Learning Objectives

At the end of this lesson you should be able to:

  • Explain the function of promoters and coding regions
  • Explain the universality of the language of DNA and how it relates to proteins
  • Describe the scale at which changes are being made in genetic engineering
  • Identify where gene modification fits into the genetic engineering story
  • Predict the outcome of using various promoters
  • Explain how phosphorus waste from pigs is reduced