The debate over whether or not the use of genetic engineering in humans is ethical has been a highly controversial topic over the past two decades. While scientists can genetically manipulate genes to help cure genetic diseases, genetic engineering can also have undesirable consequences. Not only could genetic engineering physically harm humans, but it could also change the way we view other humans. Although the use of genetic engineering in humans can treat and cure certain diseases, genetic engineering is a discipline that should remain unexplored. Although scientists have successfully cured and treated many genetic diseases, many experts focus on the possible unknown effects of genetic engineering in humans. When testing genetic engineering on plants, scientists are able to eliminate any defective plant samples, whereas doing so with a genetically engineered human would be considered highly unethical (Clapper). The use of genetic engineering in our current society could lead to changes in our society's view of social status. People fear that the use of genetic manipulation in children encourages the undesirable attitude that children should be valued based on how they meet parental expectations rather than loved for their individual talents and personalities (Commission 28). If parents want to genetically modify their children to be exceptionally intelligent or athletic, it is possible for our society to begin loving their children solely for the talents for which they were chosen. If we suddenly have a surplus of geniuses, then being exceptionally intelligent will no longer be valued or held in high esteem. If everyone was as smart as Albert Einstein, no one would be... middle of paper... baby side. (Pray) » Although this couple's intention was not to make their child perfect, their request redefined the boundaries that separate serious genetic medical cases from diminishing the likelihood that a child will develop a disease. Although breast cancer is a serious illness, everyone has a chance of developing it during their lifetime. Works Cited Clapper, Rayshell. “Human Genetic Engineering: A Very Brief Introduction.” Red orbit. April 9, 2013. the web. February 19, 2014. National Bioethics Advisory Commission. “The risks of human cloning outweigh the benefits.” Biomedical ethics from opposing viewpoints. Ed. Tamara L. Roleff. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, Inc., 1998. 23-35. Print.Verhey, Allen. “Cloning would violate a person’s individuality.” Biomedical ethics from opposing viewpoints. Ed. Tamara L. Roleff. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, Inc., 1998. 40-44. Print.