The Ethics of Human Cloning
The possibility that there may one day be human clones raises some serious ethical issues that society must embrace, discuss and understand.
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Gene and DNA Mutations: How Do Cells Repair Genetic Mutations ?
Did you know that there is a constant rate of mutation that occurs naturally in the cell? Given our harsh environmental times, how does the cell …
Continue ReadingPros and Cons of Genetic Engineering in Humans
The human body is not perfect. Some are created with inherent faults and others break down before their time. Science has the potential to make good …
Continue ReadingTimeline of Genetic Engineering
Five major landmarks in genetic engineering history as scientists embarked on the direct control and manipulation of genes to produce specifically …
Continue ReadingWhat Was the First Genetically Modified Organism?
The honour of being the first ever genetically engineered organism goes to the humble bacterium E. coli. The modifications using recombinant DNA …
Continue ReadingProtein Structure. Primary, Secondary, Tertiary and Quaternary Structure of Proteins
Our bodies contain thousands of complex bioactive proteins that are made from a repository of only 20 structural components, called amino acids. …
Continue ReadingThe Genetics of Blue Eyes
Blue eyes are a manifestation of recessive genes. Take a peek at what’s behind blue eyes with this article, and find out how science is trying to …
Continue ReadingCauses of the 1918 Flu Virus
The 1918 flu virus devastated the world, killing between 20 million and 50 million people. Its lethal nature caused more deaths than the bombs and …
Continue ReadingThe Basic Parts of Human Chromosomes: An Overview of the Structure of Human Chromosomes
Packed inside the nucleus of nearly every cell are 23 pairs of chromosomes that contain most of our genetic material. They are highly condensed …
Continue ReadingThe Contents of the Nucleus: A Look at the Structure and Function of the Cell Nucleus
The eukaryotic cell nucleus is the membrane bound home to most of a cell’s complement of genes. It’s the information centre of the cell - …
Continue ReadingA Famous Scientist Biography: John Gurdon, British Developmental Biologist
Born on 2 October 1933 to affluent and supportive parents, John Gurdon was interested in biological things from an early age. He studied the Classics …
Continue ReadingInheritable Genetic Modification - Page 7
Learn about inheritable genetic modification and the issues associated with it.
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