Prompt I: Explain feelings about GMO food. Are you surprised that you eat so much of it? Do you think that it should be labeled? Why or why not? Should we continue to use biotechnology to alter plants and animals to eat or should we look for other alternatives? Remember to think about the need to feed the additional 1-2 billion people the world will likely add to its population by 2050.
Prompt II: It is the year 2040, and you are an active and caring parent and spouse. With your spouse, you are raising two young children. You unexpectedly learn that you have a debilitating illness that leaves you only six months to live. The doctor suggests that you consider cloning which is now safe and while still experimental, is allowed in medical cases such as yours and will be completely paid for. Would you consider this option? Why or why not?
Here is a link that may provide you additional thoughts about this question. https://www.livescience.com/why-no-human-cloning
Prompt III: Answer these questions about nanotechnology.
i. What are two different ways that nanotechnology is used for automobiles?
ii. Name three different ways nanotechnology is used in food and beverage products.
iii. What are three clothing items that use nanotechnology?
iv. What are two special products and advantages that nanotechnology will likely bring to medicine? Would you use these personally or for your family? Why or why not?