Genetically Modified Insects
Bharati Jambunatha Patil*
Dept. of Entomology, College of Agriculture, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka (584 104), India
Pramod Katti
Dept. of Entomology, College of Agriculture, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka (584 104), India
G. Sham Supreeth
Dept. of Entomology, College of Agriculture, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka (584 104), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Biotechnology, Genetic engineering, Sterile insect technique, Transgenic insects
Abstract
Technological and scientific advancement has recently proved advantageous for raising crop production and improving public health. Genetic engineering technology is one example of such progress. In this regard, transgenic crops are an effective model. However, insect genetic manipulation is becoming increasingly significant. Applications of genetically modified insects are numerous and include managing agricultural pests, managing disease vectors in humans and animals, improving the efficiency of beneficial insects like silkworms and honey bees and industrial entomology. This technology is even now in its infancy in India. It is imperative that need-based research be done and that a safety framework is established in this field.
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