Genetic Modification: Dyslexia And Obesity
Topic: Human genetic modification is no longer the science fiction depicted in Gattaca. Beginning in 2016, several couples have given birth to babies that were genetically modified using DNA from a third person. More recently in 2018, a Chinese scientist genetically modified an embryo to reduce the risk of developing H.I.V. from the infected father. Besides the ethical concerns of this practice, some scientists are worried about the impact especially of germline editing, which results in a permanent change to the DNA which is passed onto future generations (a heritable condition).
For this essay, take a stance on whether or not we should participate in genetic modification of pre-implantation embryos. Besides, medical/health impact, the paper must also consider the social impact of genetically manipulating humans. Please do not bring religion into the paper.
Thesis: What's your position on genetic modification? Should we embrace our ability to determine the traits or conditions that our children will develop, or should we let nature do what it's been doing so well for hundreds of thousands of years? You can have a balanced perspective (meaning it's not all negative or all positive); however, there should still be a stronger disposition for one side of the argument.
The above is a way to begin considering your argument and reasons behind your opinion.
*****Paper requirements:
Length: 1500-1800 words; do not exceed 2000 words
Sources: 6-10 academically oriented sources (in addition to any course material)
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