EMBRADO,LYCA DANIELA A.

BSTM2

2022 ACTIVITY

Genetically Modified
Organisms

ADVANTAGES

#1
1. They provide more genetics-related
information.
-The mapping of GMO genetic material has increased our
understanding of genetic alterations and paved the way for
the enhancement of genes in crops to make them more
productive and safe to eat. Crops, for example, can be
engineered to withstand extreme temperatures or produce
higher yields, resulting in a higher level of genetic diversity
in climate-sensitive areas.
#2
2. They make it possible to make more extra income.
GMOs have become a very effective way for farmers to
increase their profits by allowing them to spend less time
managing their resources. It is also cost-effective because
these organisms are designed to be pest-resistant, which
eliminates the need for pesticides, resulting in greater
savings.
#3
3. They add to the value of crops.
Another compelling reason to grow GMO crops is that
they will provide increased nutritional value,
particularly to those who previously lacked essential
vitamins and minerals. Plant genes can be added to rice
or corn crops to increase their nutritional value, which
is especially beneficial in malnourished populations.
Furthermore, because GMOs are resistant to pests and
other plant diseases, farmers will be able to increase
crop yields without having to use pesticides.

#4 #5
They are known to decrease the They yield products that are
prices of food. found to be safe.

DISADVANTAGES

#1 #2 #3
The production imposes high risks to the It increases the cost of The transgenic crops
disruption of ecosystem and biodiversity cultivation and more inclined endanger not only farmers
because the “better” traits produced from
engineering genes can result in the favouring towards marketization of but also the trade, and the
of one organism. Hence, it can eventually farming that work on immoral environment as well.
disrupt the natural process of gene flow. profits.
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2022 ACTIVITY

DISADVANTAGES
#4 #5
They would make plants that leave
It is biologically altered. Hence, biotech foods unwanted residual effects to remain in
may pose a human health risk. the soil for a long period of time.

ASSESSMENT

Stem Cell Therapy vs Gene Therapy

Both Stem Cell and Gene Therapy, approaches have the potential to treat the
underlying cause of genetic and acquired diseases by replacing missing proteins
or cells and suppressing the expression of cell-toxic proteins. Cause, Cell therapy
is the transfer of cells to a patient, as opposed to gene therapy, which involves
the transfer of genetic material into the appropriate cells. The transfer of genetic
material, usually in the form of a carrier or vector, and the uptake of the gene
into the appropriate cells of the body constitute gene therapy. Because, The
transfer of cells with the appropriate function into the patient is known as cell
therapy.

Stem cell therapy, also known as tissue regeneration, uses stem cells or their
derivatives to promote the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional, or injured
tissue. It's the next step in organ transplantation, and it relies on cells rather than
donor organs, which are in short supply.
These stem cells are programmed to differentiate into specific cell types, such as
heart muscle cells, blood cells, or nerve cells.

Following that, the specialized cells can be implanted into a person. If a person
has heart disease, for example, the cells could be injected into the heart muscle.
The healthy heart muscle cells that were transplanted could then help to repair
damaged heart muscle.