The next pest thing

Article Abstract:

Issues discussed concern the use of genetically engineered biopesticides to control pests in Australia's cotton industry. Topics addressed include environmental concerns over the use of 'natural' poisons, how the toxin affects caterpillars, and the problems of resistance among pests.

Statistical Data Included, Natural foods industry, Health foods industry, Environmental aspects, Genetic aspects, Cotton (Fiber), Diseases and pests, Plant genetic engineering, Cotton, Biopesticides

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Ghost in the machine

Article Abstract:

Brisbane molecular biologist John Mattick revealed the involvement of introns as the main source of human individuality. Introns are non-coding DNA containing the instructions for assembling and operating the complex cellular machinery of higher organisms.

Science & research, Research, DNA testing, DNA identification, Works, Introns, Molecular biologists, Mattick, John

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Science friction

Article Abstract:

A futuristic view regarding environment and food crops are given. It is stated that in the next 20 years gene technology will give genetically modified crops.

Innovations, Technological innovations, Genetically modified crops

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