Does gene technology have implications on society?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the implications of gene technology on society, exploring various perspectives on its effects and ethical considerations. Participants touch on specific examples, such as genetically modified organisms, and raise questions about health and environmental impacts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asserts that gene technology clearly has implications for society.
  • Another participant references a specific example of genetically modified fish that glow, questioning the health effects on humans who might consume them if released into the natural environment.
  • A participant asks for more specific aspects of gene technology that others might be considering.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying levels of certainty about the implications of gene technology, with some agreeing on its significance while others seek clarification on specific aspects, indicating that the discussion remains unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not yet defined specific parameters or assumptions regarding the implications of gene technology, and the health effects mentioned remain speculative.

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Does gene technology have implications on society?

what do you people think?
 
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What do you think of more specifically ?
 
I have watched a TV program about how people inject chemical substances into a fish so that it shines like a little torch in water at night, and how they change the fish's gene to turn them shiny.
A question is if those fish are out into natural environment and someone eats them, how healthy will he be ?
:-)
 
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