First-ever national survey on genetically engineered mosquitoes shows mixed support
Thursday, August 9, 2012 - 05:00
in Biology & Nature
(Phys.org) -- Researchers from North Carolina State University have conducted the first nationally representative survey in the United States to gauge public opinion on the use of genetic manipulations to drive down mosquito populations and related diseases. While public support varies, depending on how the mosquitoes are characterized, a plurality opposes the effort when potential risks are explained.