Timeline of Genetic Engenering

Gene Cloning

Jul 10, 1970

Restirction nucleases are discovered creating a discovery for gene cloning.
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DNA Composition

Apr 10, 1972

DNA composition of humans was found to be about 99 % similar to chimps and gorillas.
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Cut & Paste DNA

Mar 11, 1973

Stanley Cohen and Herbert Boyer figured out how to cut and paste DNA to reproduce new DNA.
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First monoclonal antibodies are produced.

Jun 8, 1975

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The first gene-synthesizing machine is created.

Aug 7, 1980

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DNA fingerprinting technique is formed.

Jul 13, 1984

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Enviroment Protection Agency approves first genetically engenered crop.

Sep 6, 1986

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First trails of genetically altered bacteria.

Jan 18, 1987

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First Federally approved gene treatment is performed.

Nov 21, 1990

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