The Incredible Human Genome Project: Brilliant Stem Cell Research – The Marvelous Promise to Cure Degenerative Diseases and Genetic Disorders
The human Genome and stem cell research projects hold out a marvelous promise for mankind, not only do they offer protection against; but they also promise to reverse the effects of so many of the once incurable diseases such as Parkinson, Alzheimer, Huntington, Sickle cell, Leukemia, Cancer, AIDS among others.
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What is the Human Genome Project?
It is a type of genetic engineering in which scientists study the behavior of the genes, then, collect and record data about the entire set of these genes (100,000 within each DNA): then making it available so doctors can use the data in deciphering treatment that will reverse the effects of several of the incurable diseases that we see today: such as Parkinson, Alzheimer, diabetes, sickle cell, Leukemia, breast and prostrate cancer, AIDS etc.
How does it Work?
To be effective the scientists must find out the precise order, and location in which the 100,000 genes are positioned within the 23 pairs of chromosomes and DNA of each cell. And as they find the different genes types that are responsible for the genetic disorder, they pinpoint their position; and channel the information into a powerful computer database. The data can then be used to produce a type of genetic profile. This allows doctors to decipher with greater accuracy, which type of drug or therapy is most suited for the particular profile of his /her patient; it also makes it possible for them to start their therapeutical treatment while the data for other genes is still being catalogued.
So far, they have collected and catalogued information on millions of these genes. If fact, most obstetricians have already started to use the data in treating their patients. For example: in their prenatal testing, they have developed advanced techniques that have pinpointed sickle cell anemia, and spina-bifida among several other types of embryonic genetic disorders, and the findings are sometimes as early as 6 weeks into the pregnancy. Then the ability to prescribe the treatment allows the parents-to-be the option of starting corrective therapy during the embryonic / fetal stages, and thereby increasing the effectiveness of the therapy.
The Stem Cell Research is related to the Human genome project in that it can be used to supply the treatment needed to fix the defective gene identified in the G. study.
What Does the Stem Cell Actually Do?
In this study the scientific researchers remove cells from an organ: such as the liver or the spleen for that matter. Then with the aid of biochemicals, they are able to manipulate and tweak the cell causing it to develop into many different types, (specialized types, unspecified type,) depending on what types are needed to replace the defective ones.
“This is a giant leap for mankind and another brilliant accomplishment for science” said New York Times in 2004. Even though both projects have their drawbacks in being very costly, they are still something worth waiting for because they promise not only protection against; but also to reverse the effects of so many of the once incurable diseases. So sufferers of Alzheimer, Huntington, Parkinson, Sickle cell, Leukemia, diabetes, cancer can start looking up, because medical cure is straight ahead.
Another amazing feature and benefit of these projects is that, doctors can test to find out what is a person’s risk of contracting a particular type of illness or, the risk factor of passing it on to their offspring; having identified their risk, Non-suffers or people who have a family history of a particular genetic disorder do not have to wait until the disease strikes. They can start now by having their genetic profile checked and have their doctor work out the treatment that would be best suited for them well in advance. So if or when the disease strikes, they are well ahead of it.
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42 Responses to “The Incredible Human Genome Project: Brilliant Stem Cell Research – The Marvelous Promise to Cure Degenerative Diseases and Genetic Disorders”
On March 3, 2009 at 8:46 am
Hi Monica,
This is well written, informative and the visuals are PERFECT.
On March 3, 2009 at 1:29 pm
A great advance for mankind. This is abeautifully written and illustrated article. So well done.
Christine
On March 3, 2009 at 3:01 pm
MAN PROPOSES AND GOD DISPOSES
we all thought and rightly too that AIDS will have no cure, you know better to day.
Genomes are the order of the day, why cant u think of importing life from over populated places like India and China and spend more money on living people, those below the poverty lines and then we should all accept genes also are susceptible to mutation and change.
But we should not shudder and keep playing the genome game
LH
On March 3, 2009 at 4:27 pm
very well done.thank you so much for all your great work
On March 3, 2009 at 5:24 pm
Very informative. I knew a little of this topic before but as of press time, new learning takes place. Thanks for sharing.
On March 3, 2009 at 6:04 pm
Very interesting. Great writing.
On March 3, 2009 at 6:25 pm
whats a nanometer?
jw.
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On March 3, 2009 at 6:26 pm
Hi MOnica, that’s great. very informative.
thanks for sharing this read
On March 3, 2009 at 7:11 pm
Stem cell transplantation is a great scientific advancement. However, it has to be done with proper caution as this can trigger abnormal cell growths too which may be cancerous, as the recently reported case in Israel. Thanks for sharing. This is a well-researched and well-written post.
On March 3, 2009 at 7:32 pm
hi monica,
i didnt understand all of it but it was very well written.
On March 3, 2009 at 7:37 pm
THAT WAS WELL PUT TOGETHER! A LOT OF INFORMATION I DID NOT KNOW ABOUT….GREAT RESEARCH!
On March 3, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Great info and great research for mankind.
On March 3, 2009 at 7:51 pm
Great information that most people don’t know about.
On March 3, 2009 at 8:47 pm
A very interesting subject. Mankind will benefit greatly from this project.
On March 3, 2009 at 9:09 pm
It is a wonderful thing. More luck to all the scientists.
