Genetically modified organisms : transgenesis in plants / Tourte, Yves Transgenic plants 631 TOU 2001 A053 Co. "In this topical work, the author responds to some questions and furnishes the tools needed to understand GM plants: the theoretical and historical bases of genetic engineering, particularly GM plants (genetic information, techniques of gene transfer ...); research programmes and results in various domains (agro-food, health, environment ...); and the practical, legal, and ethical questions posed by society and the responses of scientists, legislators, and industry." "Students of biology or agriculture will find here the tools and information they need. The work will also interest everyone concerned or curious about GMOs."--Jacket Text ix, 113 pages : fre