Detecting Genetically Modified Foods by PCR Part I

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More info and downloads: https://dnalc.cshl.edu/resources/dnal... • Most Americans might be surprised to know that over 90% of the corn and soy crops grown in the Unites States are genetically modified. The production of GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms is a well-debated topic, especially when it comes to our food! Join DNALC instructor Jeff to discover common genetic modifications of crop foods, and learn a protocol to isolate DNA from common foods - even highly processed products like corn chips - to test for the presence of foreign genes. • In this DNALC Live session, you will: • • Explore methods for producing transgenic (GM) crops • • Observe how a single transgene can be identified within a plant’s genome • • Review common techniques such as DNA isolation and PCR • Presenter: Jeff Petracca, DNA Learning Center Long Island Aquarium • Audience: Grade 10+

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