratory and transplanted into a recipient cell to produce a new self-replicating cell controlled only by the synthetic genome. This research will be published by Daniel Gibson et al in the May 20th edition of Science Express
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Executive Summary The eLEAP GenomeTM by Datuk Razali Mahfar "Extraordinary Leadership and Performance Genomics – The World’s Best Kept Secret Decoded" The eLEAPTM Genome is premised on the best kept secret of the number one company in the world‚ where its core competitive advantage has been grounded on a proprietary methodology for identifying leadership and performance potential of individuals prior to employment. Numerous Malaysians identified with high potentials at recruitment stage
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Nature vs. Nurture question. Nature vs. Nurture is considered by many to be the ultimate dichotomy. Nature as it refers to the study of Human Development; represents the concept that most of a person’s characteristics are developed by their biological make up (Genes). Nurture as it refers to Human Development; represents the notion that most characteristics of Human Development can be tailored and configured by actual exposure to various stimuli. Throughout history numerous studies have been conducted
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With this scientific breakthrough‚ the possibilities are endless with real world implications. On a darker note‚ this also means that genetic modification has the ability to adversely affect humans in ways we cannot imagine. This gives rise to an important question‚ how ethical is the genetic modification of humans? Before we can answer that‚ we must look into the true definition of bioethics. Ethics are often defined as the moral rules
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