The Woman Who Grew the First GMO

Dr. Mary-Dell Chilton, the pioneering plant biochemist who created the first genetically modified plant in 1982, passed away at 87, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped agriculture and science. A trailblazer for women in STEM, she was raised by a business-savvy grandmother and earned top honors including the World Food Prize and the National Medal of Technology from President Biden. Beyond her groundbreaking work, she was a devoted canoeist, card shark, and dog lover — a true renaissance woman whose impact will echo for generations. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/84083409ef778da4