Human Cloning – Another You
A College Project
Submitted as part of College Project
Abstract
This project explores the concept of human cloning, a groundbreaking field in modern
biotechnology that raises both scientific opportunities and ethical dilemmas. It covers the
fundamental science of cloning, historical milestones such as Dolly the Sheep, and the potential
applications of cloning in medicine, particularly in regenerative therapies and organ transplantation.
Furthermore, the report discusses the ethical, moral, and legal debates surrounding cloning,
highlighting the risks, challenges, and potential future directions in biotechnology.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Human cloning refers to the process of creating a genetically identical copy of a human being or
human cells. It is one of the most controversial yet fascinating areas of science. Cloning has been a
subject of debate since the cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996, which marked a major milestone in
biotechnology. This chapter introduces the basic concepts of cloning, the need to study it, and its
relevance in the modern world.
Figure 1: Diagram of DNA structure (example scientific diagram).
Chapter 2: The Science of Cloning
Cloning is based on the principles of genetics and molecular biology. The main types of cloning
include gene cloning, reproductive cloning, and therapeutic cloning. The most widely known method
is Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer (SCNT), where the nucleus of a somatic cell is transferred into an
egg cell that has had its nucleus removed. This process enables the creation of an organism
genetically identical to the donor. Stem cells play a crucial role in cloning, particularly in therapeutic
applications.
Figure 2: Schematic of Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer (SCNT).
References
Wilmut, I., Campbell, K. H., & Tudge, C. (2000). *The Second Creation: Dolly and the Age of
Biological Control*. Harvard University Press. National Human Genome Research Institute. (2023).
Cloning Fact Sheet. Trounson, A. (2001). Stem cells and cloning. *Nature, 414*(6859), 88-91.
UNESCO. (2004). *The Ethics of Cloning*.
