answer

watching

views

26 Aug 2018

Select an example of an advancement made in biotechnology (e.g. pharmacogenetics, stem cells, GMOs, de-extinction, etc.). Describe the specific advancement and what contribution it brings to society. Explain the promises and the risks of this technology.

answer

watching

views

For unlimited access to Homework Help, a Homework+ subscription is required.

You have 0 free answers left.
Get unlimited access to 3.8 million step-by-step answers.

Get unlimited access

Already have an account? Log in

Nestor RutherfordLv2

27 Aug 2018

Unlock all answers

Get 1 free homework help answer.

Already have an account? Log in

Related questions

Background:

Biotechnology allows the use of living organisms or their processesfor human needs or purposes. Currently, this topic includes suchgeneral examples as cloning, stem cells (adult, umbilical cord, andembryonic), DNA fingerprinting, biological warfare, bioremediation,genetically modified organisms, vaccines, and transgenic plants andanimals to name a few. In this assignment, you will explorespecific examples of biotechnology applications.

Assignment details:

Research how a SPECIFIC biotechnology application within the aboveGENERAL examples (or ones not listed above) is used today. Example:Insulin production in bacteria is an example under the generaltopic of recombinant organisms.

What specific biotechnology application did you choose?
Briefly describe this biotechnology application. How is itdone?
Based upon the definition of biotechnology in the assignment,describe how your biotechnology application is an example ofbiotechnology.
What benefits are derived from this application?
Are there any concerns or negative impacts associated with this useof biotechnology? Why or why not?

champagnetrout780

Written Assignment: Biology and Technology in the Real World

Addresses course outcomes 1-4:

recognize and explain how the scientific method is used to solve problems

make observations and discriminate between scientific and pseudoscientific explanations

weigh evidence and make decisions based on strengths and limitations of scientific knowledge and the scientific method

use knowledge of biological principles, the scientific method, and appropriate technologies to ask relevant questions, develop hypotheses, design and conduct experiments, interpret results, and draw conclusions

1. Select one of the topics listed below.

2. Find at least three information sources related to the topic. You can find assistance with searching for articles at the UMUC Library Subject Guides at http://libguides.umuc.edu/science.

3. Write a 750-1500 word paper, excluding references and title page. You must read the information sources that you find and summarize the information in your own words, addressing each of the questions and expectations for your chosen topic. Extensive quotes from the article are discouraged. Use APA style for citing references, see https://www.umuc.edu/library/libhow/apa_tutorial.cfm

4. Post your assignment to the Assignment folder by the due date listed in the course schedule.

Topics (select one from the list below or from the expanded list of topics posted on November 16th in the announcements section)

a) Genetically modified organisms (GMOs). What is the purpose genetic engineering of crop plants and domestic animals? Briefly explain how GMOs are created. What foods in your supermarket contain GMOs? Are foods that contain GMOs safe for human consumption? What types of regulations exist for these foods? Clearly explain your reasoning for each answer.

b) Stem cells. Your friend had a spinal cord injury after a bad car accident. The medical team has decided that he is a good candidate for a clinical trial using stem cell therapy. Your friend has not had a biology course since high school, so you decide to write him a letter sharing your knowledge of stem cells. Include in your letter a description of the biology of stem cells and how these cells are unique from other cells. Contrast the different types of stem cells, including pros and cons of each. Explain how stems cells are can be used to treat diseases and injury, with special focus on spinal cord injuries. Conclude with your own opinion.

c) Fracking (hydraulic fracturing) and tar sands (oil sands). With society's dependence on nonrenewable fossil fuels, the oil & gas industry is turning to the use of hydraulic fracturing and tar (oil) sands to extract natural gas and oil respectively. A friend asks you "What's all this controversy in the news about fracking and tar sands?" Briefly explain to your friend how hydraulic fracturing and tar (oil) sands are used to obtain these fossil fuels. Then, in more detail, describe the environmental problems that may result from these processes and why they are controversial. Issues that may be addressed involves, but are not limited to, water, air and soil pollution, effects on human health, effects on other species and natural ecosystems. Finally, give your opinions on possible solutions to these environmental problems, with your reasoning backed by the references that you studied.

Module 6 problem

For this module you must research a stem cell treatment. Explain the problem that the stem cells will treat, what type of stem cells are being used and what model it is used in, for example mice or humans. Bone marrow transplant will not be an acceptable answer.

Weekly leaderboard

Home

Homework Help 3,900,000

Biology 460,000

Select an example of an advancement made in biotechnology (e.g. pharmacogenetics, stem cells, GMOs, de-extinction, etc.). Describe the specific advancement and what contribution it brings to society. Explain the promises and the risks of this technology.

Unlock all answers

Related textbook solutions

Molecular Cell Biology

Biology: Science for Life with Physiology

Biology

Concepts of Biology

Essentials of Biology

Related questions

Related Documents

BIO201H5 Study Guide - Final Guide: Antimicrobial Resistance, Influenza A Virus Subtype H5N1, Seed Dispersal

BIO 103 Study Guide - Final Guide: Genetically Modified Organism, Tissue Engineering, Direct Manipulation Interface

BIO 303 Lecture Notes - Lecture 17: Molecular Genetics, Peptide, Somatic Cell

Weekly leaderboard