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In 1953 Watson and Crick discovered the structure of DNA, thus laying the groundwork for a new age of science. As a result of this discovery, we are now at the point where we can transfer genes from one species to another, thereby altering certain traits. This practice is known as genetic engineering. Assuming that these changes are done carefully, we can have crops which are more productive, more nutritious, tastier, and better for the environment. Ironically, this new science has many enemies who are attempting to hinder its progress. Farmers, environmental groups, even governments vehemently oppose any sort of genetic engineering be it agricultural, biological or chemical. These parties claim that not only is genetic engineering not part of the natural order of things, but that it is unsafe and dangerous to everyone and everything involved. They maintain that modified species are not only unsafe to consume, but can damage biodiversity as well. As a result, much of the information concerning genetic engineering is negative. This misinformation influences and corrupts the true nature and potential of genetic engineering and the possibilities and goals that we can reach with its help. Many people do not realize that genetic engineering plays a role in many lives throughout the world. Genetic engineering includes artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, sperm banks, cloning, and gene manipulation. New medicines, which normally would take great amounts of time and money to produce small quantities, can now be made more efficiently as well as being more effective. Furthermore, with the help of genetic engineering, the causes for many diseases which up to this point have been unknown, has been discovered. Regardless of the gifts of genetic engineering, groups such as Greenpeace blindly hold on to their belief of the evil involved in this science.
Approximate Word count = 1188
Approximate Pages = 4.8
(250 words per page double spaced)
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