Group project DUE: 3/19/2013
A Late Project will be reduced by 20% each day it is late.
Humans are constantly searching for ways to alter and improve the world. For thousands of years humans have prized
the biggest and best farm animals, the most disease resistant varieties of plants and animals, the cutest puppies and the
best watchdogs. Once a desirable trait in an organism has been produced, humans want to maintain that trait and pass
it on to future generations. Breeding techniques have been used for years, but with our new knowledge of DNA, DNA
replication, protein synthesis and new technologies, changes in organisms can be more dramatic and can occur more
rapidly.
Scientists have been successful in manipulating the DNA in bacterial cells and many plants and animals. There is no
doubt that there are many benefits of manipulating DNA in humans. There are diseases that may be treated, cured, or
even prevented. There are, however, serious ethical issues and possible “mistakes” that need to be considered as we
“create” new plants, animals, organs and humans! Sometimes humans, in our impatience, wish to speed up the
process or seek specific results. I want you to not only learn about the techniques involving genetic engineering but to
look at the positives and negatives of what is called biotechnology and genetic engineering.
Items to include in your 10-15 minute Presentation
1. Power Point is required and one other visual aid (posters, handouts, etc.).
Word searches are not accepted
2. Explain the history of your topic: Include information about any important scientists
that helped discover the revolutionary biotechnology concept
3. Define your chosen Biotechnology issue
4. Define the technique used in the biotechnology issue to alter genes
5. Discuss Pros and Cons of the issue
6. Provide examples
7. Include a minimum of 5 images about your topic that you will explain to the class
8. Presentation flows in a logical progression with clear transitions.
9. PowerPoint Slide Show enhances the presentation by including the following:
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TECHNIQUES (Ch 13)
Restriction Enzymes
Plasmid
Recombinant DNA
DNA Insertion
DNA Deletion
Transgenic Bacteria
Transgenic Plants
Transgenic Animals
There may be other
techniques used; the ones
listed here are located in
your text book. Describe
the technique that is most
common with your
group’s topic.
- between 10 and 20 slides
- slides use only key terms/ideas rather than long sentences or paragraphs to convey information
- font size (30 minimum), color, background color etc. makes information easy for all to read and understand.
- pictures and diagrams are used to illustrate topic (Not all slides require words...)
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A rule to follow with PP’s is 6 lines per slide, and no more than 6 words per line. Maximum 36 words
per slide.
10. Group members participate equally in the presentation
11. Presenters use good eye contact, voice variation, proper volume, and correct pronunciation to show knowledge of
material as well as maintain audience attention and interest (if you don’t know what a word means, look it up!).
12. PowerPoint title page includes name of topic and presenters names.
13. Students use PowerPoint as a clarification tool, not as a script that is read.
14. Must include 3 sources properly cited. Wikipedia is not a valid resource.
Remember any act of plagiarism will result in a zero  Do not cut copy and paste information off of the
internet to use as your own. Pictures may be used, but do not forget to cite your sources. Give proper credit!
Biotechnology Research Topics
What is Biotechnology? The world has witnessed extraordinary advances in science over
the last few decades. Biotechnology – one such area of growth – is a term covering a
broad range of scientific activities used in man sectors, such as food, health and
agriculture. It involves the use of living organisms or parts of living organisms to
provide new methods of production and the making of new products.
1. Transgenic Bacteria
2. Transgenic Animals
3. Gene Therapy
4. Adult Stem Cell Research
5. Embryonic Stem Cell Research
6. Tissue Engineering
7. Cloning
8. Animal Hybridization
9. Plant Hybridization
10. Biological Warfare
11. Environmentally Friendly Biofuels
13. Bioremediation
14. DNA Fingerprinting
15. Biopharmaceuticals
16. Alternative Energy sources
17. Monoclonal Antibody drugs on the market
Group project DUE: 3/19/2013
A Late Project will be reduced by 20% each day it is late.