SUPER MICE 
The ability to regenerate vital organs and body parts in mammals is but a mere dream, or so we think:
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Although testing is still in early stages, tails and internal organs have been regrown and repaired. The astonishing yet frightening thing is that these mice are able to pass down their regenerative abilities to viable offspring. This was found to be the case with interbreeding with ‘normal’ mice.
‘The research team is working hard to find out what it is that is different about the genetic makeup of these amazing mice that gives them this power to regrow body parts. If they can find the key, they think it may be possible for humans to adopt similar abilities.’(Donahue, 2005)
Imagine the catastrophic outcomes of these mice being released into the wild. The survival rate of the mouse population would skyrocket, leading to overpopulation and the destruction of crops and many lives.
Even though this new research is only in its early stages, one cannot help but to think about applying this genetic engineering to humans. To convert the regenerative abilities to humans would be morally and ethically wrong.
Although this may be seen as ethically wrong, it may be possible to turn this research into a positive breakthrough for future medical advancements. An example may be the possibility of regenerating a liver (or other vital organs) which have been severely damaged by cancer.
Before any experimentation on humans can proceed, the effects this technology may have on the surrounding environments must be considered.
Toying with the natural processes of life and death may throw out the little balance there is in our seemingly brittle biosphere.
Donahue, James, 2005
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Connor, Steve,2007 Independent.
