A review of human genome project (HGP) from ethical perspectives. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 4 (12). pp. 125-132. ISSN 2313-3724 (2017)
Abstract
The human genome is the collection of DNA in the nucleus of human cells. It contains twenty-three pairs of chromosomes and serves as identification marks or blueprints. These distinct structures differentiate humans from other living organisms such as microorganisms, flora, and fauna. Despite this groundbreaking increase in human genetics knowledge, it has led to the emergence of complex ethical, legal and social issues particularly related to the Human Genome Project (HGP). Therefore, this paper intends to provide much deeper insights into the study of concepts, applications of modern genetics and human genetics issues that may arise in contemporary society and the Human Genome Project from ethical perspective in science. Apparently, this study employed descriptive literature review and the results show that the Human Genome Project has significantly increased the level of understanding of the basic damage or genetic defects, the structure of DNA, the identification of the position of all genes and human genome databases as well as HGP major contributions in the field of biology specifically in developmental biology and neurobiology. This indicates that the Human Genome Project has opened up a new era in modern biotechnology that may improve life quality of mankind. Nevertheless, the newfound genetic knowledge or any HGM-related research should be based on ethics known as ELSI (Ethical, Legal and Social Implications) so that it does not damage the population and the descendants of the human beings.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Keywords: | HGP, ELSI, Human Genetic |
| Taxonomy: | By Niche > Genome > Genomes By Niche > Genome > Human Genome |
| Local Content Hub: | Niche > Genome |
| Depositing User: | Hazrul Amir Tomyang (Puncak Alam) |
| Date Deposited: | 31 May 2023 09:07 |
| Last Modified: | 31 May 2023 09:07 |
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