Title
Faculty Advisor
Adams, David S.
Abstract
We examined the methods of creating transgenic animals, the reasons for doing so, and the resulting effect on society. The most common methods of making transgenic animals are described, and the transgenic animals created to date are categorized by purpose. Some myths about transgenic animals are dispelled, and the ethical criteria for determining whether such animals should be made are established. Three specific examples of ethical, difficult to determine, and non-ethical creations are analyzed for illustration.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
August 2006
Project Type
Interactive Qualifying Project
Copyright Statement
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Accessibility
Unrestricted
Advisor Department
Biology and Biotechnology