Genetically Modified Fish (GMO) Catfish Example - Dr. Rex Dunham

Catfish Genetic Enhancement: Marriage of Traditional and Biotechnological Approaches for Food Production while Protecting the Environment.
Catfish and other species can have their production traits greatly improved through traditional genetic approaches. However, greater gain can be made by combining traditional approaches with modern molecular biotechnology. Environmental risk concerns impede the application of modern genetic technology for aquaculture improvement, and there is a perceived conflict between transgenic and gene edited fish with environmental protection. However, the opposite is likely true, and the correct use of these technologies can increase conservation efforts.
Dr. Rex Dunham has been working in the area of Fish Genetics for 45 years. He conducts research on quantitative genetics, traditional selective breeding, molecular genetics and genomics, hybridization, transgenesis, gene editing, xenogenesis and reproduction primarily with catfish. His research has genetically transformed the catfish industry twice. He has conducted research and collaborated with scientists is several countries throughout the world.