GATTACA Project: The relationship between ethics and genes
Question 1
Analyze and evaluate the ethical implications of genetically altering and selecting humans in a persuasive essay, considering both the advantages and disadvantages of this practice.
i. Explore the character of Vincent in Gattaca and discuss how his approach to challenges, such as not leaving anything in the tank, reflects his potential and desire to succeed.
ii. Choose a character from GATTACA. Which one do you identify with the most and why?
iii. Research recent breakthroughs in human genetics since the release of Gattaca in 1997 to identify advancements that bring scientists closer to achieving genetic alteration and selection depicted in the film. (Google: Human Genetic Breakthrough).
iv.Explore the connection between the movie's title, GATTACA, and its relation to genetics.
Each description should have AT LEAST 1 paragraph. Cite your sources.
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