Technology and the Human Genome Project Technology is changing the way the world works in profound ways at an unprecedented rate. As we speak, scientists in labs around the world are decoding the remaining portion of the genome map. One day (even now), with the information compiled in GenBank, scientists can discover new drugs, new methods of gene therapy, and other preventive measures which will vastly improve the quality of life (NCBI ¶1). David Smith, previously a director of the Department of Energy, said, "These are exciting and challenging times for biological researchers. The wealth of information and capabilities now being generated by the various genome projects and other biological endeavors will lead over the next two decades to more insights into living systems than have been amassed in the past two millennia. Biology is truly undergoing a revolution" (Walters 545). There are only two major problems facing researchers in their efforts to put the massive amounts (terrabytes) of data generated from the Human Genome Project (HGM) to use. The first and most prohibitive problem is cost. Over a billion dollars have already been sank into the project, which was spent on both developing new technologies to make the gene sequencing process more efficient and cost effective, and of course the actual gene mapping (Pennisi 82). Although the expense is extreme, the HGM is popular enough that funding is still available. Countries who were not previously involved are gaining interest in the project. Japan, for example, has a proposed budget of $570 million to invest in genomic research, which is, "considerably more than the U.S. National Human Genome Research Institute expects to spend" (Normile et al. 84). The second problem facing scientists is the current lack of computer hardware and software that are powerful enough to effectively use the data that is being gathered. One area of genome research that requires more advanced technology is proteomics, which is the study of protein interactions (for an in-depth explanation of proteomics, visit www.npr.org and listen). "New developments in bioinformatics would enhance the ability of researchers to manipulate, collect, and analyze data more quickly and in new ways" (Pennisi 85). Considering the fact that the number of proteins is predicted to be in the millions, new computers and technologies that can process such large amounts of data efficiently must be developed. New and unplanned uses of the technologies developed from genome research are being found.
Nike is a major power structure in the global economy, a financial land marketing powerhouse. On every level, they practice diversity, they are socially responsible, and Nike gives back to those who are less fortunate. Nike seems to keep improving on every level of business there innovative and never seem to stop looking for new ideas to keep the consumer excited waiting to see what next. Financially Nike has come from nothing five hundred dollars and an idea. This is what America is made of entrepreneurial-minded individual, which believes in an idea and make it come true with just a few dollars.
Presently, computers are being used to hold the vast databases of all the sequencing information for every gene of the human DNA strand. If computers were not available, the paper needed to contain all this information would stack higher than the Washington Monument, over 555 feet high. And this would only be for the data, not the analysis of that data. Imagine the nightmare of trying to find the correct gene pair, there are over 3.2 billion of them, in all that paper. But providing a database for the sequencing information of the human genome is only one way in which computers are helping in the mapping of the human genome. They also provide the computational power needed to speed the calculations for each gene as well as producing maps and the such for genetic information on each chromosome (Smith 14). In fact, Compaq Computer Corporation built specific technology enabling completion of the Human Genome.
For numerous years, the world’s most prestigious geneticists have been trying to crack the human genetic code, the intricate puzzle that defines each and every one of us as individuals. With the monumental success of the Human Genome Project, a new and exciting biological frontier is ready for exploration. The ramifications of the knowledge derived from this endeavor will no doubt be staggering for residents of the Rio Grande Valley and the world at large.
The Human Genome Project is essential for the human race to advance. With the ability to decimate human disease and even boost food resources, people will increase life expectancy alongside decreasing the percent of people around the world who go hungry each day. There can even be limits placed on Legal aspects of The Human Genome Project results that appease civil rights activists and will preserve ethics and diversity while still improving mankind. Humans will never have to fear disease or hunger. The future looks bright for all of mankind.
In the second half of the nineteenth century, after almost 30 years of general calm, the Polish people once again began protesting Russian rule. Meetings were held and discussions raged about reforms and emancipatio...
To begin, one must look at why the Solidarity Movement in Poland succeeded where so many other revolutionary movements across the Eastern Bloc didn’t. World War II had devastated Europe physically, mentally, and economically. By 1980 “Poland was among the Eastern Bloc countries whose societies were still in the grips of the post-World War II system of totalitarian, communist rule” (Pearce 7). However, in contrast to many of the neighboring countries, Poland was able to maintain bits and pieces of free enterprise and civic associations under communist rule. Nevertheless, the Poles were frequently subjected to the brutal suppression of their rights, freedom of movement, and expression (Pearce 7). Despite these suppressions, the Polish working class had always been well organized to protest against the actions of the communist regime, and “frequent clashes between workers and the authorities began in the late 1940s and were repeated in 1956, 1970 a...
