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To: Ilaine who wrote (41889)	11/17/1999 4:33:00 AM
From: nihil	Respond to of 71178

There is a high degree of genetic homology among mammals. It is possible to substitute genes from one mammal into another. We will manufacture human parts and pieces by implanting the appropriate genes into pigs or mice, and then back into humans. The human genome will be picked over and improved by introducing superior features for special purpose human beings. Maybe echolocation from a bat or dolphin, maybe lung capacity from the sperm whale. Creative breeding is no longer limited to the human gene pool. Regression toward the mean comes from unmatched genes x and y chromosomes. We will be able to pick and choose genes and sets of genes from Einstein and Marilyn Monroe. Creating the superman will not be restricted --- our perfect human can have a middle finger from a long-fingered lemur so it can scratch its back. What shall we do with our failures? My son is designing a monkeydog. This has all the loyalty and love of a dog and the dexterity and intelligence of a monkey. Everyone will want one. There's a long way to go before these two genomes ar sorted out. But I expect he will succeed within twenty years or so.