Please read the following items (located in the ) which highlight techniques used in healing, fueling, and healing the world through biotechnology:
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Techniques
- Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology Techniques
Initial response due by Saturday, 11:59 PM, EST:
For the initial response in this discussion, please complete the following:
- Choose a specific area of application of biotechnology from the graphic above.
- Identify and share a specific application of a molecular biology concept and/or biotechnology technique that is utilized within the area of biotechnology you chose. You may use the concepts and techniques from the presentation or from the course module to assist you with this part of the discussion.
- Identify and explain the pros and cons of the specific use of biotechnology in the specific area you chose.
- After considering the pros and cons of your chosen biotechnology application, please complete your initial response by answering this question: Just because we can, should we?
- YOU MAY REPEAT AN AREA OF BIOTECHNOLOGY, BUT YOU MAY NOT REPEAT A TECHNIQUE WITHIN THAT AREA ALREADY CHOSEN BY A CLASSMATE. PLEASE BE SURE TO READ PREVIOUS POSTS SO YOU WILL KNOW WHICH TECHNIQUES HAVE ALREADY BEEN USED. IF YOU REPEAT A TECHNIQUE, YOU WILL LOSE POINTS FOR YOUR INITIAL RESPONSE.
- You must use and cite at least two references to support your response.
- The initial response must be written in your own words and contain at least 100 words.
- Please be mindful of grammatical errors.
- Please label your response with your first name, last name initial and your chosen area of biotechnology and the molecular biology technique. For example: Sharon B. – Medical, CRISPR-Cas9

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