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Scientific design of GM farm-scale evaluations made public
The 40th anniversary issue of the British Ecology Society's Journal of Applied Ecology this month leads with two major papers describing the background, methodology and experimental design of the farm-scale evaluations of genetically modified herbicide-tolerant crops. In laying out the statistical design and methods of data collection for the... view more... (2003-02-07)
Pesticides in the nation's streams and ground water
Today, the U.S. Geological Survey released a report describing the occurrence of pesticides in streams and ground water during 1992-2001. view more (2006-03-03)
Exposure to dioxins influences male reproductive system, study of Vietnam veterans concludes
A dioxin toxin contained in the herbicide Agent Orange affects male reproductive health by limiting the growth of the prostate gland and lowering testosterone levels. view more (2006-11-16)
Animal model of Parkinson's disease reveals striking sensitivity to common environmental toxins
In findings that support a relationship between agricultural chemicals and Parkinson's disease, two groups of researchers have found new evidence that loss of DJ-1, a gene known to be linked to inherited Parkinson's disease, leads to striking sensitivity to the herbicide paraquat and the insecticide rotenone. view more (2005-09-07)
Ants, not evil spirits, create devil's gardens in the Amazon rainforest, study finds
For the first time, scientists have identified an ant species that produces its own natural herbicide to poison unwanted plants. view more (2005-09-22)
Will buffer zones stop genes spreading to nearby crops?
EMBARGOED UNTIL WEDNESDAY 14 APRIL 1999 19:00 BST view more (1999-04-14)
Strong decrease in field trials with genetically modified plants in the EU
The number of field trials with genetically modified plants has fallen by about 80 per cent since 1998 in the countries of the European Community. This is shown by a survey of the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI, Karlsruhe, compiled together with the Institute for Prospective Technological Studies, Seville (Spain), and... view more... (2003-04-14)
GM CROPS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), as well as other research bodies, is investigating possible impacts of GMOs on the environment. For some crops and for some types of genetic modification we have a clear understanding of the risks. For others, further work is needed to reduce uncertainty. view more (1999-02-22)
Genetically modified crops and the countryside
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is presenting some current research at BBSRC-sponsored institutes into the environmental impact of genetically modified (GM) crops. Come and talk to the scientists who carry out this work, and find out more about on-going research in this area. view more (1999-06-14)
GM Crops Shown to Decrease Damage to Environment
The increase in cultivation of herbicide-resistant GM Canola (also known as rapeseed) in Canada has led to a significant decrease in herbicide use, says research published in the journal Pest Management Science. This has led to a decrease in the environmental impact of weed control and could have similar effects elsewhere in the world. view more (2004-10-20)
Early environmental exposure may accelerate age-related neurodegeneration
Exposure to iron during the first weeks of life in combination with exposure later in life to a common herbicide may contribute to the subsequent degeneration of brain cells associated with the onset of Parkinson's disease (PD), according to a new study in mice. view more (2007-06-28)
Low Level Herbicide Use Can Damage Potato Reproduction
Currently, plant testing in the United States to determine potential ecological risks from chemical pesticides to nontarget plants requires two tests, both of which use immature plants. view more (2009-01-07)
Can hemp help the everglades?
Within Southern Florida, soil and water conditions indicate potential for leaching from the use of atrazine-based herbicides in corn crops. Scientists from USDA-Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and University of Florida conducted studies to evaluate the specific groundwater risk from atrazine use by focusing on a specific cover crop that seems... view more... (2007-08-07)
Contaminated soil pollution solution: herbicide eating bugs
Cancer-causing soil pollution from herbicide residues may be avoided in future thanks to researchers from Exeter University, who have identified bacteria which can break down a widely used toxic chemical, scientists will announce tomorrow (Thursday, 09 September 2004) at the Society for General Microbiology's 155th Meeting at Trinity College... view more... (2004-08-23)
Of I robots go solar; new system could drastically reduce herbicide use
A solar-powered robot with 20/20 vision, on a search-and-destroy quest for weeds, will soon be moving up and down the crop rows at the experimental fields at the University of Illinois. view more (2006-10-12)
GM Debate Must Not Neglect Developing Countries
Launch of Discussion Paper: the use of genetically modified crops in developing countries There is an ethical obligation to explore the benefits that genetically modified (GM) crops could offer people in developing countries, according to the Nuffield Council on Bioethics. "The possible costs, benefits and risks associated with particular GM... view more... (2003-12-28)
Genetically modified food: yes or no?
Genetically modified foods have been entering British supermarkets over this last year. The outcome has been mixed: some have been accepted without hesitation by the public - for example, 'vegetarian cheese' and the puree made from genetically modified tomatoes. But others, notably the flour from genetically modified soya beans, have caused... view more... (1998-09-01)
Veterans exposed to Agent Orange have higher rates of prostate cancer recurrence
Veterans exposed to Agent Orange have a 48 percent increased risk of prostate cancer recurrence following surgery than their unexposed peers, and when the disease comes back, it seems more aggressive, researchers say. view more (2007-05-21)
Real Threats To Countryside Ignored In GM Furore, Ecologists Warn
*PLEASE NOTE THIS IS EMBARGOED UNTIL 16 OCTOBER* The UK should be cautious in developing GM technology in agriculture, the British Ecological Society (BES) has said. However, scientists, policy makers and environmental campaigners should beware that by focussing solely on GM crops, the real threats to the British countryside are being ignored.... view more... (2003-10-15)
Clarifying the GM Debate
A Cambridge scientist has claimed the debate on genetically modified crops could be made much clearer if people were made aware that there are different types of genetically modified organisms. Dr Mark Tester, of the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge, voiced concerns that the issues surrounding the use of GM crops have been... view more... (1999-12-09)
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