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Genetic engineering alters the genetic make-up of an organism using techniques that remove heritable material or that introduces DNA prepared outside the organism either directly into the host or into a cell that is then fused or hybridized with the host. Genetic engineering alters the genetic make-up of an organism using techniques that remove her... itable material or that introduces DNA prepared outside the organism either directly into the host or into a cell that is then fused or hybridized with the host. Genetic engineering techniques have been applied in numerous fields including research, agriculture, industrial biotechnology, and medicine. Enzymes used in laundry detergent and medicines such as insulin and human growth hormone are now manufactured in GM cells, experimental GM cell lines and GM animals such as mice or zebrafish are being used for research purposes, and genetically modified crops have been commercialized. As we all know, genes are the carriers of human genetic information, and to a great extent determine human traits, behaviors, health, disease, appearance, and even personality. Therefore, genetic data is extremely valuable for both individuals and the whole as human race. Genetic data can help users predict diseases, assess nutritional needs and avoid ineffective drug treatment. Also, it can be used to screen genetic defects and cancers, diagnose incurable diseases, and identify and authenticate peoples identities. Furthermore, genetic data is the basis for the study of disease mechanisms and the research and development of new treatments and drugs. It is safe to say that genetic data not only promotes the development of life sciences but also are capable of changing the health, medical, nutrition, insurance, and financial industries. As a matter of fact, the value of genetic data is conditional on three factors: the amount of genetic data, the number of users, and whether it has a full range of phenotypic data. The value that 100,000 genomic users bring is not 10 times as large as the ...Read More