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In my biology class, we learned that reproductive cloning creates an exact copy of an entire organism. The most famous example is Dolly the sheep! It's mind-blowing to think that scientists used a mature cell from an adult sheep to create her. Makes me wonder if we could clone endangered Hungarian species like the Great Bustard 🤔

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Just finished reading about therapeutic cloning - it's used to create embryonic stem cells for medical treatments. The stem cells are genetic matches to the patient, reducing rejection risks. Our university hospital in Budapest is actually doing research on this! Really exciting stuff for treating diseases.

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Gene cloning is different from organism cloning! It's about copying specific genes or DNA segments. We did a simple DNA extraction experiment in our lab last week - nothing as complex as actual gene cloning, but it helped me understand the basics. Scientists use this to study genetic diseases and create medicines.

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Today in class we discussed how cloning could revolutionize medicine! Imagine having replacement organs that are perfect genetic matches - no more waiting for donors. Some Hungarian researchers are working on cloning pancreatic cells for diabetes treatment. The possibilities are endless! 🧬🏥

Medical Advancements

Organ Transplantation – Cloning can be used to grow organs that are genetically identical to a patient, reducing the risk of rejection.

Stem Cell Research – Cloned embryos can provide stem cells for treating diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes.

Drug Testing – Cloned cells can be used to test new drugs, making experiments more reliable.

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Just read about how cloning might save endangered species! This hits close to home because Hungary has several endangered species. Scientists could potentially create genetic copies to boost population numbers. Though our professor says it's not a replacement for protecting natural habitats.

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Why Can’t We Clone Endangered Species to Save Them?

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Our agricultural science department showed us how cloning helps create better crops and livestock. They're working on cloning cattle with better disease resistance. As someone from a country with strong agricultural traditions, I can see how this could help our farmers! 🐄🌾

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Had a heated debate in class about cloning risks. Many cloned animals have health problems and shorter lifespans. Our professor mentioned that Dolly the sheep died young. Plus, the success rate is super low - most cloning attempts fail. Kind of scary when you think about it... 😟

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We had a philosophy class discussion about the ethics of human cloning. Is it playing God? What about clone rights? As a Catholic country, Hungary has strict laws about genetic research. Really makes you think about where we should draw the line... 🤔

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Week7 Part2 Two Purposes of Cloning and Ethical Controversy

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Just finished an environmental science project about cloning's ecological impact. If we clone 'perfect' animals or plants, we might reduce genetic diversity. Nature needs variety to adapt and survive! Plus, what if cloned organisms affect natural ecosystems?

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Reading Brave New World for English class - the Bokanovsky's Process is basically mass human cloning! It's creepy how Huxley predicted cloning technology way back in 1932. The book shows humans being cloned into different social classes. Feels dystopian but also weirdly relevant... 📚

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Comparing Brave New World to real cloning technology for my literature essay. While we can't mass-produce humans (thankfully!), some of the book's warnings about genetic engineering feel important today. Should we limit cloning technology? Who should control it? 🌍

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Brave New World - The World State's Manufacturing of Humans - Ch. 1 Analysis

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Our science club discussed future cloning technologies! Scientists are working on better cloning methods using CRISPR gene editing. Some Hungarian biotech startups are involved in this research. Wonder if I'll work in this field someday! 🔬

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Just watched a presentation about using cloning for space colonization! Scientists think we might need to clone plants and animals to survive on Mars. Sounds like sci-fi but it's real science. Maybe Hungarian scientists will contribute to space colonization through cloning research! 🚀

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[Scene: A cozy café, two friends—Alex and Jordan—are sipping coffee and chatting.]

Alex: You ever think about how weird cloning is? Like, imagine if there was another me just walking around.

Jordan: [laughs] Oh man, the world can barely handle one of you. Two? That’s a disaster waiting to happen.

Alex: Rude. But seriously, would it even be me? Or just someone who looks like me?

Jordan: I think it’d be more like a twin born at a different time. They’d have your DNA, but they wouldn’t have your memories or personality.

Alex: Right, so they wouldn’t automatically know how to make my perfect cup of coffee?

Jordan: Nope. You’d have to teach them. Imagine that—training your own clone to be you.

Alex: That’s too much responsibility. What if they turn out better than me? Like, more productive, more charming—

Jordan: That’s not a high bar.

Alex: Wow. Okay. But, for real, cloning seems cool in theory, but it raises so many questions. Like, do they have the same rights as us?

Jordan: They’d be a person, right? So, yeah, they should. But I bet society would struggle with it. People freak out over way smaller things.

Alex: Yeah, and then there’s the whole “playing God” debate. Some folks would never accept it.

Jordan: True. But honestly, if I could clone myself just to do all my work while I relax, I’d be tempted.

Alex: You’d have to pay them, though. Otherwise, that’s just slavery.

Jordan: [groans] Ugh, even my clone wants fair wages. This is too complicated. Let’s just stick to coffee.

Alex: Agreed. One of me is enough work already.

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