The presence of such sequences could provide organisms with a way to modify their gene expression without altering the actual coding sequence of genes. (news.wsu.edu)
It also includes modifying the genes of a protected animal if this causes the animal pain, suffering, distress, or lasting harm. (en.wikipedia.org)
Dr. Shabala and his colleagues note that recent research on salt bladders creates the exciting possibility of modifying genes in traditional crops such as wheat or rice to allow them to develop salt bladders without a major impact on their growth and yield. (sciencedaily.com)