genetically modified organisms, mosquito, oxitec

Are Genetically Modified Mosquitoes a Bad Idea?

Are genetically modified mosquitoes a good idea or not? This question has been going on for a long time. The British-based company Oxitec is waiting for FDA approval to be able to release them in the U.S. The mosquitoes have a modified gene that kills their young before they can fly. Only female mosquitoes bite, so the aim is to release only modified ...

Troy Oakes

A mosquito biting a person.