CA stops propagation of genetically modified Golden Rice, eggplant

Rappler— The cease and desist order directs concerned government agencies to submit proof of safety and compliance with all legal requirements before commercial production continues

The Philippine Star—CA ruling vs Bt eggplant, golden rice propagation hit. The judiciary should not overstep its authority on genetically modified organisms or GMOs as regulations on biotechnology must be left to scientists and pertinent regulators, according to a member of the Monetary Board of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

Phys.org—Researchers decipher how an enzyme modifies the genetic material in the cell nucleus. Inside the cell nucleus, the DNA molecule is found in a densely packed DNA-protein complex known as chromatin. Here the DNA is wrapped around a core of histone proteins and densely packed to form nucleosomes. The structure of the nucleosomes determines which genes are accessible and active and therefore plays an important role in gene regulation. To respond to metabolic signals, changed environmental conditions, and developmental processes, the nucleosomes must undergo repeated dynamic...

Yahoo—Philippine court blocks GMO 'golden rice' production over safety fears. A Philippine court has blocked the commercial propagation of genetically modified golden rice because it said conflicting scientific views gave rise to "severe" health and environmental safety concerns."By reason of the conflicting scientific views and uncertainties on the risks and effects of Golden Rice and Bt Eggplant, potential severe and grave threats to the welfare of people and the environment arise," the court said.