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Global Food Crisis to Spur Sturdy Growth of Genetically Engineered Crops, According to New Report by Global Industry …

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global outlook on Genetic Engineering Industry. The disparity in demand and supply arising due to increasing global population and stagnant food production is a major factor responsible for growing food crisis, and also a reason for nations to view genetic engineering (GE) as a viable solution. The benefits of GM crops and its subsequent commercialization have considerably helped in overcoming food shortage, alleviation of poverty, tackling biodiversity and other socio-economic issues. Continue reading

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Cynthia Kenyon: Experiments that hint of longer lives – Video


17-11-2011 10:40 www.ted.com What controls aging? Biochemist Cynthia Kenyon has found a simple genetic mutation that can double the lifespan of a simple worm, C. Elegans. Continue reading

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