biotech_proj

=Unit 2 - Cell Division and Biotechnology Biology I**I**=

__Biotechnology Research Project__
See the finished projects! 1. To gain a better understanding of the interface between biology and technology and a better appreciation of the ethical complexities that can emerge from this area of science. 2. To develop research skills and critically evaluate sources of information. 3. To develop both technical/informative and personal/persuasive communication skills.
 * Objectives:**

1. A summary of the topic, including why it is relevant to society. 2. A detailed outline of the ways in which technology is used in your topic. 3. A discussion of the ethical considerations that exist within the field. What are the potential benefits and problems associated with this area of biotechnology?
 * Presentation of Research:** You are to design and create a “presentation” for the class that will cover the following details.

1. PowerPoint (stand-alone, running automatically) 2. Poster Display 3. Wiki or Web page 4. Video 5. Audio
 * Presentation Format Options:** You may present your findings in one of several formats including:

1. Genomics – Human and Comparative Genome Project - Cece 2. Proteomics – Human and Comparative Proteome Project - Kevin 3. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO’s) – focus on animals - Ji Young 4. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO’s) – focus on plants - Lil 5. Reproductive Cloning - Jong Hewk 6. Genetic Screening and Counseling - Angela 7. Stem Cells - Sugandah 8. Gene Therapy- Karen 9. “Designer” Babies: IVF and Pre-Implantation Genetic Screening - Carlynn
 * Topics:** You have been assigned one of the following topics: