What is Genetic Modification and How is it Done?
Check out this website to get some background on genetic modification. https://www.yourgenome.org/facts/what-is-genetic-engineering
CRISPR is a brand new way of doing genetic modification that allows us to change genes faster, cheaper, and with fewer mistakes. Watch these videos for an introduction to CRISPR.
Directions:
Now that you know what genetic modification is, choose a subtopic to research. Include how genetic modification is accomplished scientifically, give specific examples of how it is used and for what reasons, and discuss the pros and cons.
Genetically Modified Foods
About:
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/science/gmfoods/
http://www.who.int/foodsafety/areas_work/food-technology/faq-genetically-modified-food/en/
Just the Facts/Pros and Cons:
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-truth-about-genetically-modified-food/
https://www.healthline.com/health/gmos-pros-and-cons#cons
Example Foods:
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/builtlean/diet-and-nutrition_b_4323937.html
Genetic Modification for Medical Purposes
http://genetics.thetech.org/about-genetics/making-medicines
https://newrepublic.com/article/135617/gmos-save-lifethey-might-already
Genetic Modification in Industry
https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-industrial-applications-genetic-engineering-672773