On March 3, 2009 at 9:21 pm
I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you my friends for your kind, encouraging post. But like some of you have pointed out, we must still approach the unknown with care and caution. However we have come a very long way, using the resources, and marvellous brain capacity with which our creator has endowed us. Thanks again for your support.
Monica
On March 3, 2009 at 10:25 pm
This research will greatly contribute to mankind. And if it becomes successful this will be another medical milestone.
On March 4, 2009 at 1:58 am
Monica,to be completely honest,I’ve been very interested in this stem cell research since it was first discussed and debated publicly,But I’m not so sure it’s such a good idea,I haven’t really made up my mind.Messing with mother nature and God’s handiwork makes me a little nervous,I think this can cause some distortions in cell development,also If they can clone an animal,you know secretly in some government science lab they are trying to clone people.I believe this is how governments have always been.If people or personalities are cloned think of the damage that could be the result of some mad man leader of the military in any said country.My vote is still out on this one.
On March 4, 2009 at 3:32 am
Very well written and well-researched! My view on this topic would be similar to BoJack454’s. =)
On March 4, 2009 at 3:50 am
Very good research and you ve explained everything in a clear, readable manner.Excellent!
On March 4, 2009 at 4:50 am
Excellent! That was really excellent! Very well written piece and very informative article abt diseases. Must read. Well done and thanks for sharing
On March 4, 2009 at 7:59 am
Fantastic article with loads of information, Monica… Well written… May good things happen to humankind…
On March 4, 2009 at 10:31 am
Thanks again my frienda for your comments. I can understand that some of you will have reservation on the topic, and that is okay. However I still want you to know what I found out after researching a topic that captured my interest. It allows everyone to see what is available in terms of treating their illnesses.
Monica
On March 4, 2009 at 12:48 pm
Nice! I wish they can find the cure for cancer! It’s killing us all.. nice article!
On March 4, 2009 at 12:56 pm
a very interesting and well-researched article. Your article will be of good help to mankind.
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On March 4, 2009 at 5:19 pm
Monica…great job! Well written and a great read about a very interesting topic!
On March 4, 2009 at 5:29 pm
Great article. Not many of us that don’t suffer or have friends or family that suffer from one of the incurables that will benefit greatly from this research. Parkinsons and psoriasis as the two that I regularly look for the latest news on. I just hope that the knowledge remains with those looking to cure, and is not siezed by those that will use it to kill or create monsters. Chilling thoughts…. Good, thought provoking article. Thanks. Aldrin
You might want to read it through a couple more times to iron out some minor errors, but as I say to everyone on here, I’m no expert…believe me… 
On March 4, 2009 at 11:50 pm
You have written in simple words so that everyone can understand a not-so-easy technical subject. Well done.
On March 5, 2009 at 4:48 pm
Well put together article. You spent some quality time on this. Well done..
On March 9, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Good article, subject matter very interesting. Great pictures etc. I know you put some time into this!
Write on!
Jade Brooks
On March 11, 2009 at 10:13 am
I don’t know much about this topic. However, I enjoyed reading it and learning a little about it. Thanks for sharing, it is very informative.
On March 13, 2009 at 12:59 am
Your article is scientifically great. Well composed. This will draw many reviews! I agree with the stem cell plan..I am concerned with where the stem cells come from. Scientist have more options than live embryos. I can’t agree with killing babies. We have plenty of placentas and umbilical cords. I’m curious with where this may lead us. KN
On March 15, 2009 at 10:13 am
Great read. Loved the article.
On March 15, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Very informative article
On March 17, 2009 at 1:15 am
this is awsome…
On March 21, 2009 at 11:56 pm
Let’s hope this marvelous scientific research leads to some important cures.
On March 30, 2009 at 7:44 pm
Very informative and well illustrated. This is really interesting stuff! Well written too.
On July 22, 2009 at 7:28 am
I was under the impression the initial estimates of the total number of genes being 80,000-140,000 genes had been changed drastically by the end of the human genome project to be 20,000-30,000 genes? I think i must have misunderstood something, could somebody please explain where I’ve gone wrong?
On July 22, 2009 at 7:48 am
just one other thing, for people who are worried about cloning humans and that somebody somewhere will try and clone hitler or have some equally silly idea of bringing back a dictator, don’t worry. it’s not possible to bring people back from the dead. clones will only have the same genetic make-up – not the same life experiences. identical twins are clones. they occur when a fertilised egg splits into two blastocysts during early stages of mitosis. they have the same DNA, but the environment treats each individual separately so they become unique and different people. if someone, for example, managed to clone hitler, they would only end up with a person who looked like him and had a similar METHOD of thinking. not neccessarily someone who would want to dominate races, but perhaps someone good at taking responsibility and leading iniatives in drastic new ideas? as for the concerns of premature ageing in clones, they dont age prematurely. they are the age of the cell the nucleus is taken from. we age because our cells are constantly dividing, replicating and replacing themselves and, over time, due to the law of averages, mistakes in copying the huge genetic code they have to copy will inevitably be made. so if the cell the nucleus is taken from is from a 10 year old organism, that cell has already undergone 10 years of division and replication in which to make mistakes and age. i am failing to see why so many people cannot seem to understand and grasp the concept that no two organisms will be 100% identical. all humans share 99.9% of the human genome anyway so we’re all pretty close aren’t we?
On October 30, 2009 at 9:12 am
Highly informative scientific article.
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