Themes > Science > Life Sciences > Physical Anthropology > Heredity and Beyond > Manipulating DNA > Genetic Engineering

Genetic Engineering is an awesome power. It promises a utopian planet, while threatening to destroy all life on Earth.  It is the stuff of science fiction, and yet it is becoming science fact.  It is, in fact, so on the forefront of science and technology, and there are so many new advances being made so quickly, trying to list them all would be futile.  Therefore, this area will focus on the science and the promise rather than the actual progress being made.

..History of Genetic Engineering

       Since ancient times, man has tried to bend nature to be more hospitable.  Find
       out how science is making this dream a reality.

..How Genetic Engineering Works

        The science behind the hype

..Safeguards on Genetic Engineering

        Keeping genetic engineering in check while allowing it to progress

..Ethics of Genetic Engineering 

        What precautions should be taken in wielding this awesome power?

..Future of Genetic Engineering

        Possible applications of genetic engineering


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