MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'gmos'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:36:44 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2263848&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E5%2Fhqv8t1Sk0bg%2Fembedded_player.swf In a quick and driveby post: Experts Agree Giant, Razor-Clawed Bioengineered Crabs Pose No Threat (Source: Women's Bioethics Blog) Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2263848 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:18:13 +0100 2263848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2210668&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2FMJFTf-dUL8o%2Fwhat-weve-been-reading-this-past-week.html ~ Stem-cell ‘tourists’ travel to where they have access to controversial stem- cell therapies/ treatments. ~ Every baby born a decade from now will have its genetic code mapped at birth predicts head of genomics company. Just because we can, does that mean we should? ~ More docs tell pharma reps to keep out. Does this mean no more free post- its? ~ Comprehensive reform bill that would have banned pharma gifts to docs voted down in Colorado. ~ Experts say consumers should have more facts in drug ads so they can make informed decisions. ~ Glaxo to cut prices on drugs sold in poor countries. They will also invest profits in building clinics in those countries. ~ The U.S. drug industry has shifted most of its clinical trials to overseas sites raises serious ethical concern... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2210668 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 14:51:24 +0100 2210668 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2125367&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F520195475%2Fnoteworthy-news-in-bioethics-this-past.html - National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has set aside $3.9M in funding for 2010 to create several cross-disciplinary centers to study the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics technologies. (Might sound like a lot, but does that money go quickly!) - Personal genomics continues to grow and commodify, but is it accurate, is it wise? The average consumer can order up tests via the Internet, but what to make of the results? Once the information is known, what about one’s insurability in this era of tricky health care coverage? - Transfusion-free medical facilities avoid the need for blood transfusions during surgery by using technology to conserve and re-infuse the patient’s own blood. The technique eliminates all sorts of risks and expenses. - Emergency pla... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2125367 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:36:35 +0100 2125367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1996389&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F467271515%2Fenglands-plan-for-gm-trees-and-possible.html Another one of our weekly guest posts from Jonathan Javitt:A group of researchers from the University of Southampton are hoping to establish a settlement of genetically modified poplar trees on land owned by the Forestry Commission as part of a research project into biofuels. Sounds good on its face – modified trees that may help us solve some of our oil dependency problems. But it’s not that easy. The truth is, these trees would present a whole other set of problems.Clare Oxborrow, A campaigner for the eco-friendly organization, Friends of the Earth, explains the potential problems: “Our concerns with GM trees are even more serious than crops because trees are very long-lived. They are inherently geared up for spreading seeds and pollen because of the way they reproduce. There’s a... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1996389 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:16:00 +0100 1996389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1960817&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F450758605%2Fbiobeer-it-doesnt-get-any-better-than.html Along the lines of 'Better Living Through Genetic Manipulation', scientists at Rice University have created a beer that could enhance your chances at longevity:"BioBeer, as it's called, has three genes spliced into special brewer's yeast that produce resveratrol, the chemical in red wine that is thought to protect against diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's and other age-related conditions."Full article accessible here in Discovery news.I wanna know, though, how does it taste? Would you drink this? (Source: Women's Bioethics Blog) Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1960817 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:39:00 +0100 1960817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1960818&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F450627011%2Ftreacherous-kisses.html Our weekly guest post from Jonathan Javitt, author of Capitol Reflections:Genetically modified (GM) beet sugar is generally used to make Hershey's Kisses – but that will no longer be the case in Brazil. The company recently announced it won't use GM beet sugar in its Brazilian-made products, but Hershey has not made any such promises for its US products. In light of this, a number of consumer watch-dog groups in the US are urging people to take action; several years ago, Hershey told U.S. consumers it would not use genetically engineered sugar. But now genetically modified sugar beets are being planted commercially in the US and Hershey is utilizing sugar made from these plants for their hugely popular “Kisses” candy. Additionally, the nation's largest sugar manufacturer, Crystal... