This idea of another perfect human is insane. I want to clarify the “another”. Jesus Christ was and forever will be the only perfect man to live. “The Human Genome Project is an international scientific research project with the goal of determining the sequence of chemical base pairs which make up human DNA, and of identifying and mapping all of the genes of the human genome from both a physical and a functional standpoint “ as defined by Wikipedia’s dictionary. In layman’s terms it is a project that scientist have been working on for several years to try to rebuild human DNA strands, to later build a human being. The reason this is flawed is because it will be impossible. Yes, I understand scientists have found a way to genetically engineer fertile eggs inside of a woman to change eye color, hair color, even physical attributes. All of …show more content…
The idea of a perfect person is like music to a scientists ears. In the film Gattaca, released in 1997, they proposed that in the near future our world will turn to one that is so incredibly picky. More so than we are even today. In the beginning of the movie you see tests being done on a baby who was just born, a finger prick and a DNA test. These tests were to check the estimated life expectancy, possible diseases, and even possible future mates. The entire plot of the movie was to show that no matter the odds you can defy them. A character named Jerome was considered to be physically perfect in every way; he broke his back and was unable to use his legs, restricted to a wheelchair. The mission director, in his DNA had no trace of violence in the slightest; he killed his co-worker. And the main character Vincent, portrayed by Ethan Hawke, was supposedly doomed to fail from a heart condition and was told his whole life he can’t be special; he ended up fighting his way through ranks quickly under Jerome as an alias, completing his dream of becoming an
In recent years, great advancement has been made in medicine and technology. Advanced technologies in reproduction have allowed doctors and parents the ability to screen for genetic disorders (Suter, 2007). Through preimplantation genetic diagnosis, prospective parents undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) can now have their embryo tested for genetic defects and reduce the chance of the child being born with a genetic disorder (Suter, 2007). This type of technology can open the door and possibility to enhance desirable traits and characteristics in their child. Parents can possibly choose the sex, hair color and eyes or stature. This possibility of selecting desirable traits opens a new world of possible designer babies (Mahoney,
The film Gattaca directed by Andrew Niccol is a science fiction that discovers the overall effects of genetic engineering. This is shown through the idea of a imminent society compelled by eugenics, where hypothetical children are conceived within a world of genetic manipulation. By doing this, it ensures that the upcoming generation posses the finest hereditary traits to benefit the future.
In the science fiction movie, GATTACA, directed by Andrew Niccol, a young man by the name of Vincent Freeman dreams of traveling to space. However, Freeman’s genetic modifications are far from perfect and set him back from achieving his dream. To fulfill his goal of becoming an astronaut at Gattaca corp. he assumes the identity of Jerome Morrow, a man genetically perfect for the job. In this futuristic movie, creating offspring is conventional, which is now beginning to become a reality in the real world. This leaves one question, should offspring be genetically modified? Genetically modifying offspring is the “process of manually adding DNA to an organism”(UNL's AgBiosafety for Educators). Scientists have successfully improved the genes of Homo Sapien embryos. Recently, scientists were able to modify a gene causing a potentially fatal blood disorder (The Independent). Genetically engineering may decrease disease and extend life expectancy, but there are many cons outweighing the pros. Genetically modifying offspring should not be allowed due to lack of genetic diversity, safety issues, and economic issues.
So what is a human genome and why is the government researching it? The Human genome is the sequence of roughly 20,000 genes that make up human Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), or the building blocks that tell cells what to do. The government project named Human Genome Project (HGP) started in 1990’s, and is trying to unravel the 3 billion chemical base pairs in a DNA strand (http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/physician-resources/medical-science/genetics-molecular-medicine/current-topics/human-genome.shtml.)
Some of the advantages and disadvantages to having a society like that portrayed in GATTACA , advantages of having a society like GATTACA crimes such as murder , kidnapping , etc. it would be very easy to find and track the criminal because of all the ways to find every little hint of dna that has been left behind. Some disadvantages of having a society as in GATTACA , if you were not a perfect child then there was no chance of getting a good career. There was not a single child accepted into society that wasn’t perfect. Parents got to choose the perfect child of their dreams with genetic modification , which gave the parents full customization
What is a perfect human? Human perfection may be measured by physical ability or intellectual achievement; however, it may also be measured by strength of character, and in this realm humans may often fall short. Weakness of character, shown through various character flaws, causes most of the hardships in life.
Perfection isn't always something you should strive for. Just because something seems perfect for someone else doesn't mean you should do it because your definition of perfection is what actually matters. The way Bernard is, is perfectly fine in our world but sadly not in
..., I’d never part with that birthmark.” signifying Aminadab’s awareness of the value that will be lost if the symbol were to be removed. Humans are perfect from creation are born with flaws that foreshadow their finite existence. It is established that what is completely perfect cannot exist in the mortal realm.
Only the revealed law in the Bible, not our faulty consciences, can tell us that God expects perfection, which means humans are truly sinful and cannot save themselves. Psalm 5:5 explains that “The arrogant cannot stand in your presence; you hate all who do wrong.” God will not condone even one incorrect thought, word, or deed. The fact that no one can live up to God’s standard is important for people to understand before they are
Jesus was perfect he did not even yield to the temptations of his nature unlike the people around him. It says in John 14:30 that “but the world must learn that I love the Father and that I do exactly what my Father has commanded me. Jesus did not even yield to temptations in his actions.
The Human Genome Project (HGP) has served to explore our genetic environment to make us aware of the beneficial resources that might contribute to understanding and improving our lives.
Genetic engineering is the modification of an organism’s genes, to achieve a desired product. It is a likely possibility that in the future, this process will be used on humans. Many people think that genetic engineering is a good idea, but they are wrong because it can lead to even stronger mutations and will erase individuality.
Human Genome Project A genome is defined as the complete collection of an organisms genetic material. The human genome is composed of about 50,000 to 100,000 genes located on 23 pairs of chromosomes in a human cell. It is said that a single human chromosome may contain more than 250 million DNA base pairs, and it is estimated that the entire human genome consists of about 3 billion base pairs. The DNA is gathered through blood samples taken from many different people. Though each person has a unique set of DNA the difference in a given pair of samples is less than 1 percent making the differences pale in comparison to the similarities. The Human Genome Project is an international collaboration of scientists who’s goal is to gain a basic understanding of the genetic blueprint of a human being. This information is found in each cell of the body, encoded in the DNA. The intent of this project is to identify all genes in the nucleus of a human cell, to map where those genes are on the chromosomes of the nucleus, and to determine the seqeuncing or the order of these chemical subunits of the DNA. The idea to undertake such a project was came about through a series of scientific conferences held between 1985 and 1987. The actual project ,however, did not begin until 1990 with the expansion of funding from the NIH and DOE. There are many nations involved with this project as part of an informal pact including France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, and many other european nations.
...ience true perfection. Since an ideal can never hold up to a reality, nothing can be truly perfect.
The main goals of the Human Genome Project are to provide a complete and accurate account of billions of DNA base on the makeup of human genes. The Project was important to medical research because by studying the similarities and differences between human genes and those of other organisms. Researchers can discover the functions of particular genes and identify which genes are critical for life.