FYS 117L GENETIC ENGINEERING

Genetically Engineered (GE) plants, first sold in 1994, are now widely grown by farmers in the United States.  The course examines why and how plants are GE.  Students will discuss opposition to GE foods and evaluate evidence as to whether they pose a risk to human health or environmental safety.  Finally, students will learn about gene editing and how this technique is being used to edit plants, animals and even humans.

Credits

4

Notes

MOID requested.

Registration Restrictions

Open to first-year students only.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 16 students.

Attributes

W