Ethical limitations on science - GMO
Modifying genes of plants and animals for better quality Since Genetically modified organisms (GMO) were possible, large food companies started to use the discovery of modifying genes on plants and animals to make them taste and look better, and to last longer. People argue that GMO stops the spread of dangerous diseases through food, but can also be modified to do other things like not being able to produce seeds to reproduce. Large companies don’t want the consumers to grow their own foods, to prevent that they remove the seeds from the fruit by changing its genes to produce seeds. This would cause less seed planting and decrease the number of certain trees, as more fruits become seedless. The scientific community has no control over this, as multi national huge companies that have power are doing this to improve their products and increase profits. The Monsanto scientist discovered and made their first GMO in 1983. This technology was patented and companies would hav...