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Should the government prohibit research in the field of human genetic engineering?

Should the government prohibit research in the field of human genetic engineering?. by Maggie Fleming. Research in the field of human genetic engineering should not be prohibited due to potential medical benefits; but it needs to be regulated because of possible negative

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Should the government prohibit research in the field of human genetic engineering?

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  1. Should the government prohibit research in the field of human genetic engineering? by Maggie Fleming

  2. Research in the field of human genetic engineering should not be prohibited due to potential medical benefits; but it needs to be regulated because of possible negative effects on society and ethical issues that have arisen.

  3. Opposing Viewpoints Genetic engineering in humans is going to happen; it’s unstoppable and will be beneficial. Government regulation pointlessly postpones the inevitable progress. As research in this field continues, brand new markets will open to boost our economy and horrific genetic diseases like Huntington’s will be cured. Genetic engineering in humans will lead us into a better future.

  4. Opposing Viewpoints Genetic engineering is both dangerous and ethically wrong. It could have devastating effects on our environment by limiting diversity. It will eventually lead to immoral practices such as human enhancement and eugenics (parents aborting children because they do not want certain characteristics in offspring). Furthermore, it is “playing God” which is unacceptable. Messing with nature is something we should not pursue.

  5. Opposing Viewpoints Genetic engineering in humans could be hugely beneficial, but risks and possible inappropriate uses of this technology (designer babies, genetic enhancement) make government regulation necessary.

  6. Why This Topic is Timely • The new Obama administration will develop new policies regarding the role of government in scientific research. • The world economy is suffering, so businesses are looking for new ideas and new markets offered by genetic engineering. • Technology has made tremendous advances such as genetic engineering and cloning of animals, so applying this knowledge to humans is an unavoidable political debate for our generation.

  7. Purpose • To “join the conversation” • To inform my audience of both the positive and negative aspects of genetic engineering in order to show the need for regulated research

  8. Important Questions • How will knowledge affect our healthcare system? • What are the possible negative effects of this technology on our environment? • What role does religion/spirituality play in the opposition to genetic engineering? • Are the risks worth the benefits?

  9. Audience • High School Students • Ages 14-18 • Male/Female • Middle Class • Religious bias- God is the creator and people should not “play God” • Personal stake- future health of their children, a world free of genetic disorders, will be a political issue in their lifetime • Likely to know little about the topic except a brief overview learned in biology…misinformation from TV/movies that makes it seem like science-fiction (creating monsters)

  10. Schedule • Feb 23: outline and write into • Feb 24: outline and write subtopic 1 • Feb 25: outline and write subtopic 2 • Feb 26: outline and write subtopic 3 • Feb 27: outline and write conclusion • Feb 28: edit • March 1: Essay Due

  11. Works Cited • http://easybib.com/cite/view/list/13149666

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