TRAIN Scholar Sierra Lewis' Blog

  Bacteria, often overlooked due to their microscopic stature, occupy a pivotal role in the tapestry of science, biotechnology, and the natural world. Central to their contributions is the process of genetic transformation, an intricate biological phenomenon. Genetic transformation entails the deliberate introduction of foreign genetic material, such as plasmids or DNA fragments, into bacterial cells, instigating profound alterations in their genetic makeup. These molecular orchestrations bestow upon bacteria new traits and functions, endowing them unprecedented capabilities. Notably, transformation techniques form the bedrock of genetic engineering and microbiology, serving as the cornerstone for a plethora of applications that traverse boundaries.  In the pursuit of answers, hypotheses materialize. Drawing from existing knowledge and scientific theories, one may hypothesize that genetically transformed bacteria possess the capacity to pass on their genetic modifications to t...