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Cheaper drugs through genetically engineered foods: One now approved
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers on the approval of genetically modified crops designed to produce drugs, exploring the implications of biotechnology in agriculture and its potential to enhance human health. Participants share various perspectives on the benefits and applications of genetically engineered foods, including their use in vaccination delivery systems.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express enthusiasm for genetically engineered foods, suggesting they could strengthen humanity.
- One participant mentions ongoing efforts to engineer mosquitoes to deliver multiple vaccinations, indicating a broader application of genetic engineering beyond crops.
- A personal anecdote highlights the presence of experimental biotech farms nearby, raising curiosity about the nature of genetic modifications being tested, such as the incorporation of jellyfish genes into corn.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally express excitement about the potential of genetically engineered foods, but there are varying opinions on the implications and ethical considerations of such technologies. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the broader societal impacts and acceptance of these innovations.
Contextual Notes
Some claims rely on anecdotal evidence and personal experiences, which may not provide a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and ethical dimensions of genetic engineering in agriculture.
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Fantastic. Making the human race stronger 1 day at a time 
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Engineered food rocks.
.Engineered food rocks.
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People are working to make mosquitoes into little vaccinators as well. Engineer the bug to deliver a multitude of vaccinations with each puncture.
btw, I meant to put this in the politics forum but oh well.
btw, I meant to put this in the politics forum but oh well.
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Bayer has an experimental farm less than 2 miles from my house.
One night, a few years ago, I was driving home and I noticed as I topped a hill that a field of corn was glowing green. I told my daughter and she thought I was nuts.
I later read about experiments crossing genes of (I think it was jellyfish that glow green) with corn, among other things. I can't locate the article.
I'm just thrilled to find out I live so close to these bizarre crop experiments.
Now when someone tells me I look absolutely "radiant" there could be more truth to it than they know.
One night, a few years ago, I was driving home and I noticed as I topped a hill that a field of corn was glowing green. I told my daughter and she thought I was nuts.
I later read about experiments crossing genes of (I think it was jellyfish that glow green) with corn, among other things. I can't locate the article.
I'm just thrilled to find out I live so close to these bizarre crop experiments.
Now when someone tells me I look absolutely "radiant" there could be more truth to it than they know.