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Who is the father of genetic engineering?

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Steward Linn
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Stanley Cohen
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Paul Berg
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Kary Mullis
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The correct option is A Paul Berg
In 1972, genetic engineering was started by Paul Berg. He was able to introduce a gene of the SV-40 virus into a bacterium with the help of lambda phage. Berg is often considered as "Father of genetic engineering". He was awarded Nobel Prize in 1980.
S0, the correct answer is 'Paul Berg'.

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