Human reproductive technologies like sperm freezing and IVF could be used to save threatened species
They could solve genetic and cost issues and prevent inbreeding depression among such species
Insuring against gene erosion
Experiments by the Academy for Development of Science in Karjat have led researchers to conclude that gene banks are best created and controlled …
Beyond 'intelligence'
BEYOND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: TOWARDS TRADITIONAL RESOURCE RIGHTS FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES· Darrell A Posey and Graham …
Mind your genes
Studies have established that mental abilities are dependent on genes of a larger extent then previously thought
Challenges in Agriculture
Biotechnology issues pose tremendous challenges for developing countries. As a member of the World Trade Organisation, India will have to gear up …
Disparate returns
The government's improper policies have foiled attempts to develop the biotechnology industry in the country
Mesoamerican masters of biotechnology
Maize is undeniably humanity's greatest, and the first, feat of genetic engineering. But the success story cannot be attributed to modern humans. …
"Genetically modified technology is absolutely price neutral"
Graham Brookes, an agricultural economist and director of the UK-based PG Economics limited, a research and consultancy organisation, has …
Road to COP15 Montreal: Indigenous groups in South Africa benefit from rooibos tea industry; here is how
Rooibos comes loaded with antioxidants that can boost immunity, reduce risks of heart diseases, protect from viral infection and has anti-…
India and Britain differ on conservation issues
India doubts the ability of the British to understand the complexity of Indian ecosystems and suggest measures for their conservation.
Burden of beast
Mounting economic pressures cast a dark shadow on the future of camels and their traditional breeders in Rajasthan
Road to COP15 Montreal: Mexican indigenous groups yet to benefit under Nagoya Protocol; here is why
The Convention on Biological Diversity leaves many matters to the interpretation of each country’s laws
Farmers take on multinationals
Small farmers protesting the monopoly of multinationals over the world's food resources take to the streets in Bangalore.
Research row
Controversy erupts as samples for study on genetic mutations are sent outside India without approval
Lateral Thoughts: Will benefits from genetic resources ever reach communities?
Consensus on access and benefit sharing on genetic resources continues to be elusive
Can Montreal help communities: Access and benefit-sharing mechanisms are yet to translate to real gains
Nagoya Protocol sets clear mandates for potential users of genetic resources to obtain prior informed consent from the communities …
Trees in dry zone need protection
Arid and semi-arid zone trees, especially those belonging to the genera prosopis, have become threatened species.
South gains words but loses its genes
While the North has made no commitment to reduce its emissions,, the South commits itself to protect the world's biodiversity
The North wants to exploit the biodiversity of the South
P Pushpangadan , director, National Botanical and Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow,speaks to Archana Srivastava on India's biodiversity
Divided colours of cotton
The Union government goes for another field trial of Bt cotton, and another round of confusion
Are millets safe from biopiracy?
2023 is the International Year of the Millets and during the year, efforts would be made to promote this superfood
New study sheds light on genetic affinities of Gujjars and Ladakhis
The study is the first comprehensive attempt to determine the genetic relatedness of the Gujjars and Ladakhis to populations within India and …
Old wisdom, new threats
Traditional knowledge has long been under threat but the proposed text of talks at World Intellectual Property Office is unlikely to protect it …
Field report
Bt cotton farmers in Karnataka are an insecure and confused lot, and neither the government, nor Mahyco or the anti-Mahyco groups are any help at all
No small fry: Tiny fish can nourish the world; here is how
Fresh and dried fish are staples of the local diet in many areas and are frequently more affordable or readily available than alternatives like …