The Impact of Sequencing Human Genome on Genomic Food & Medicine

Abstract

This abstract describes the development of novel food and drug based on the genetic make-up individuals and their diseases. It also describes how sequencing of human genome help us design the most nutritious food for the burgeoning population of world. Regardless of race, religions or place of origin, sooner or later we all have to become vegetarians. Non-vegetarians eat meat because it contains, out of 20, eight essential amino acids in concentrated form. Genome sequencing have already identified all the essential amino acid Codons which could be spliced in the Rice, Corn or Wheat genomes. Genetic tools are now available to splice essential amino acids Codons into Rice Genome. Using the genetic tools, we have successfully spliced Beta Carotene gene into the Rice Genome to produce Golden Rice. Upon ingestion of the Golden Rice, Beta Carotene is converted to Vitamin A which prevents blindness in children. Based on the genetic make-up of the host cells, we will cut, paste and copy important genes to develop new food, new fuel, and new medicine to treat every disease known to mankind. Our future lies in Space. By 2024, we plan to land men on Mars. The inhabitants of Mars will grow genetically modified plants only. We will also discuss ethical issues based on the unintended consequences of genetic modification of our food and medicine.