The Task: Create an informative and engaging blog post on your assigned topic in the field of genetics
Specifics:
Your post must address/include the following:
· A complete description of your topic with appropriate background information (note who your audience is- this needs to be thorough)
· A brief explanation of your topic on a molecular level (how is linked to protein synthesis or the cell cycle)
· A specific case study linked to your topic or current research/breakthroughs
· Explanation of potential future breakthroughs in the field
· Any ethical/moral issues related to your topic
You will be graded using the usual blog post rubric
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
Genetic cloning
Stem Cell Research
Behavioral Genetics
Gene Therapy
Personal Genome Project
Human Genome Project
Forensics
Genetically Modified Foods/Organisms
Genetic Testing
Genetics and the Law (Some Legislative Background)
HIV/AIDS Research
HPV Vaccine
Influenza Vaccine
