5855: Survival of DNA from a transgenic plant during composting
(2005) Survival of DNA from a transgenic plant during composting. Working Paper.
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Summary
Survival of both wildtype and transgenic DNA from a genetically modified plant (GMP) during composting was investigated and compared with survival in bulk soil. During composting DNA was rapidly degraded (10-14 days) whereas DNA was detected for the duration of the experiment in bulk soil (77 days). Horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of transgenic DNA to Bacillus, dominating in the compost, was investigated but not detected. We therefore suggest composting as a way of GMP waste disposal that ensures minimum exposure of transgenic DNA to the environment.
| Document Language: | English |
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| Subject Areas: | Environmental aspects > Biodiversity and ecosystem services |
| Research affiliation: | Denmark > KVL - The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University Denmark > DARCOF II (2000-2005) > III.3 (CRUCIAL) Closing the rural-urban nutrient cycle |
| Funding Part: | 75-100% |
| Total budget (Euro): | 0 |
| Orgprints ID Number: | 5855 |
| Contact: | Magid, Assoc. Prof. Jakob |
| Deposited On: | 26 September 2005 |
| EPrint Type: | Working paper |
| Published?: | Unpublished |
| Peer Review Status: | Not peer-reviewed |
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