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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using biotechnology to express desirable traits. In agriculture, GMOs play a pivotal role in enhancing crop yield, pest resistance, and tolerance to environmental stresses. For instance, Bt crops have been engineered to produce a bacterial toxin that protects against pests. GMOs can reduce the need for chemical pesticides and improve food security. Despite their benefits, GMOs are a subject of ethical and environmental debate. Regulations and extensive testing are required to ensure their safety and sustainability. Overall, GMOs hold significant potential in addressing global agricultural challenges.
Committee Members
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States
Mohammad Babadoost
University of Illinois, United States
Valasia Iakovoglou
UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece GPB 2027 Speakers
Aparna B Gunjal
Dr. D.Y. Patil, Arts, Commerce and Science College, India
Anna Ponce
Bethune-Cookman University, United States
Hillary Jean Pierre
Department of Pharmaceutics, United States
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Wan Rosli Wan Ishak, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
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Valasia Iakovoglou, UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece
Title : The antimicrobial activity of six Ocimum species against human microbial pathogens
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Effect of climate and weather on plant biology and biotechnology
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic-Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India
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Anna Ponce, Bethune-Cookman University, United States
Title : Utilizing plant derived extracellular vesicles for drug delivery and therapeutic development
Hillary Jean Pierre, Department of Pharmaceutics, United States