Superlife. "insect biotechnology". Silkworm

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Designing Life. Man has been doing it for over 10,000 years. You may not be aware of it, but we are surrounded by "Superlife," life-forms manipulated by Man. Super Silkworm: Insect Biotechnology, part of the Superlife Series, looks at a GMO that produces human protein. Note- Superlife explores the science of how mankind is manipulating life for its benefit. The series does not attempt to address the concerns surrounding cloning, genetically modified organisms or the ethics of certain farming practices.

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6 minutes

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Alexander Street

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