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Will GMOs Hurt My Body? The Public’s Concerns and How Scientists Have...
by Megan L. Norris Summary: As the prevalence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) continues to rise, there has been an increasing public interest for information concerning the safety of these...
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Challenging Evolution: How GMOs Can Influence Genetic Diversity
by Heather Landry Summary: The vast diversity in gene sequences are what create the large variety of plants and animals we see today. Genetic diversity is crucial for adapting to new environments, as...
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The Patent Landscape of Genetically Modified Organisms
by Wen Zhou figures by Anna Maurer Summary: Among the many contentious issues related to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) under public discussion, legal issues are in the spotlight. There is...
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Good as Gold: Can Golden Rice and Other Biofortified Crops Prevent Malnutrition?
by Mary E. Gearing figures by Kristen Seim Summary: In addition to providing energy in the form of calories, our food also supplies us with essential vitamins and other nutrients to keep us healthy....
View ArticleCanadians bringing genetically modified salmon to their tables
While Americans are still debating the merits and potential drawbacks of using genetically modified (GM) food sources, Canadians are taking the leap and opening their kitchens to the next frontier in...
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Arctic Apples: A fresh new take on genetic engineering
by Allison Baker figures by Lillian Horin The Arctic apple is the juiciest newcomer to produce aisles. It has the special ability to resist browning after being cut (Figure 1), which protects its...
View ArticleScientists have created sheep that are 0.01% human
For as long as humans have conceived of making hybrid organisms, an ethical debate has been waged over whether or not we should. The pros and cons are vast and poignant. Each new scientific advancement...
View ArticleThirsty Plants: Can plants be genetically modified to need less water?
In order to feed every human being on the planet by 2050, the world will need to produce far more food. One difficulty farmers face is finding enough fresh water. A group of scientists led by Katarzyna...
View ArticleSpeedy Plants for Improving Food Production Efficiency
Improving the efficiency of food production is an important concern that is expected to grow in severity in coming years, with nearly half of the freshwater basins in the United States expected to be...
View ArticleAlbino Lizards are the First Ever Genome Edited Reptiles
Since it burst onto the scene in 2012, genome editing with CRISPR has opened up a world of possibilities in medicine and engineering, from the production of biofuels to the treatment of genetic...
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