2. Execute - Modelling and Analysing the Impact of GMOs Through Bio-Inspired Design

2.1 Bio-Inspiration: Learning from Natural Genetic Processes

Nature continuously adapts through genetic variation and selection. Genetic engineering builds on these natural principles by introducing targeted changes to an organism’s genome. Students analyse how modifying a single gene can result in visible traits, such as pest resistance or improved tolerance to environmental stress.
This bio-inspired approach helps learners understand that GMOs are not created randomly, but are designed based on biological knowledge. Students focus on the relationship between genetic change → organism trait → environmental impact, which is essential for evaluating both benefits and risks of biotechnology.