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    For the past few decades‚ the study of genetics has given scientists an ability that we as a species never had before-- the ability to directly modify our genetic makeup. 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

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    Using Sources Why should marijuana be legalized? There are many reasons but a few are because of its medicinal value‚ that it would stimulate the economy‚ and it would lower crime. I plan to use the following information for the body of my final paper. One of the most supported reasons for legalizing marijuana is its medicinal value. Herbs were used before all the advanced medicines we have today and use of marijuana for medical reasons date back almost 5‚000 years (Norml). As for U.S. history

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    Genetic conditions are one or more problems‚ difficulties‚ or abnormalities in the genome. Most are present from birth and are very rare. This means they only affect one person in approximately every several thousand or million. These conditions are mainly formed due to mutations in a person’s gene. Genetic conditions have helped scientists a lot due to the different types of genetic conditions there are out in today’s world. Ectodermal Dysplasia a genetic condition that is not a single disorder

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    Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder where tumors form on the brain and any other nerve tissue such as the spinal cord‚ nerves or any area on or under the skin. These can form cancer and symptoms other than tumors can include learning disability‚ hearing loss‚ heart problems‚ vision loss‚ high blood pressure‚ muscle loss‚ brown spots and chronic pain. This disease can be passed on from generation to generation and is caused by a variation or mutation in the genes. Neurofibromatosis is a non curable

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    In Vitro Fertilization and Genetics: Their effects on Maternal Emotions Alyssa Bartel Rowan College at Gloucester County Author Note Alyssa Bartel‚ Nursing Student‚ Allied Health Department‚ Rowan College at Gloucester County. Contact: abartel@students.rcgc.edu   Abstract This paper explores the links between In Vitro Fertilization and Genetics‚ focusing on their effects on maternal emotions. Throughout this paper‚ seven different sources are explored and compared with their views on the

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    Genetic Testing Controversies 1-12-11 Biology Genetic Testing‚ also known as DNA-based tests‚ is a new method of testing for genetic diseases or disorders. In the test the DNA molecule is examined and other tests include microscopic examination of chromosomes‚ for stained or fluorescent chromosomes. Genetic tests are used for carrier screening‚ newborn screening‚ identity testing‚ prenatal diagnostic testing‚ and prediction of disorders later in life such as Huntington’s or Alzheimer’s disease

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    Genetic engineering is the use of tools of modern biotechnology and molecular biology to specifically introduce or alter characteristics or traits in organisms. Genetic engineering can be applied to any organism. An example of genetic engineering is inserting a gene to a plant that makes it more resistant to pesticides. Many people have debated whether or not the use of genetic enginering poses a risk or not to society. I am against the use of genetic engineering because it negatively impacts humans

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    Genetic Testing Essay Genetic testing is the analysis and examination of DNA‚ which is a line of code carrying instructions of your body’s function. Genetic testing reveals changes in the genes‚ usually things that will cause diseases and illnesses. Just because genetic testing provides a window of opportunity to prepare yourself from diseases‚ it cant really prevent an illness in some cases because it often really does nothing but give you a “maybe‚ maybe not”. (genome.gov) Tay-Sachs disease

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    Genetic Engineering and Morality As advancements in technology and science continue to rapidly grow‚ we as a society face issues with the morality of some of these advancements. One of the biggest issues at hand today is that of genetic engineering. The question we must answer is whether or not it should be morally permissible for parents to create their children using genetic engineering so that they may provide them with particularly desirable traits? Although this may seem like a fabulous idea

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    Year 12 English Studies: Expository Writing Argue the case for or against cloning and genetic engineering. Advances in technology today have opened the window of opportunities towards curing the ill and abolishing future genetic disadvantages of the next generations. The possibilities of aiding all of civilization has just been given petrol for the car but some sceptics still want to let the air out of the tyres. The general well being of the children of tomorrow is the key focus of this debate

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