An international research effort to sequence and map all of the genes (genome) of humans. Since the start of the Human Genome Project's establishment, thousands of genetic disorders have been linked to their specific gene sequences allowing for specific, helpful treatments and allowed us to better understand our genetics as a whole. In accordance with this, the "good" genes can be separated from the "bad" genes. However, the ethical controversy lies with this mindset in the sense that, who is really the decider or which genes are "good" and which genes are "bad"? For example, in a highly, extreme, conservative time period, could different sexual preferences be considered a "bad gene" and have our personal genome altered? The Human Genome Project tries to address the situations and enforce regulations accordingly as discussed in this link.
Sneha, through the link that you provided I was able to get a much more clearer understanding of human genome projects. It is honestly astonishing to see how found medical science has come. The ramifications of Genome research is quite clear. If it can open the door for proper treatments regarding disorders, than one can only hope the research can prosper.
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