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Monday, December 01, 2008

Genetically Engineered Animals

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A genetically engineered (GE) animal is one which has had a deliberate modification made to its genome. Genetic engineering allows scientists to precisely transfer beneficial genes from one species to another. GE animals embody an innovative technology that is transforming public health through biomedical, environmental, and food applications. To learn more about the promise of genetically engineered animals, check out our resources below.

Genetic Engineering Promises to Improve Medicine, Food and the Environment
The multiple benefits of animal biotechnologies are closer to being realized thanks to efforts today by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Read BIO’s news release

What is genetic engineering?
What animals are being genetically engineered? Get all the answers here with our
frequently asked questions.

What are GE Animals?
Read and print out our flyer

Facts about GE Animals
Get the facts about GE animals

Genetically Engineered Animals and the Public Health
A report on the benefits for health care, nutrition, the environment, and animal welfare.
Read the report

BIO's Correspondence with Regulatory Agencies Regarding GE Animals External Resources
Get the Facts From FDA
What is the FDA saying about genetically engineered animals, check out their page.

Video on Animal Biotechnology, University of California at Davis

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