Bioethics and Biotechnology

Abstract

Bioethics is a word which generally is used in technological developments relating to biology. Especially as the topic suggests, the ethical issues raised in the changes brought about by the Biotechnological advancements. It deals with the study of ethical issues arising from advances in the field of medicine, science and technology. It proposes the discussion about moral discernment in society and it is often related to medical policy and practice, but also to broader questions as environment, well-being and public health. Bioethics is concerned with the ethical questions that arise in the relationships among life sciences, biotechnology, medicine, politics, law, and philosophy, being an in-separable part of today’s innovations and advancements. Bioethics word was first coined by a Pastor Mr. Fritz Zahr in 1927. Biotechnology is the application of biological science and engineering to produce new products and services. It has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives, from the way we get food to the way we treat diseases. However, it also raises several ethical concerns, which need to be carefully considered as biotechnology develops. With so much development and change in the new world relating to biotechnology there are always pressable bioethics issues anticipated. As biotechnology has advanced it has given many useful products and promises for a better and sustainable future but has also raised many unanswered questions with it. In this topic we are going to discuss the ethical issues relating to Biotechnology, the benefits of it and specific ways in which biotechnology is likely to shape the future of society. Further we will discuss the ethical principles which are likely to impact the future of Biotechnology.