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There are several advancements in biotechnology that are within the realm of possibility for the future. The primary four are as follows:
There are several 'advancements' in biotechnology that are within the realm of possibility for the future. The primary four are as follows:


*Increasing Knowledge About the Brain and the Biological Sources of Human Behavior
*Increasing Knowledge About the Brain and the Biological Sources of Human Behavior
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<h2> Problems </h2>
<h2> Problems </h2>


*Human Rights
*The Blurry Line Between Fixing and Improving


*Human Nature
*'Gen-Classes,' Human Rights, and Equality
 
*Effects of Altering Human Nature


*Human Dignity
*Human Dignity




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Possibilities

There are several 'advancements' in biotechnology that are within the realm of possibility for the future. The primary four are as follows:

  • Increasing Knowledge About the Brain and the Biological Sources of Human Behavior
  • Neuropharmacology and the Manipulation of Emotions and Behavior
  • The Prolongation of Life
  • Genetic Engineering



Problems

  • The Blurry Line Between Fixing and Improving
  • 'Gen-Classes,' Human Rights, and Equality
  • Effects of Altering Human Nature
  • Human Dignity



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