Genetically Modified Organisms: Transgenesis in Plants

by Yves Tourte

Overview

This work reviews the theoretical and historical basis of genetic engineering, particularly in regard to genetically modified plants, and details techniques of creating genetically modified organisms. It describes research programs and results in areas such as agro-food, health, and the environment, and examines practical, legal, and ethical questions posed by society and the responses of scientists, legislators, and industry. B&W photographs of equipments are given.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780429530166
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	04/26/2019
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	124
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Yves Tourte

Table of Contents

Introduction: Genetically Modified Organisms; A Brief HistoryTechniques of Creating GMOs: Isolation of a Functional Gene; Construction of Chimeric Genes and Selectable Marker Genes; Operations of Gene Transfer; Essential Controls; Stability, Heritability and Dispersal of the TransgeneResearch Programmes and Results: Objectives of Research Programmes; Achievements in Fundamental Research; Achievements in Applied ResearchGMOs: Concerns and Remedies: Questions Raised by the Existence of GMOs; Response of Society: Regulatory and Judicial Framework for GMOs; Conclusion: What is the Future of GMOs?