A World of Species When it comes to the topic of genetic modification, there is debate as to whether or not it should be allowed. But where this agreement generally ends is on the question of whether or not science should be capable of improving human life. While some are convinced that genetic modification can help cure diseases, others argue that it should not be used to enhance a child's abilities. My view, however, is that genetic modification should not be used to prevent disease or to alter a child's physical or mental abilities. David Koespell, professor of philosophy at the State University of New York at Buffalo, says: “Humans have been involved in the natural order of themselves, and genetic engineering is another way. Lee M. Silver, a microbiologist at Princeton University, says: "Humans would be two distinct species, related as humans and chimpanzees are today, and equally incapable of interbreeding" (quoted in Engdahl). Basically, Silver is saying that humans will become different from each other. People have 46 chromosomes, those who choose to have their children would have 48 extra traits, this scientist will have to figure out where to adapt them. (Engdahl) It's bad enough that we already live in a world where people are distinguished by their race, color or nationality. Genetic modification will just add another category for people to worry about. Not only will people have a new category to worry about, but not all parents will be able to afford to genetically modify their children. Children who are changed will feel superior to those who are not. Although genetic modification seems like a good idea to improve a child's health or abilities, parents should also consider the reverse effect it may produce. Silver says: “It is already possible to insert DNA into mice, pigs and sheep. The obstacles to their insertion in humans are mainly technical. At this stage of human knowledge, this could lead to a mutation” (quoted in English). Basically, Silver is saying that although scientists have successfully inserted DNA into animals to gain certain abilities, or even try to cure certain diseases, scientists have not developed enough knowledge to insert the same DNA into animals. humans. Since scientists do not have enough knowledge to achieve this, during this process of finding a way to insert foreign DNA, it can cause physical characteristics. During this process of finding a way to insert foreign DNA, many children will be used as research projects. As with any research project, many things can go wrong during this project.