Hot Topics in Genetics

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                

Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)

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