The Future of Genetic Engineering

Talking about genetics In this modern era, it is almost impossible to think of future moral meanings and ethical decisions. At this time, there are not so many laws applied to this scientific field. The two articles I recently read made me more aware of what happens to me. In the article, author Deborah Gridley discusses a hot topic of genetic discrimination.

Genetic engineering "Future Business" Genetic engineering is a comprehensive term covering various ways to change genetic material (DNA code) in living organisms. This code contains all the information stored in long chain chemical molecules that determine the nature of the organism. In addition to identical twins, gene makeup is unique to everyone. A single gene is a specific part of the chain spaced along it, which determines the characteristics and function of our body. Individual gene defects can lead to body metabolic failure and are fundamental causes of many "genetic" diseases. In a sense, humans have used genetic engineering for thousands of years. Although we did not directly change DNA molecules, we are leading the selection of genes. For example, domestication of animals and plants. This is a new process based on molecular biology, a relatively new science with a history of 40 years.

Currently, the main uses of genetic engineering are medicine, industry, and agriculture. However, there are many other uses of genetic engineering in the future. In agriculture, more food is being considered for genetic modification or addition. However, the specific situation of each food case has not yet been determined. Because a single gene of that creature is not transmitted to all the characteristics of that creature. Fish genes can be combined with the product and the product will not affect the physical or other characteristics of the fish except for possible growth. However, as many people believe that the long-term impact of GM foods will have a negative impact, there is a slight concern. In that case, genetic engineering of agriculture and food may be reduced unless all credit is lost. Genetic engineering in industry also has many uses in the future. However, like other new fields, there are good and bad aspects.