genetic engineering

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The truth behind GMOs

2018
An introduction to GMOs and the controversy around them.
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Genetically modified food

2015
A collection of essays that looks at issues related to genetically modified foods and provides varying perspectives on them.

Genetically engineered food

changing the nature of nature
2001

First fruit

the creation of the Flavr savr tomato and the birth of genetically engineered food
2001

Lords of the harvest

biotech, big money, and the future of food
2002
Explains how Monsanto, a chemical company, used three young scientists to create bioengineered plants in order to make more money, and discusses the negative effects their greed will have on the world's food supply.

Genetically engineered food

a self-defense guide for consumers
2000
Discusses some of the risks associated with genetically engineered food in terms of human health hazards, and outlines practical steps and strategies consumers can take to protect themselves from the possible dangers of foods derived from genetically modified organisms.

Critical perspectives on genetically modified crops and food

2006
A collection of articles and essays that explore the controversy surrounding the production and distribution of genetically modified crops and foods.

Lords of the harvest

biotech, big money, and the future of food
2001
Explains how Monsanto, a chemical company, used three young scientists to create bioengineered plants in order to make more money, and discusses the negative effects their greed will have on the world's food supply.

Genetically engineered foods

2006
Explains the science behind genetically engineered foods, discussing how new crops are developed by breeding and by genetic engineering, and examining the debate over whether genetically engineered foods are safe for humans.

Seeds for the future

the impact of genetically modified crops on the environment
2007

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