week 5 bio discussion

Gene Therapy and Cloning

Cloning is a major topic of debate and is described in the textbook. Briefly describe the process of cloning in the lab incorporating facts from the textbook.

How is cloning involved in gene therapy?

Give a specific and detailed example of how gene therapy may be used to solve problems associated with genetic disorders. Discuss the benefits and possible hazards of gene therapy to human health.

What might be the benefits of cloning? What are potential dangers or threats associated with the widespread use of cloning? Discuss the ethics of cloning in its various proposed forms and uses. Discuss how cloning is related to GMOs.

Submission Details:

• Post your response to the Discussion Area by the due date assigned. Respond to at least two posts by the end of the week.