Essays On Genetics

Question one: the human genome project. The human genome project is an international scientific research project to sequence and map all of the genes of human beings. completed over thirteen years by the U. S. department of energy and the national institutes of health, however many different countries such as Japan, the U. K. , […]

In 1998 the first genetically modified (GM) food was approved for public consumption. Since then GM foods have become part of the world’s food supply and are produced in several countries. While horror stories in the 90s promised dire consequences for introducing GM foods to the populace most of those problems have failed to arise […]

A genetically modified organism (GYM) is a plant, animal, or microorganism whose genetic code is added, altered, or subtracted to give characteristics the organism does not have normally. Based on the links provided in class and my research, I determined that GYM production can be beneficial to the world’s future. Based on the Youth video […]

Naked Mole Rats possess anatomical, physiological, and behavioral features that are distinct from most mammals. They have incisor teeth for chewing on tough, fibrous plant materials and digging, lack of fur and reduced eyes, and soldiers that defend the colony against predators and rivals instead of fleeing. Unlike most mammals, Naked Mole Rats lack features […]

Just imagine the scene: and newlywed wife and husband are sitting down with a catalog, browsing joyously, pointing and awing at all the different options, fantasizing about all the possibilities that could become of their future. Is this a catalog for new furniture? No. This catalog for all features, phenotype and genotype, for the child […]

In the past decade genetically modified foods have been have made a world of stir about whether these foods are beneficial to our society or if they are actually hurtful. There is plenty information that is available to help support both sides of the issue but for every positive thing there is also a negative […]

In recent years science has been using recombinant DNA to genetically modify animals, plants and now technology has advanced to the point where there is constant speculation on manipulating human DNA. Recombinant DNA, or more commonly known as ‘genetic engineering’ involves “the combination of DNA from one organism with DNA from another organism”. There are […]

The subject of genetic engineering has always been a controversial one, that has divided opinion for years, although in today’s society it is more important than ever. Although the possibilities of genetic manipulation have been theorised as early as the 17th century and H. J. Muller was artificially mutating genes of Drosophila with x-rays in […]

There is much controversy surrounding the topic of genetically modified foods, a subject that provokes an emotional debate as some of the ideas contradict many moral and religious beliefs. Many ‘disadvantages’ are merely the moral views of people, and have little or no scientific link, such as the belief of consuming a plant with a […]

There are two essential substances found inside bacterial cells required before the process can begin. Present in the cytoplasm of a bacterial cell are a number of small circular pieces of DNA known as plasmids. Also present within the bacterial cell are restriction enzymes which cut DNA molecules at specific sites. By selecting the correct […]

Deoxyribonucleic acid or its commonly known name DNA – is a molecule that contains our genes. It forms part of a chromosome and is only found inside the nucleus of a cell. Our DNA consists of units called nucleotides. Each consists of a 5-carbon sugar, deoxiyribose, a phosphate group and a nitrogenous base – adenine […]

Over time, there has been a noteworthy rise in human interaction with the natural world. As we approach the new millennium, DNA technology has incredible potential for exploring and manipulating nature’s secrets. The sequencing of the human genome has opened up vast medical applications through DNA technology. Personalized drugs tailored to an individual’s DNA can […]

Researchers from the University of Toronto have made a groundbreaking breakthrough in understanding disease origins and enhancing drug targeting. They have developed a method to effectively analyze gene interactions within cells, which was previously challenging. Despite identifying the genetic composition of humans, the functions and interactions between genes have remained elusive. Led by Brenda Andrews, […]

As a result of the completion of the Human Genome Project, multiple genes associated with specific medical conditions were identified. The development of targeted analytical tests, known as genetic tests, has been facilitated by the identification of new genes that are related to medical conditions. These genetic tests are extensively used in clinical research laboratories […]

In the previous activity, you learned that DNA contains instructions for making proteins and the basics of protein synthesis. In this activity, you will use your knowledge of written text and translation to decode a secret message and explore the effects of different mutations on protein production. Specifically, you will focus on the genetic mutation […]

Over the past several years Genetics has become a leading link to understanding how our body works. By mapping out deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, scientists plan to find cures for various diseases, develop better, more efficient drugs, grow new organs, evaluate environment hazards, and eventually build a human being. Inside of every single cell in […]

The genome of an organism, which includes its DNA and genes responsible for producing proteins, determines various functions such as appearance, behavior, processing abilities, and immune response. The DNA is made up of four chemical bases (adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine) that repeat millions or billions of times within a genome. For example, the human […]

This report offers a comprehensive overview of the main theories on the aging process. As there is no universally accepted theory, these discussed theories serve as potential explanations for aging, with each hypothesis holding approximately equal likelihood. The focus of the explored theories ranges from DNA mutations and replication at the molecular level to wear […]

Modifying the World The world has come to a point where anything and everything can be customized; yet never could one have foreseen the customization of life forms. The term “genetically-modified organisms” (GMO’s), is most commonly used to refer to crop plants created for human or animal consumption using the latest molecular biology techniques (Whitman, […]

Probably, applied genetics most impacts on society are as a result of genetic tests. In general, genetic tests seek to detect some feature of a persons genetic constitution. This feature can be a disease causing mutation or a marker DNA sequence used to detect presence of another gene. Obviously these procedures used for testing the […]

Diagnosing ovarian cancer is the most challenging and has the highest fatality rate among all gynecologic malignancies. In the United States, it ranks fifth in cancer-related deaths for women, with an annual mortality rate of 13,000 (Barber, 3). The majority of cases are detected at stages III or IV, posing treatment complications for about 60 […]

hroughs in medicine are discovered. With these new developments serious ethical and moral questions arise. Advancements in genetic engineering, reproductive technologies, cloning, organ transplanting, and human experimentation are all causes of concern. The Human Genome Project, an incredible scientific undertaking determined to produce a map of the human DNA code, will tell us how each […]