Introduction

 A genetically modified organism (GMO) are organisms that have had genetic material alterations using genetic engineering techniques. These techniques consist of the recombination of DNA by using DNA molecules from different sources, which are then combined into one molecule to create a new set of genes. This DNA is then transferred indo an organism, giving it a modified version of the original genes. The following will provide a more comprehensible explination of the relationship between genetically modified foods and those who design, grow, and consume them.

By combining research using databases, the internet, and books from qualified professionals and organizations, information on various different topics concerning GMOs will be provided. The topics of research are the history, philosophical issues, environmental issues, health issues, economic threats, political threats, and social threats that surround genetically modified organisms contained in food.