Nike is a multinational company that is occupied in the design, development, and manufacturing of worldwide and sales of footwear, apparel, accessories and service. Nike was originally founded as Blue Ribbon Sports in May 30, 1971 The name was converted over to Nike by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight. This is a brand that has been around for a very long time. As the years progress, Nike has expanded their business in other countries. Nike has 858 retail store locations worldwide. With most of those locations being in other countries, Nike had to develop a way to advertise to different countries in other languages. If they never took the time to analyze how to reach the different audience, they would have missed out on new consumers and profit.
Nike Inc. was founded in 1962 by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight as a partnership under the name, Blue Ribbon Sports. Our modest goal then was to distribute low-cost, high-quality Japanese athletic shoes to American consumers in an attempt to break Germany's domination of the domestic industry. In 2000 Nike Inc. not only manufactured and distributed athletic shoes at every marketable price point to a global market, but over 40% of our sales came from athletic apparel, sports equipment, and subsidiary ventures. Nike maintains traditional and non-traditional distribution channels in more than 100 countries targeting its primary market regions: United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas (not including the United States).
The Human Genome Initiative is a worldwide research effort that has the goal of analyzing the sequence of human DNA and determining the location of all human genes. Begun in 1990, the U.S. Human Genome project was originally planned to last 15 years but now is projected to be complete in 13 years. This project was started to find the 80,000 - 100,000 human genes and to determine the sequence of the 3 - billion chemical bases that make up human DNA. The information generated by the human genome project is expected to be the source book for biomedical fields, including those such as developmental biology and neurobiology, where scientists are just beginning to understand the underlying molecular mechanisms. The human genome project is expected to immensely benefit medical science. It will help us to understand and eventually treat many of the more than 4000 genetic diseases that afflict mankind, as well as the many multifunctional diseases in which genetic predisposition plays an important role. New technologies emanating from the genome project will also find application in other fields such as agriculture and the environmental sciences.
It is beyond uncertainty that the Warsaw Uprising which took place 70 years ago in 1944 is one of the most significant, heroic and tragic events in the 20th century of Polish history. During 63 days of patriotic uprising many thousands of predominantly young Poles were killed in an imbalanced battle with the German occupiers. This investigation will focus on the areal support for the Home Army (AK) during the Warsaw Uprising in 1944. The essay will discuss the causes and consequences of the action taken by the authority of Great Britain, United States of America and Soviet Union as well as the Polish government in exile regarding the Warsaw Uprising.
The “Bo Knows” ad campaign allowed the company to make big leaps ahead of all its competition. The company’s headquarters was then built in Portland Oregon because of the major break through in the 80s. in the 90s Nike signed an amazing and successful golfer, Tiger Woods. He signed with the company in 1996 with a reportedly $5 million a year, he as well as a number of professional and successful athletes maintained their image as the industry leader. The company was now a public corporation.
Historically, Nike engineered and manufactured the sports shoes for athletes to compete and train in. The company's marketing strategies was aimed to sport shoes segment of market that in short period made products so attractive and desirable that they became a must have accessory to the large number of American people. The Nike popularity rapidly grew around the world. The people who would not take part in sport activities on regular basis choose to wear NIKE as company grew in to being part of...
Discoveries in DNA, cell biology, evolution, and biotechnology have been among the major achievements in biology over the past 200 years with accelerated discoveries and insight’s over the last 50 years. Consider the progress we have made in these areas of human knowledge. Present at least three of the discoveries you find to be the most important and describe their significance to society, heath, and the culture of modern life.
Statistics state that children and teens who participate in team activities/sports show better communication skills, and are better rounded. “When a team outgrows individual performance and learns team confidence, excellence becomes a reality.” That quote is by Joe Paterno. Being apart of team helps develop a good character, morals, and confidence.
Nike was created around the late 50’s early 60’s(Page 3 Frisch, Aaron. The Story of Nike). The creator got the idea to make them because of a school project. It was about a business that they would run as they came out of highschool. His name was Phil Knight. It originated in Hillsboro Oregon. And this was the start of something great.