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Why genetic modification is essential for our survival

27 August 2015 by Alan

Jill Farrant

The use of modern biotechnology, commonly termed genetic modification, is not only safe, if ethically and appropriately done, but will be essential to the survival of the human race in the future. This was the view of Professor Jill Farrant, UCT Research Chair in Plant Molecular Physiology, at the latest Café Scientifique.

Full Article: Research Office – Why genetic modification is essential for our survival –

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