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GMOs and Food Safety Science of GMOs

Consumers continue to be concerned about both the food safety and the nutritional equivalence of GMO foods. In a 2015 Pew Research Center survey of consumers, 57% of adults believe that eating GMO foods is unsafe, while 37% say they believe it is generally safe. Yet, science continues to suggest that there is no substantiated evidence that GMO

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Do GMOs Harm Health

WebThe National Academy for Science, the United States’ number one source for independent, objective advice to the nation on matters of science and technology, concluded that …

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GMO Regulation Science of GMOs

WebThe FDA oversees the safety and proper labeling of all plant-derived food and feed, including those from genetically engineered products. All food or feed, including that …

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Gene Flow and Coexistence Science of GMOs

WebGene flow is defined as a change in the genes of a particular group of plants due to the movement of pollen, seed, or live plants carrying modified DNA sequences …

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Pharmaceutical Use of GMOs Science of GMOs

WebPharmaceutical Use of GMOs. Many pharmaceutical drugs in the form of complex proteins require 3D structures that are important for their functions. Animal cells …

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New Frontiers in Gene Editing Science of GMOs

WebGene editing allows scientists to manipulate an organism’s DNA, leading to produce that stays fresher longer, resists pests and viruses or results in higher nutritional content. One …

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GMO Labeling Science of GMOs

WebThe most prevalent voluntary label that firms use to communicate that their products are non-GE is the “Non-GMO Project Verified” label. Non-GMO Project Verified …

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About the Science of GMOs at UConn Science of GMOs

WebThe Science of GMOs is a website to share information on genetically modified organisms. UConn faculty and staff in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources …

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GMOs and Social Movements Science of GMOs

WebDo From Science to Society: Anti-GMOs, Anti-Vaccines, and the Metamorphosis of Social Movements. Amongst groups that denounce mainstream science on these issues, the …

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Let's Talk GMOs Online Course Science of GMOs

WebParticipants are introduced to the basics of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). They will learn how to create consistent communication messages and manage dialogue …

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The Future of GMO Crops Science of GMOs

WebOverall, the adoption of first generation GMO crops has led to a slight (6% in one study) increase in agrichemical use overall. However, it is germane to note that, as …

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Which Crops Have GMOs

WebThere is a lot of confusion about which crops have GMOs, and which don't. There are 13 genetically modified crops available today. The list below is maintained by the United …

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Genetic Engineering and Plant Protection Science of GMOs

WebMonitoring to detect pests early. Cultural practices such as crop rotation or trap crops. Resistant plant varieties (traditional breeding) Appropriate fertilization and …

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Educational Materials for Training Science of GMOs

WebThe Science of GMOs Unraveled. The American public is growing increasingly skeptical about the safety of genetically modified (GM) foods. Despite consensus in the scientific …

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Quotes from Science Academies on Consuming GMO Crops

Web1 “GMO” or “genetically modified organism” is an imprecise term that is commonly understood to refer to genetically engineered crops. In fact, biotech crops can originate …

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Credibility of Sources Science of GMOs

WebThis website was created by the GMO working group in the UConn College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources. We offer clear descriptions and explanations …

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GMOs and the American Chestnut Tree Science of GMOs

WebChestnut trees grew rapidly and up to 100-feet tall. They were found in urban and rural landscapes and grew in dense stands. Then, a pathogenic fungus was introduced in the …

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