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Atlas sports genetics, in Boulder, Colorado, is using genetic testing to the fullest. They are able to administer simple DNA tests to small children, and in return they can tell what sports the children will excel at. The gene that Atlas Sports tests for is ACTN3. This gene can tell whether or not the child will better at speed and power sports, or endurance sports. | Atlas sports genetics, in Boulder, Colorado, is using genetic testing to the fullest. They are able to administer simple DNA tests to small children, and in return they can tell what sports the children will excel at. The gene that Atlas Sports tests for is ACTN3. This gene can tell whether or not the child will better at speed and power sports, or endurance sports. | ||
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http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/30/sports/30genetics.html?no_interstitial | |||
Revision as of 03:31, 2 December 2008
"Gattaca-like" Society
Overview
Even though a society exactly like the one featured in "Gattaca" cannot exist, we still do many things that share similar ideas used in "Gattaca". First off, the most obvious form of genectic manipulation/enhancement is anabolic steroids. Anabolic steroids are used by athletes and can temporarily increase size and strength. Other methods include genetic engineering and gene testing.
Gene Testing
Atlas sports genetics, in Boulder, Colorado, is using genetic testing to the fullest. They are able to administer simple DNA tests to small children, and in return they can tell what sports the children will excel at. The gene that Atlas Sports tests for is ACTN3. This gene can tell whether or not the child will better at speed and power sports, or endurance sports.
Bibliography
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/30/sports/30genetics.html?no_interstitial
