Everyone should stop recycling. Everyone should drive their gasoline cars more, leave the lights on, let the water run, and go wild with any noxious chemicals, regardless of our aquatic friends. After all, even with all of these environment preserving activities, we could still greatly damage our ecosystems. The cause of this is simply because of the technological pollution caused by the use of genetically engineered crops. These plants are different in that they have had genes inserted into their genetic code, giving them added traits which are suppose to aid them in producing greater yield or defending against insects and disease, amongst other benefits. But their benefits are short-sighted; people around the world will eventually suffer the consequences of this new and porly examined science. What should concern every person is that not only does it affect our ability to produce crops, it also affects our health. Fortunately, there is a way to change our heading away from this dangerous course. The Federal Drug Administration, Environment Protection Agency, and the Department of Agriculture, are the regulators which work to ensure only safe crops are introduced to the environment as well as our food supply. We must urge the FDA and other governing bodies to carefully regulate genetically modified plants to prevent such dangerous consequences as the introduction of allergens and toxins to our food supply and invasive weeds into our environment. First, to aid in understanding how genetic engineering is hazardous to our health and environment, a short description on how it works will be given. Genetic engineering is the evolution of our selective crossbreeding, our usual m... ... middle of paper ... ...rds its rendezvous with an iceberg. If we continue to turn a blind eye, well, we all know how that story ends. The only hope is that we alert the authorities as to how we feel about this issue and make sure that they put our ideas into action against these genetic engineering companies. Otherwise we may as well forget the years that we’ve spent trying to save our natural resources. Works Cited Hosansky, David. “Biotech Foods.” The CQ Researcher Online 11.12 (2001). 23 May 2005 000> Document ID: cqresrre2001033000. Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark. “Genetic Engineering.” Dazzle Ships. Disky, 1997.Phillips, Susan C. “Genetically Engineered Foods.” The CQ Researcher Online (1994). 23May2005 500>. Document ID: cqresrre1994080500.
Science can be helpful to humans, but it can also have detrimental effects on our culture. Brave New World shows us that if we are not careful, the advances of science will take over our lives.
...will see more progress than when the scientific community is left to solve all the problems. The only way we will see results is if everyone pulls together and assists in conquering this problem. People better pull together quick before the bay is left for dead.
middle of paper ... ... This idea needs to be remembered by scientists who just want a little more freedom. The United States is the freest country in the world, and in order for it to stay that way, it needs to stay protected with censorship and the use of caution. References Begelman, D. A. & Co., Inc.
“Civilization rests on people’s ability to modify plants to make them more suitable as food, feed and fiber plants and all of these modifications are genetic” (American Association 1). This quote from the article “Statement by the AAAS Board of Directors On Labeling of Genetically Modified Foods” expresses that fact that humans have used the favorable genes of plants since the days of Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics. When plants exhibited a desirable trait, they were bred together so that more of the offspring would have that trait. Genetic Modification is manipulating the genome of the plant, but humans have been doing that for years. Modifying the genes is a more precise way to do this. Genetic Modification improves food and is safe.
and Sciences gathered in 1996 to discuss what could be done about it. The sense
From the Flavr Savr ™ tomato to the more recent genetically modified corn, genetic engineering has been around for about 20 years. Now, do you really know what GMOs (genetically modified organisms) are? Do you understand both the pros and the cons are? Are you positive that GMOs mat or may not affect your health or the enviroment? If you answered no to any of these questions I strongly suggest you continue reading.
gives us the right to do so. Before we go on any further, it is
Robert M. Hutchins, known for his contributions to philosophy, said that, “A civilization in which there is not a continuous controversy about important issues is on the way to totalitarianism and death.” While I do not necessarily agree with the former, or the latter, for that matter (no rhyme intended), it is imperative for us, as people, regardless of nationality, to ask questions. On the topic of important issues are genetically modified foods. The specific tangent on genetically modified foods is the question of whether or not genetically modified foods should have mandatory labeling. Instead of being a staunch absolutist and deciding so hastily on the matter of GMOs, the merits and drawbacks of this issue need to be discussed.
Genetically engineered goods are a huge controversy in the United States. There has been a lot of conflict between different groups about whether or not genetically engineered foods should be so widely sold or at least not labeled. There are many people on both sides of the argument that have given great insight as to what genetically engineered foods can do for/to people. Those that are in favor of genetically modified food say that it allows for farmers to have a less risky harvest and this can then lead to producing more food for a higher population.
Genetic engineering, sometimes called genetic modification, is the process to alter the structure and nature of genes in humans, plants, and animals (what is genetic engineering). Because DNA is a code that is universal, genes can be manipulated
Genetic Engineering is the deliberate alteration of an organism's genetic information (Lee 1). The outcome scientists refer to as successful entitles the living thing’s ability to produce new substances or perform new functions (Lee 1). In the early 1970’s, direct manipulation of the genetic material deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) became possible and led to the rapid advancement of modern biotechnology (Lee 1).
The Problem Genetic engineering has been around since the 1960’s, although major experiments have not been really noticed until the 1990’s. Science comes in different forms, the two major being cloning and genetic reconstruction. Cloning is the duplicating of one organism and making an exact copy. For example, in 1996 the creation of the clone sheep named Dolly, the first mammal to be cloned, which was a great achievement. The other form, genetic reconstruction, is used to replace genes within humans to help or enhance the life of an unborn child for a medical reason or just for the preference of a parent.
Although genetic engineering seems to be more harmful than helpful, when used correctly, it will help the society prosper. Considering the technology our society has currently developed, genetic engineering is a difficult topic to discuss and confirm. If the researchers confirm this process, it may become easier for the scientists and will help cure the diseases easily. The debate, however, will still be on the rise because of the issue in human morals and ethics.
Genetic engineering is a way in which specific genes for an animal or plant can be extracted, and reproduced to form a new animal or plant. These new organisms will express the required trait for that gene. This practice is a very controversial topic within the scientific world. It is being implemented in various areas such as agriculture even though there are many alternatives that can be found for genetic engineered crops, such as organic materials and reducing leeching of the soil. The controversy regarding this practice occurs as it is believed to contribute both negative and positive implications and dangers, not only to oneself but the environment as a whole. Genetic engineering increases the agricultural economy, the yields of agricultural produce, and also causes negative effects on the ecosystem.