This timely volume explores the controversial subject of genetic engineering, by placing expert opinions in a unique pro versus con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. Readers will evaluate the benefits and risks of genetic engineering, and the environmental impact of genetic engineering. They will explore the pros and cons of regulation of genetic engineering. Stellar essay sources include Barack Obama, Union of Concerned Scientists, Chuck Norris, and S. Matthew Liao.