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Assignment 2: Gene Technology
Due Week 8 and worth 120 points
Gene technology carries with it social and ethical
implications—many of which engender personal views and
discussion.
Select one (1) of the following biotechnology topics to write
about:
Genetically modified crop plants
Genetically modified microorganisms
Genetically modified animals
Personal genomics and / or personalized medicine for humans
Gene therapy
Write a four to six (4 to 6) page paper on your chosen topic.
Organize your paper into sections corresponding to the
following requirements:
Biological basis.
Describe the technology. Discuss what it accomplishes.
Elaborate on the scientific principles that make this technology
possible. Your goal in this section of the paper is to show the
instructor that you understand the underlying science behind the
technology. Describe how exactly the technology works.
Discuss the biological principles that underlie this technology.
Social and ethical implications
. Without disclosing your personal view about this technology,
provide an analysis of its social and ethical implications. State
the ethical concerns apparent in the use of this technology.
Discuss the benefits and risks. Your goal in this section is to
look at all sides of the issue. In the next section, you will give
your opinion.
Personal viewpoint
. In the previous section, your goal was to be as objective as
possible, to look at all sides of the issues. In this section, your
goals are to give a personal opinion about the technology and
provide a justification of that opinion.
Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment, in
addition to the course text.
Note:
Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality
resources. The body of the paper must have in-text citations that
correspond to the references. Integrate all sources into your
paper using proper techniques of quoting, paraphrasing and
summarizing, along with proper use of in-text citations to credit
your sources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size
12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references
must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your
professor for any additional instructions.
Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the
student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the
date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in
the required assignment page length.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this
assignment are:
Examine DNA structure, and function, gene expression, and
control.
Discuss the various applications of genomics and
biotechnology.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in
biology.
Write clearly and concisely about biology using proper writing
mechanics.
Click here
to view the grading rubric.

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