The history of genetically modified foods was discussed. National and international acceptance of G.M. foods was explored. Benefits, economical impact, and risk assessment of G.M. foods were detailed. A consumer poll was conducted to learn the extent of knowledge people had pertaining to G.M. foods. From this information, conclusions were drawn and some solutions were suggested made on how to educate people about G.M. foods.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Raymond, Burt Simon.
• Duprey, Christian James.

Subject

• Well-Being
• Food
• Environment
• Community
• Sustainability

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 00A017I

Keyword

• Genetically modified foods
• Sustainability

Advisor

• Politz, Samuel M.

Year

• 2000

Date created

• 2000-01-01

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright