Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms that have had their DNA altered through genetic engineering, usually to add positive attributes. They have become a hot topic of debate: While some ...

The global conservation community is debating whether to ban the release of genetically modified organisms into the wild. Dozens of non-governmental organizations have called for a moratorium on field ...

GMOs are foods that have had genetic material from another organism inserted into them. Thus far, research has found GMOs are safe to consume and do not cause illness or allergies. Common GMO foods in ...

It was "arbitrary and capricious" of the U.S. government to exempt genetically modified crops from safety regulations, a federal judge has ruled. The ruling by San Francisco-based James Donato is a ...

GMO foods are designed to be healthier and cheaper to produce. Advantages of GMO foods include added nutrients, fewer pesticides, and cheaper prices. Disadvantages of GMO foods can be allergic ...

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The Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is accepting applications for grants to support research on the effects of introducing ...

In this episode, we’ll explore how we’ve created and used genetically modified organisms. Humans love to play with their food—in fact, we’ve been doing it for thousands of years. In this episode of ...