Biotechnology: Promethean science or obsession?
2003
Farooq, S. | Azam, F. (Nuclear Inst. for Agriculture and Biology, Faisalabad (Pakistan))
Article describe biotechnology as a continuum of biological sciences which has evolved with the passage of time depending upon its needs. The risk and benefits associated with this technology has been explained along with reference to context. Risks discussed includes ethical and bio-safety concern along with patent and intellectual property right. Benefits includes enhanced productivity, improving quality, reduction in pesticide use, improved pest and disease control, food safety, health hazards and decreased in pesticide positioning. Article is written in context with situation in developing countries.
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