Assessment paper on GMOs and sustainability
Approximately 3000 words.
Apply life cycle thinking and critical analysis, providing a balanced assessment of the topic(GMOs and sustainability) that takes into account both peer-reviewed literature and other reliable information sources as well as their own well-reasoned arguments. Attention to issues of sustainable scale, efficiency, and distributive justice, as well as a nuanced recognition and discussion of trade-offs(i.e. a life cycle perspective), are essential.
Breakdown:
Thesis: 10% The thesis should be clear, concise, and easily identifiable.
Use of evidence: 20% Evidence should be drawn from the class readings and other sources, and indicate an understanding of the arguments presented. Citations should be employed and reported using a common format. (APA format).
Analysis and Reflection: 30% Evidence should be clearly related to paragraph topic sentences. The analysis should be interesting and creative in its approach to the material. Thoughtful reflection is essential. Implications for sustainable scale, distributive justice and efficient allocation must be considered, and application of life cycle thinking demonstrated.
Logic and argumentation: 20% Ideas in the paper should flow logically. All arguments presented should be identifiable, reasonable and sound. Counter-arguments should be considered.
Structure: 10% The structure should be well organized, that is flow logically.Transitions should be smooth and effective. Proper paragraphs should be used (topic sentences, transitions between paragraphs, etc.).
Mechanics: 10% Proper sentence structure, grammar, and diction are expected. Use correct punctuation and a consistent citation style. Spelling errors should not be present.
The following sources should be used:
1. Adenle, A. A. (2017). Genetically modified organisms in developing countries : Risk analysis and governance Cambridge University Press.
2. Science, W., & Citizens Connect: Public Engagement on Genetically Modified Organisms (Workshop). (2015). Public engagement on genetically modified organisms : When science and citizens connect : Workshop summary The National Academies Press.
3. O, M.,Sala E. (2015). Genetically modified foods : Basics, applications, and controversy Taylor & Francis.
4. J., M., Dwayne R., Berger, R. G., McGowan, C., & Canada. (2015). Treatment, analysis, and communication of uncertainty in the environmental risk assessment of aquatic organisms, including transgenic fish Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
5. Staff, N. R. C. (1989). Field testing genetically modified organisms: Framework for decisions National Academies Press.
6. Chen. (2017). Politics of genetically modified organisms in the united states and europe Palgrave Macmillan.
7. Foster, G. D. (2008). Plant virology protocols : From viral sequence to protein functionH umana Press.
8. Parekh, S. R. (2004). The GMO handbook : Genetically modified animals, microbes, and plants in biotechnology Humana Press.
9. Kleinman, D. L. (2005). Controversies in science and technology : From maize to menopause University of Wisconsin Press.
10. Ferry, N. (2009). Environmental impact of genetically modified crops CABI.
11. Lawson, C. (2015). Intellectual property and genetically modified organisms : A convergence in laws Ashgate.
12. Co-operation, O., & Development. (2004). Challenges and risks of genetically engineered organisms Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
13. Ethics,, Workshop on the Science, & Governance Considerations for Gene Drive Research. (2016). Gene drives on the horizon : Advancing science, navigating uncertainty, and aligning research with public values The National Academies Press.
14. Wager, D. (2008). Genetic engineering and the world trade system : World trade forum Cambridge University Press.
15. Christou, P. (2013). Sustainable food production Springer New York.
16. Religion – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2741429/
17. Tomatoes – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1280366/
Other papers and journal articles may be used if needed(no news articles).
The course is a cross between a biology course and a management course. It is about food sustainability. The main viewpoints of the course are: sustainable scale, distributive justice, efficient allocation and application of life cycle thinking. These should all be addressed in detail in the paper. Thecourse looks at food sustainability in regards to the ENVIRONMENT, ECONOMY and SOCIAL sectors on global, regional and local scales. This should also be addressed in the paper.
