The Science of genetic research started in 1866 with Gregor Mendel's publication about his findings. The units he describes in his book are known now as genes.

15 to 20 years ago, global research began for detailed blueprints of the complex genetic code, the 'Human Genome Project'. The database of the human genomes helps to create new therapies to cure or eliminate inherited disorders but creates also complex ethical discussions and fear about a new world of designer babies.

After the events of 11 September 2001 the global fusion slittered into a 'clash of civilization'? Global scientific researchers are not on the first page of the News anymore, Gott /god /allah is in everyone's speech.

ForGOTTen 2001 questions the position of the human being in this century.