DNA Technology

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NOTE: Lifted from the site of Sir Baggy

DNA Technology

DNA technology has received a wide acceptance among geneticists, and other disciplines of Biology. Its widespread application in various fields (e.g. biology, engineering, medicine) has revolutionized how scientists study the genetics, biochemistry, and other aspects of organisms. The industrial sector has also benefited from its development. Recently, stem cell therapy is only one of the outcomes of DNA technology.

In this module, you will study the important techniques in DNA technology, its various applications, and some arguments on its use.

Below is a list of topics that you will study in this module. Click on each topic to access or download the resource materials.

1. Recombinant DNA Technology

2. Issues and Concerns - the link is a site to some major issues and concerns associated with the applications of DNA technology. Click on the links found in the site to various issues/concerns to be able to read the argument/discussion of the authors.

3. Applications of DNA Technology

■ Gene Therapy
■ Forensics
■ Therapeutic Cloning
■ Stem Cell Therapy/Treatment
■ Summary of Applications

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