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The Gene Shifters

Advances and dilemmas in genetic engineering

World Service,6 episodes

Episodes

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GM Food
Could 40% of the world's crop be saved by genetically engineered insect resistance?
14 Dec 1995,9 mins
Animal Organ Transplants
Will we ever be able to use animal organs for transplant into humans?
14 Dec 1995,9 mins
Cancer
How gene research is being used to develop new cancer treatments with fewer side effects
15 Dec 1995,9 mins
Biotechnology
Developing vaccines.
24 Jan 1996,9 mins
Genetic Engineering
Adding enzymes to washing powder and using micro-organisms in pollution control
07 Feb 1996,9 mins
Preventing Cancer
Could increased genetic knowledge lead to a genetic underclass?
07 Feb 1996,9 mins