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1960818 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:54:01 +0100 1960818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1924536&cid=t_105117_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F415252154%2Fthis-little-piggy-went-to-market-or-not.html We're pleased to have a guest post today by Jonathan Javitt, author of Capitol Reflections, who wrote this for the Women's Bioethics Blog: Imagine a cleaner pig. Thanks to researchers at the University of Guelph in Ontario, you don't have to imagine – they've engineered them. It has nothing to do with their appearance – the look just like any other pig – but the difference can be found in their genetic makeup, specifically in their “cleaner” manure. Your typical pig doesn't have the capacity to break down phytate - found in much of the food that pigs eat – thus going undigested, ending up in their manure and subsequently, in other places as well. It can get into the water supply, leading to algae growth, and it can get into the air – especially when a large number of p... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1924536 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:01:42 +0100 1924536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1739244&cid=t_105117_107_f&fid=35026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fphylogenomics.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F08%2Fredefining-tomorrows-table.html Tony Trewavas has an interesting review (Redefining “Natural” in Agriculture) in PLoS Biology of my friend and colleague Pam Ronald's new book "Tomorrow's Table: Organic Farming, Genetics and the Future of Food."I was planning on eventually writing my own review of her book but not sure when I will get to it. I personally like the book a great deal, and enjoy how it switches back and forth between the authors (Pam and her husband Raoul Adamchak) and how it interweaves personal stories with discussion of the science and practice of organic farming and plant genetic engineering.Trewaras has some things in the review I agree with a great deal like"The text deals with many of the questions raised by the public about GE crops in a sensible and balanced manner, quoting various sources of rel... The Tree of Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1739244 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:19:00 +0100 1739244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482089&cid=t_105117_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F301738945%2F The Genetics and Health article Genetically Modified Foods - Pros and Cons is a student’s favourite and has provoked huge debate both for and against GM foods.  With the food crisis looming Jeremy Cooke of the BBC News takes a look at whether our negative attitude to GM Foods may be about to change.  Another reference to help your studies, guys! http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/7426054.stm Elaine Warburton  www.geneticsandhealth.com Tags: Genetically Modified Foods, GM Foods, GMOsShare This (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482089 Sat, 31 May 2008 08:00:45 +0100 1482089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1248004&cid=t_105117_147_f&fid=35750&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FHealthCareVox%2F%7E3%2F238899038%2Fwould_saving_the_banana_give_g.html The world is gaga over bananas.  Unfortunately, this unassuming, ubiquitous fruit is in extreme danger of going the way of the dodo – at last the variety that is shipped all over the world.  According to scientists, this fruit is about to become a scarce commodity due to a deadly, incurable fungus that is decimating banana crops all over the world.  Popular Science writer Dan Koeppel, has written a book, "Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World," highlighting the fruit's storied and controversial past and future.  In an interview aired earlier this week on NPR’s Fresh Air, he talks about how Panama disease, a soil fungus impervious to fungicides, is killing off Cavendish bananas, the most popular variety of the fruit.  Interes... HealthCareVox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1248004 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:39:39 +0100 1248004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=486945&cid=t_105117_107_f&fid=35026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fphylogenomics.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F03%2Fif-anti-malaria-gmo-mosquito-ended-up.html John Tierney at the NY Times has a blog on a topic I wanted to introduce but I figured people might want to just check out his blog here.In case people did not see it, scientists at Johns Hopkins just announced they had created a mosquito strain that is resistant to infection by Plasmodium and thus does not transit malaria (it is a mouse model so they do not have this for humans at this point). The key to their study is that their mosquito is healthy, whereas previous attempts to create mosquitoes that are resistant to malaria infection have been sick. Thus, the hope is that with healthy mosquitoes, they can be introduced into a population and the resistance gene will spread rather than be wiped out by negative selection.I really love this research area because it truly is an applied use o... The Tree of Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=486945 Wed, 21 Mar 2007 15:04:00 +0100 486945