Biology Quote by MJ Korvan
“Before genetic engineering starts threatening us, god must patent his stuff!”
About This Quote
Source Satire: Online Blog Post, 2015
If genetic engineering advances, divine creations might need legal protection, humorously suggesting divine patenting.
In simple terms: God might need patents for his creations.
Key Takeaway
Consider ethical limits of biotech.
Themes
science
ethics
humor
Mood
playful
critical
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- biotech research
- policy debates
- public discussions on gene editing
Key Concepts
patent law
genetic engineering
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical issues arise with gene editing?
- Should divine creations be owned?
A Different Perspective
Patents on natural phenomena are controversial.
![“The time to talk about it [genetic engineering to improve a baby's genes] in schools and churches and magazines and debate societies is now. If you wait, five years from now the gene doctor will be hanging out the MAKE A SMARTER BABY sign down the street.” quote by Arthur Caplan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/de9/arthur-caplan-37880_baby_the-time-to-talk-about-it-genetic-engine_204728.jpg)
