| Author (Corporate) | European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) |
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| Series Title | Topics A-Z |
| Publication Date | 2010 |
| Content Type | Key Source, Overview |
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Genetic modification of an animal involves altering its genetic material by adding, changing or removing certain DNA sequences in a way that does not occur naturally. It aims to modify specific characteristics of an animal or introduce a new trait, such as disease resistance or enhanced growth. DNA is the genetic material of an organism and carries the instructions for all the characteristics that an organism inherits. Changes introduced in an animal’s genetic make-up can therefore be transmitted to the next generation. |
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| Source Link | http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/gmanimals |
| Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
