Bioengineering
Generally, progress is the process of improving over time, but as it relates to science, progress is the idea that science increases its problem-solving ability through the application of some scientific method. Overtime, science has indeed made tremendous progress through various analytical methods; one of the most controversial beings, ‘bioengineering’. Bioengineering is believed to be merely cloning, but bioengineering is specifically the application of sciences and engineering techniques that solve problems such as replacement of body parts, detection of diseases, and cloning. In recent years, there have been several cases where lives were saved due to the replacement of a dysfunctional body part. Early detection of diseases has also increased dramatically with the help of modern technology. I adamantly believe that bioengineering is extremely beneficial to the progress of our society, species, and/or culture, but like everything else in life it has a negative effect. Before bioengineering came into existence, dismemberment was the principal method used for controlling deformity and disease organs. Affected body parts had to be removed to avoid further progression of the disease. Patients no longer have to go through this torture. Malfunctioning body parts and tissues can now be replaced with an equivalent lab generated one through tissue engineering. Tissue engineering is a branch of scientific study that requires the use of stem cells or source cells from patients and biodegradable scaffolding. The cells are organized and cultured to form a functioning tissue which is then implanted into the patient. For example, someone who injured his or her neck in a car accident can benefit from tissue engineering through neck reconstruction surgery. Tissue engineering is expanding so rapidly, it has taken a role in bone and cartilage regeneration, skin and much more. Attempts have also been made to grow solid organs such as the lungs and the