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Fixing the Code: Genetically Engineering DNA to Cure Disease
Grades 10-12
Advances in biotechnology are creating new approaches to treating serious illnesses and injuries. At the same time, emerging treatments can raise ethical questions about how research is conducted, who has access to new technologies and how potential benefits are weighed against possible risks. This lesson examines the scientific, ethical and social considerations involved in developing medical treatments and explores their consequences for individuals and society.
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