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Smitha Peter

Since I like both science and writing, I have decided to go for science journalism. I would like to work on environmental related issues which are plenty in present times. However I have a special interest on the impact of genetically modified crops on biodiversity and third world economy.



Industrial agriculture one of main causes for biodiversity loss

Recent studies reveal that biodiversity is facing serious threats, with industrial agriculture as one of the main culprits.

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
School meals in the UK

According to United Nations Convention, every child has a right to not to go hungry and provision of free school meals is a way to address this problem. But how effective is the school meal program in UK at present?

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
Food additives: Interview with Prof. Martin Caraher

Prof. Martin Caraher, of City University London’s Centre for Food Policy, express his views about food additives.

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
Lost butterflies of England

Butterflies are one of the most beautiful species in the natural world. However, loss of habitat due to human activities is seriously threatening their existence. England has already lost one third of its butterfly species and many of the remaining ones are struggling to survive.

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
Replicating photosynthesis with a genetically modified virus

The problem of replicating photosynthesis may have been solved thanks to a genetically engineered virus.

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
Frogspawn levels under threat from changing temperatures

According to the American Museum of Natural History, scientists have recorded a major decline in the frog population around the world during the last fifty years as a result of habitat destruction, chemical pollution and climate changes.

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Posted on 20th May 2010No Comments
Organic Fairtrade: a jury on the double label

According to the Fairtrade Foundation, one third of Fairtrade products are also organic. These organic Fairtrade products are often more expensive than non-organic Fairtrade products. Research has shown the organic Fairtrade label to positively impact the perceived quality of the products.

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Posted on 10th March 2010No Comments