Gmo Technology
Autor: Aisha Abdul-Hakim • September 19, 2015 • Research Paper • 15,389 Words (62 Pages) • 818 Views
GMO Technology – The Need for Further Research and Testing
Richard Masterson, Marianne Kennedy, Richard Pitonzo
Celeste Harris, and Tonya Hilt
LAS432 – Tech, Society, and Culture
Devry University
Dr. Kenneth Melichar
December 15, 2013
Table of Contents
Abstract - Tonya
Introduction – Rich M.
Description of GMO Technology – Marianne
What is GMO Technology
Science That Drove GMO Technology
Applications of GMO Technology
History of GMO Technology – Marianne
Brief Timeline of GMO Technology
Social Factors That Drove GMO Technology
Advantages and Disadvantages of GMO Technology
Political and Legal Issues of GMO Technology – Rich M.
Regulations or Laws Within The United States
Regulations or Laws Outside The United States
Current Events or Current Political Issues
Health and Safety Issues
Economic Considerations of GMO Technology – Rich P.
Monsanto, The Corporate Monopoly
Profitability Of Corporations And Genetically Modified Organism Labeling
Profitability of Food Producers
Psychological Considerations and Sociological Effects of GMO Technology – Tonya
Who Accepts or Rejects GMO Technology?
Who May Benefit or Be Harmed by GMO Technology?
Cultural Context and Media Influence of GMO Technology – Tonya
What are the Public Perceptions of GMO Technology Around the World?
Do Any Highly Influential People or Organizations Endorse or Reject GMO Technology?
Environmental Implications of GMO Technology – Rich P.
Effects On Soil
Effects On Animals and Insects
Effects On Humans
Effects On The Environment
Moral and Ethical Implications of GMO Technology – Celeste
Interfering With Nature
Technology Used As Possible Military or Economic Weapons
Ethical Analysis
Ecosystems
Conclusion - Celeste
Abstract - Tonya
This paper explores the technology of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO). A brief description of the technology is explained along with a timeline of how the technology has progressed since its first use along with its current applications today. Political and legal issues are discussed such as regulatory laws within the United States and other countries and current events related to the technology. Economic issues are covered explaining how many multinational corporations and food producers have found the technology profitable. GMO technology has an effect on society and shapes the attitudes of many different cultures around the world, so the sociological and psychological effects are explained. GMO technology is used extensively in the production of agricultural crops. Many environmental issues will be covered such as water and air pollution, soil toxicity, impacts on insects and animals, and impacts on humans. The moral and ethical considerations will also be discussed going over how the technology can possibly be misused for purposes never intended. This paper seeks to determine whether research and testing of genetically modified organisms should be continued due to the public's perceptions and concerns, as well as the unknown or long-term effects of the technology in regards to our health, the environment, and economic industries.
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