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A Review and Interpretation of Published Literature and Recent/current Research from the ESF 'Assessing the Impact of GM Plants' (ASIGM) Programme for the European Science Fountain and the European Environmental Agency
This study is about how the modified traits of GMOs can be transferred through pollination. At the beginning of the 21st century the EEA (European Economic Area) created a project for the ESF (European Science Foundation) to test which crops are more likely to transfer modified genes to other plants through pollination. -
PCR (polymerase chain reaction)
PCR (polymerase chain reaction) technology is a technique in molecular genetics that allows the analysis of any short sequence of DNA. Even in samples containing very little quantities of said DNA, researchers and scientists can duplicate and study the DNA. This journal entry explains how PCR technology has the ability to target incredibly specific genes in DNA. -
Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) Affinity Biosensor for Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) Detection.
Scientists have developed a DNA piezoelectric sensor that can detect and immobilize certain GMOs. Piezoelectric means that the material creates an electric charge in response to the mechanical stress being applied to it. The sensor uses a single strand DNA probe and immobilizes the probe on the sensor which is made up of a quartz crystal microbalance. -
The Influence of Scientists, Agricultural Advisors, and Farmers on Innovative Agrobiotechnology
Agrobiotechnology is the application of biotechnology on agriculture. It is an innovative and new field of science. This article explains the influence of different people groups in Poland on the field of agrobiotechnology including GMOs. -
Prospective Study of GMO in Korea: Harnessing GMO for Solving Problems of Climate Change
This journal article is about a study done on GMOs in the Republic of Korea. It links climate change and the use of GMOs to reduce the impact on the environment and society. The study shows how the use of genetically modified plants, designed to withstand harsh conditions as well as improved resource yield, can help reduce the negative effects of climate change -
Are GMOs Silent Killers or Silently Killed? Pros and Cons!
This article explains the pros and cons of GMOs in food production. Food production must be ramped up to 140% if humanity is to overcome the global population challenge.
