Samantha Duerring

Perceptions of GMOs at Meredith College Samantha Duerring

From grocery stores to the evening news, the debate surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs) rages on. Some believe them to be part of humanity's future, while others view them as a hazard to consumer safety. The purpose of this study is to look at community concern surrounding GMOs, identify major causes for concern, and compare these correlations to trends found in literature. An online survey was sent to Meredith College faculty, students, staff, and alumni asking questions about overall concern about GMOs, education status, religious and personal beliefs, where survey takers got the majority of their scientific knowledge from, and the strength of their scientific background.