RECOMBINANT DNA TECHNOLOGY
Genetic engineering is the process of modifying organism’s genetic makeup by artificial means by transferring specific traits or genes from one organism to another organism of different species. It involves the addition of new DNA by methods such as gene gun and microinjection, to improve the standard and quality of an organism. Ever since genetic engineering came to the attention of the world as an efficient technique to overcome several health and food related problems, great controversies have surrounded the subject. Some scientists are concerned that genetic engineering is akin to playing God that is humans are tampering with the natural process of evolution. This essay argues that genetic engineering does not allow tampering with evolution rather it is a novel and unique way of enhancing current biological systems by giving them additional abilities. It is an improved form of evolution and provides greater survivability in addition to improved quality of life. First of all, genetic engineering is just another approach to produce desirable or useful characteristics in existing organisms …show more content…
Opponents also claim that procedures such as gene therapy can be extremely dangerous. For example, if the gene is inserted at the wrong position then it can result in expression in unusual ways. The newly created specie can also escape from laboratory and cause havoc in the society. Others have ethical issues regarding issues such as making genetic decisions regarding future generations without their consent. Other scientists share the concern about introducing genetic engineering in crops and other food materials which would result in development of increased herbicide and insecticide resistance and create a form of super weed. Unusual form of gene expression can lead to allergic reactions among
Genetic engineering is the process of modifying organism’s genetic makeup by artificial means by transferring specific traits or genes from one organism to another organism of different species. It involves the addition of new DNA by methods such as gene gun and microinjection, to improve the standard and quality of an organism. Ever since genetic engineering came to the attention of the world as an efficient technique to overcome several health and food related problems, great controversies have surrounded the subject. Some scientists are concerned that genetic engineering is akin to playing God that is humans are tampering with the natural process of evolution. This essay argues that genetic engineering does not allow tampering with evolution rather it is a novel and unique way of enhancing current biological systems by giving them additional abilities. It is an improved form of evolution and provides greater survivability in addition to improved quality of life. First of all, genetic engineering is just another approach to produce desirable or useful characteristics in existing organisms …show more content…
Opponents also claim that procedures such as gene therapy can be extremely dangerous. For example, if the gene is inserted at the wrong position then it can result in expression in unusual ways. The newly created specie can also escape from laboratory and cause havoc in the society. Others have ethical issues regarding issues such as making genetic decisions regarding future generations without their consent. Other scientists share the concern about introducing genetic engineering in crops and other food materials which would result in development of increased herbicide and insecticide resistance and create a form of super weed. Unusual form of gene expression can lead to allergic reactions among