Category: Genetics

Epigenetics, or epigenomics, is the study of how the expression of genes that do not presuppose irreversible alterations in the underlying DNA sequence changes due to various factors, including diet, lifestyle, and environmental exposures. In addition, these changes can be passed down through generations. Introduced by Conrad Waddington in 1942, epigenetics was initially designed for…

The growth and development of an organism result in the activation and deactivation of different parts due to chemical reactions at strategic periods and locations. The genetic changes associated with the aging of an organism give rise to the concept of epigenetics. The concept of epigenetics deals with the heritable changes depicted in gene expressions…

Table of Contents Introduction DNA/RNA Comparison Genetic Technologies for Pathogen Identification The Human Genome Project (HGP) References Introduction The first four concepts are connected as they refer to interdisciplinary fields and their subjects. As a science, genomics is concerned with exploring the genome, and the latter represents a collection of genes and chromosomes. Proteomics studies…

The study of sequences of genetic material in any organism is important in helping scientists analyze the whole of the organisms genome. This way, causes of genetic disorders can be easily identified and therefore addressed. One of the most commonly used method in studying DNA sequences is Nucleic acid hybridization due to its efficiency (Lee…

Table of Contents Benefits for the Field of Agriculture Genetic Engineering as the Approach to Resolve the Food Problem Genetic Engineering in Medicine Genetic Engineering as a Controversial Issue Conclusion References Nowadays people strive for improving the quality of life, focus on higher accomplishments, and try to find new ways to overcome such social problems…

Table of Contents Introduction Examination of Genetic Variations Conclusion Reference List Introduction The process which describes the likelihood of the transfer of characteristics, or traits, which enables the survival and reproduction of an organism in generations to come; to be obtained easily in a population is referred to as natural selection. The difference in the…

The rapid development of biological science in the twentieth century has opened entirely new opportunities to humankind; one of them is the ability to change or modify the cellular structure of living organisms: plants, animals and human beings. Yet, it has also given rise to many ethical questions which are closely examined by scholars and…

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion of relevance of the problem Conclusion Works Cited Introduction There is no doubt that modern technologies greatly simplify human life, especially if it concerns computers and intelligent systems. Being a part of a developed digital society, the consumer integrates with existing technical solutions every day and, therefore, hardly perceives them…

This articles purpose is to evaluate possible harm and advantages of GM fish. At the beginning of this article, the author notices that the twentieth centurys green revolution may have been the most significant improvement in peoples lives (Muir, 2004). However, there was an enormous increase only in agriculture; as for fishing grounds, a considerable…

Genetic theory of learning Learning and behavioral habits in human beings can be influenced by social, environmental and genetic factors. Genetic theory describes how genes help in shaping human behaviors. Human genetic influences are usually complicated and are among many other factors affecting behavior. Although genes on their own can hardly determine or influence human…