Amongst the numerous contributions of science and technology to the latter half of the twentieth century, the most groundbreaking as well as headline courting is that of genetic engineering. It is the science of modifications made in the gene of living organisms to suit human needs. While it has produced valuable additions to various fields of human activity, it has not been able to dodge controversies. This text examine the science of genetic engineering, genetically modified organisms and the implications of the science in an ethical light. The impact on environment of these GMOs assumes primary importance in this context, and the issues has bee probed into deeply. With its comprehensive exploration of the issue of GMOs and consequent impacts and mitigation strategies, the book should prove to be of immense interest to students, faculty and researchers in the field.
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