Basics of GM Foods

What genetically modified foods are and how the technology works. Articles explain the history, common GM crops, modification techniques, career paths and key arguments.

A Career in Biotechnology

Biotechnology careers involve lab work with DNA analysis, genetic engineering, and staying current with scientific research developments.

Development and History of GM Foods

How genetically modified foods began with engineered tomatoes in the 1990s and sparked ongoing debate.

Fact Sheet: Pros vs Cons

Weigh the real benefits and drawbacks of genetically modified foods, from higher crop yields to environmental concerns.

Types of Techniques Used to Genetically Modify Food

Learn how scientists use bacterial carriers, calcium phosphate, and other methods to genetically modify crops and foods.

What Are Genetically Modified Foods?

GM foods are crops modified to resist pests, improve nutrition or boost yields, but the practise remains hotly debated.

What Are the Most Common GM Foods?

Here are the GM foods most commonly modified and sold in stores today.