I'm choosing to blog about Robertson's paper, because 1.) it was an easier read compared to Callahan's, and 2.) i really enjoyed reading Robertson's article.
I though was Robertson had to say was very interesting. I liked reading about the different battles that have been presented in regards to assisted reproduction. There are many different views regarding assisted reproduction. Many think its is morally wrong, some thing it is a waste of embryos, while others support the idea of science expanding its knowledge on how to "change" "delete", or simply figure out what genes their children will get when they reproduce.
I think science is doing what is should be doing, we rely on scientist to find cures,and new ways to address coming ideas and concerns. Whether that be for a disease, illnesses, or the new and exciting discovery of genes, and how they are becoming able to change a persons genetic code. I think scientist have discovered something that is vary valuable and in need for certain circumstances and conditions.
I agree and approve of the idea that we can have genetic work done on our children before they are born. I think it is important for for people to have these options available to them, especially if disease and illnesses run in the family, it would be to their advantage to know what they can possibly expect their children to have, and learn how to deal with those issues. However I do not support the idea that people are wanting to spend an outrageous amount of money to have their child's DNA changes, because they want these so called"perfect" children. I don't think people should have children if they do not want the surprise of what they are capable of "naturally" producing. If you want to your child to have blue eyes, small figure, and brown hair, then you are not having children for the right reason and frankly shouldn't have kids. I think they need to draw a clear line between having these procedures done for the avoidance of disease and illnesses and having them done for the pure pleasure of wanting your child to be "perfect".
If I'm ever given the opportunity to have a deeper understanding of my genes, for the sake of my health and prevention purposes, I will take that opportunity and appreciate what science has made available.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Friday, January 15, 2010
Week 2 reading
Thus far the readings for this last week have been very eye opening, educational, informative, and no doubt some what confusing and hard to follow.
Understanding the human genome project was an easy article to read, and made me have a greater understanding of what goes on behind the scenes of scientific research.
I thought the article was very interesting to hear how scientist pursue their research at first hand experiences. Reading about the three scientist one by one was interesting because it gave you insight about how three different scientist view science and their research. Each had a different store that got them involved in the human genome project, and each have different views and experiences regarding their morals and ideas, and case of work.
Clearly in Sulstons book he not only informed the public eye about the importance of discovering the sequencing of the human genome, he also expressed his moral concerns about telling the community of the human genome project and the findings. Sulston felt that it was very important to release the findings of the human genome project to the public, so communities could educate themselves about where science is headed. Sulston struggles with a fellow scientist Ventor who had sided with companies who wanted to keep the HGP a secret. This to me was impressive because you would think that many people especially scientist who discover a novelty would have their best interest in themselves to make a much larger profit, than to release it to the public. Sulston was in the project for the right reasons.
I thought Collins being religious was an interesting twist in the project. I know everyone has different views and belief's about life, but when you bring someone of a religious back ground into a project you get very different ideas than your fellow colleagues. Religion can always be touchy and many will think that it could have a different affect on the outcome of anything. Collins ideas were definatly religious based which could or could not be a problem. I did think that I was inspiring though to hear why he was involved in the project(because it was gods will for him) Just interesting how religion can be so influential for some.
Article were a great insight to behind the scenes activities and inspirations that go on.
It was cool to read autobiographies because they are so truthful and personal.
Understanding the human genome project was an easy article to read, and made me have a greater understanding of what goes on behind the scenes of scientific research.
I thought the article was very interesting to hear how scientist pursue their research at first hand experiences. Reading about the three scientist one by one was interesting because it gave you insight about how three different scientist view science and their research. Each had a different store that got them involved in the human genome project, and each have different views and experiences regarding their morals and ideas, and case of work.
Clearly in Sulstons book he not only informed the public eye about the importance of discovering the sequencing of the human genome, he also expressed his moral concerns about telling the community of the human genome project and the findings. Sulston felt that it was very important to release the findings of the human genome project to the public, so communities could educate themselves about where science is headed. Sulston struggles with a fellow scientist Ventor who had sided with companies who wanted to keep the HGP a secret. This to me was impressive because you would think that many people especially scientist who discover a novelty would have their best interest in themselves to make a much larger profit, than to release it to the public. Sulston was in the project for the right reasons.
I thought Collins being religious was an interesting twist in the project. I know everyone has different views and belief's about life, but when you bring someone of a religious back ground into a project you get very different ideas than your fellow colleagues. Religion can always be touchy and many will think that it could have a different affect on the outcome of anything. Collins ideas were definatly religious based which could or could not be a problem. I did think that I was inspiring though to hear why he was involved in the project(because it was gods will for him) Just interesting how religion can be so influential for some.
Article were a great insight to behind the scenes activities and inspirations that go on.
It was cool to read autobiographies because they are so truthful and personal.
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