PHI 130 Study Guide - Final Guide: Sickle-Cell Disease, Genetic Engineering, Embryonic Stem Cell
29 Oct 2018
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Short answer: explain the distinction between positive and negative genetic engineering and provide an example of each (you can use hypothetical examples). Negative genetic engineering is where you correct a genetic defect, for example, correcting. Sickle cell anemia so that you no longer have red blood cells that become misshapen and break down. Positive genetic engineering is where you make a life-form better, making improvements upon the organism. An example of this would be adding more intelligence or a better immune system for better health. While both are essentially the same concerning the ethics side, i believe that negative genetic engineering should be considered ethical while positive genetic engineering be considered unethical to engage in. Negative genetic engineer should be considered ethical because you are, essentially, removing a disease, disorder, or something of the sort that hinders your day to day performance in life.
