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Survival for a Small Planet : the Sustainable Development Agenda /

Few scientific developments have given rise to as much controversy as biotechnology. Numerous groups are united in their opposition, expressing concern over environmental and health risks, impacts on rural livelihoods, the economic dominance of multinational companies and the ethical implications of...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Bigg, Tom
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken : Taylor and Francis, 2012.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:Few scientific developments have given rise to as much controversy as biotechnology. Numerous groups are united in their opposition, expressing concern over environmental and health risks, impacts on rural livelihoods, the economic dominance of multinational companies and the ethical implications of crossing species boundaries. Among the supporters of the technology are those that believe in its potential to enhance food security, further economic development, increase productivity and reduce environmental pressures.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (384 pages)
ISBN:9781136556234
1136556230