Genetic engineering or modification is the direct human mani

Genetic engineering or modification is the direct human manipulation of genetic material that does not occur naturally. After looking through the presentation notes, please discuss a piece of current literature or current uses of genetic engineering, including pros and cons with modification of human DNA. Please site any references at the bottom of your post.

Solution

Genetic Engineering is the alteration of the genetic material by intervention in genetic processes with the purpose of producing new substances or improving functions of existing organisms.

Uses of Genetic Engineering along with pros and Cons:

1. Agriculture: Genetic Engineering has become more common in agriculture industry.

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2. Human Genome Project: It is an international effort to analyse and map the DNA of humans.

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