BOT 493B GENETICALLY MODIFIED CROPS

This course will explore scientific, technical, social and economic issues surrounding development and use of agricultural plant biotechnology, in particular transgenetic crop varieties. Focus will be on implications for both mechanized crop production and more traditional agriculture. Topics will include potential impacts on human nutrition and natural ecosystems.

Credits

Cross Listed Courses

This is the same course as BIO 493I.

Prerequisite

At least three courses in biology, botany or environmental studies.

Registration Restrictions

Also open to upper division anthropology and economics majors with permission of the instructor.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 15 students.