Reference no: EM131067407
Environmental and Industrial Microbiology - Discussion
When you think of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) , it is common to think of genetically modified foods. Battles rage in the media and political circles regarding the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops. However, there are other many applications for genetic modification, and microbiology is full of examples. Many bacterial species are products of genetic modification as well. Science has the ability to manipulate the simple genome of bacteria to produce many products that are beneficial to humans.
Review the following examples of genetic modification in bacteria:
1. Amalaradjou, M., &Bhunia, A. (2013). Bioengineered probiotics, a strategic approach to control enteric infections. Bioengineered, 4 (6), 379-387.
https://eds.a.ebscohost.com.lib.kaplan.edu/eds/detail/detail?vid=26&sid=e23ca9d0-8d68-43cf-a1f5-b030888c7f86%40sessionmgr4003&hid=4202&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmU%3d#db=mdc&AN=23327986
2. Bernardes, N., Chakrabarty, A., &Fialho, A. (2013). Engineering of bacterial strains and their products for cancer therapy. Applied Microbiology & Biotechnology, 97(12), 5189-5199.
https://eds.a.ebscohost.com.lib.kaplan.edu/eds/detail/detail?vid=27&sid=e23ca9d0-8d68-43cf-a1f5-b030888c7f86%40sessionmgr4003&hid=4202&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmU%3d#db=aph&AN=87799224
3. Wilson, G. (2014). Deepwater Horizon and the Law of the Sea: Was the cure worse than the disease?. Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review, 41(1), 63.
https://eds.a.ebscohost.com.lib.kaplan.edu/eds/detail/detail?sid=ccf672e7-8455-435f-bcf9-57286115f97e%40sessionmgr4002&vid=0&hid=4202&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmU%3d#db=f5h&AN=96034722
Genetically Modified Bacteria
1. Find one example of a genetically modified bacterium used to benefit humans. Provide the genus and species (full scientific name), and discuss the primary uses. You may use one of the examples above or find your own example, but the organism must be genetically engineered or altered. Remember, the genus is the first part of the scientific name and the species is the second part, like this: Escherichia coli.
2. Is it ethical to use genetically modified bacteria? Why or why not?
3. Would you be willing to use medicine or other products that are created by genetically modified bacteria? Why or why not?
4. When a new organism is created in a lab, the scientist responsible for the discovery can patent the new organism. What ethical concerns surround the idea of owning the patent on a living organism?
|
Compute the probability that the sampling plan
: Compute the probability that the sampling plan will provide a result that suggests that SaveMor should reject the deal even if the true proportion of all customers who would switch is actually 0.70.
|
|
Project that will result in initial aftertax cash savings
: Scanlin, Inc., is considering a project that will result in initial aftertax cash savings of $1.84 million at the end of the first year, and these savings will grow at a rate of 1 percent per year indefinitely. What is the maximum initial cost the co..
|
|
Discuss the anti-bias classroom environment
: Building a positive learning environment requires both gender and cultural awareness - What evidence would be apparent to demonstrate that this is a safe, welcoming environment for children and families alike
|
|
Common speed after the collision
: A railroad car of mass 12,000kg is traveling at a speed of 6.0 m/s when it collies with an identical car at rest. Thte two cars look together. What is their common speed after the collision?
|
|
Is it ethical to use genetically modified bacteria
: Is it ethical to use genetically modified bacteria? Why or why not? Would you be willing to use medicine or other products that are created by genetically modified bacteria? Why or why not?
|
|
Explain how there is alignment of the problem
: What is a current situation that you know is happening in another organization that could require research to solve. Clearly state the topic, problem, purpose, and research questions to be answered. Then explain how there is alignment of the probl..
|
|
What effect would an increase in the prime rate
: Matthews Manufacturing is negotiating a 1-year credit line with its bank, Worldwide Bank. The amount of the credit line is $6.5 million with an interest rate set at 2.5% above the prime rate. What effect would an increase in the prime rate to 4.75% f..
|
|
Prepare a direct labor budget for the months
: Patrick Inc. makes industrial solvents. Planned production in units for the first three months of the coming year is: Each drum of industrial solvent takes 0.3 direct labor hours.
|
|
What is the average amount of receivables
: Snider sells on tmrs of 2/10, net 45. Total sales for the year are $1,500,000. 30% pay on the 10th day, 70% - on the 50th. What is the day’s sale outstanding? What is the average amount of receivables? What would have to average receivables if Snider..
|