Gene expression

The cancer cells under stress use EMT phenomenon as cell survival mechanism to escape apoptosis, anoikis and general immune response. Autophagy triggered in response to stress conditions like starvation, is also used by cancerous cells for survival by recycling of cellular components. There is a cross talk between pathways involved in EMT and autophagy. The involvement of TGF-β signalling pathway had been observed induction of EMT and autophagy in many cell types. Autophagy is a context…

The Grim side of GMOs The ongoing debate around the world is, are genetically modified organisms, also known as GMOs, good for you and the environment? Research however shows GMO’s are bad for you, the environment and have had not enough testing. Imagine coming home, the whole day you've been waiting for that special treat in the fridge, nothing bad could happen from eating this treat on the outside, but inside your kidneys are slowly being destroyed and immune system weakened. These GMOs are…

opinions about this matter but to have an opinion we must first understand what they are and why is it surrounded by controversy. Genetically modified organisms, is the acronym of GMOs. Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) refers to an organism containing genes that have been directly manipulated. (Robbins) Work to modify such organisms began back in 1950, with bacteria. The bacteria exchanged genetic material in the form of extrachromosomal rings called plasmids. It is this plasmids that would…

What is cancer and why is it bad? Cancer is caused by abnormalities (an abnormal condition or state) in the genetic material of cells (Rice). These abnormalities can be caused under the influence of something like chemicals, radiation, pollutants, and abnormalities that is presented in a person’s body from when they were born or the person may have inherited. Cancer is a general term used when typical cells grow and divide wildly, invading neighboring tissues, and consistently stretch to other…

As a student in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at Ohio State, agriculture related issues are particularly of interest to me. A topic that comes up often in conversations in both my classes and in society is genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. It's been widely debated about whether or not these scientific advances are harmful to humans and the environment. People need to learn the actual facts about GMOs before making the decision to support or oppose them. In…

The Benefits of Genetically Modified Organisms Through an Economical, Environmental, and Ethical Perspective The world as we know it is changing and developing. Over the past 50 years, the gap economically and ethically between already developed countries and developing countries has increased dramatically. The major barrier between first and third world countries is finance and food production. According to sources, genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, is the solution to close the gap,…

The Dangers of GMOs What are GMOs? Genetic modification involves the alteration, placing, or removal of genes. A GMO (genetically modified organism) is the result of a laboratory process of incorporating genes from bacteria, viruses, plants or animals and putting them into other species to create a desired trait or characteristic. They are used in biological and medical research. The purpose for GMOs are to produce longer lasting foods, resist herbicide (a chemical sprayed by farmers to kill…

I believe that GMOs are good. They help the world a lot. Although they can possibly end up damaging it a little, I think they do more good. We alter products to make them match out tastes and needs. It gives food better flavor, texture, and nutrition. GMOs give crops a longer life for easier shipping. They are test for safety and allergen potential before being taken to the market. They are said to be the most tested products to make sure they are safe to be consumed. GMOs help fight…

GMOs (genetically modified organisms) have been a subject of controversy for years. GMOs are organisms that has had its genetic code altered. This process can introduce new genes or remove them. GMOS could help solve world hunger by producing heartier, easier to grow plants. GMOs could also improve the welfare of farmed goods. Despite other opinions, GMOs should be used in the production of food production. GMOs would improve the lives of people all over the world, there is no goetting around…

this the first creation of artificial gene. Ever since then, the debate has been focused on the effects and safety of GMOs on human, environment, and animals and never stopped. It has received a large amount of attention…