Bioethics:
An Interdisciplinary Elective for Seniors
1
credit, wt. 1.05 Prerequisite:
Two years of regents science Modern
biotechnology is as controversial as it is promising. Teaching the associated
ethical issues can help engage students to learn the relevant science concepts
and to learn the skills necessary to contribute to ongoing social dialogue about
science and society. Topics may include an overview of ethical controversies
about biotechnology and specific ethical issues in plant, animal, and human
biotechnology. Possible topics include:
Stem Cell Webquest http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/whatissc/ Why is it called a stem cell? What can a stem cell become? What is differentiation? What signals it? Go to the differentiation "booth" and select three different types of cells and view the animations.
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/sctypes/
What is a totipotent stem cell? What is a plutipotent stem cell? Define fetus. What are fetal stem cells? What are umbilical cord stem cells? What are they capable of doing? What are adult stem cells? Review the types of stem cells and take the Lab Coat Quiz! How did you do?
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/scresearch/
What is the goal of stem cell research? How would stem cell therapy work? http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/scsuccess/
Describe the procedure one would use to treat Parkinson’s disease with stem cells.
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/sctoday/
Describe how stem cells are used in each of the following: · Adult Stem Cell Transplant: Bone Marrow Stem Cells· Adult Stem Cell Transplant: Peripheral Blood Stem Cells· Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplant
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/stemcells/scissues/
What must be considered when using stem cell therapy? What are the ethical, legal and social issues associated with stem cell therapy?
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