/sci/ - Science & Math

What is the general /sci/ consensus and view of Genetic Modification?

In a recent announcement the first GM-Salmon was allowed by the FDA after 20 years of research and testing.

Personally I think this is great news, less feed required, faster turn around, more fish can be produced feeding more people, cheaper - also fantastic to reduce the strain on 'natural' wild salmon fishing.

frankly, food doesn't seem to be the best utilization for GM, I think things like the GM mosquito with the SM1 protein to block malaria parasite in the gut is a far better use for GM, or even the potential for GM creatures capable of absorbing oil or digesting plastics as a means to clean the ocean.

but is the /sci/ consensus, leave your 'Monsatan' hate at the door, your emotions need not apply to the debate.