genetic modification

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“The sooner we snap out of our distaste for genetic modification, the better.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

"I can imagine they will use all of the techniques of genetic modification, cyborg add-ons, and so on, to cope with very hostile environments," he says.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024

Vector control experts hope the fact that the sterilization technique doesn’t involve genetic modification will tamp down conspiracy theories that have cropped up around mosquito releases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2024

"We need to be able to move the virus in and out of Bd strains through a genetic modification process called transformation," James said.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2024

A new social order, combined with the genetic modification, was determined to be the most complete solution to the behavioral problems that the genetic damage had created.”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth