Assignment 2: Gene Technology
Due Week 8 and worth 120 points
Gene technology carries with it social and
ethical implications—many of which engender personal views and discussion.
Select one (1) of the following
biotechnology topics to write about:
•Genetically modified crop plants
•Genetically modified microorganisms
•Genetically modified animals
•Personal genomics and / or personalized
medicine for humans
•Gene therapy
Write a four to six (4 to 6) page paper on
your chosen topic. Organize your paper
into sections corresponding to the following requirements:
1. Biological basis. Describe the
technology. Discuss what it accomplishes. Elaborate on the scientific
principles that make this technology possible. Your goal in this section of the
paper is to show the instructor that you understand the underlying science
behind the technology. Describe how exactly the technology works. Discuss the
biological principles that underlie this technology.
2. Social and ethical implications. Without
disclosing your personal view about this technology, provide an analysis of its
social and ethical implications. State the ethical concerns apparent in the use
of this technology. Discuss the benefits and risks. Your goal in this section
is to look at all sides of the issue. In the next section, you will give your
opinion.
3. Personal viewpoint. In the previous
section, your goal was to be as objective as possible, to look at all sides of
the issues. In this section, your goals are to give a personal opinion about
the technology and provide a justification of that opinion.
4. Use at least three (3) quality resources
in this assignment, in addition to the course text. Note: Wikipedia and similar
Websites do not qualify as quality resources. The body of the paper must have
in-text citations that correspond to the references. Integrate all sources into
your paper using proper techniques of quoting, paraphrasing and summarizing,
along with proper use of in-text citations to credit your sources.
Your assignment must follow these
formatting requirements:
•Be typed, double spaced, using Times New
Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and
references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor
for any additional instructions.
•Include a cover page containing the title
of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title,
and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the
required assignment page length.
The specific course learning outcomes
associated with this assignment are:
•Examine DNA structure, and function, gene
expression, and control.
•Discuss the various applications of
genomics and biotechnology.
•Use technology and information resources
to research issues in biology.
•Write clearly and concisely about biology
using proper writing mechanics.
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