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Awareness and Knowledge Levels Regarding Genetically Modified Organisms Among Students of Çukurova University Imamoğlu Vocational School

Authors
Gamze Mazi Şeker1, *
1Çukurova University, Faculty of Fisheries, Department of Basic Sciences, Adana, Turkey
*Corresponding author. Email: gamzemazi@gmail.com
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Gamze Mazi Şeker
Available Online 7 May 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-666-1_67How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Genetically modified organisms; knowledge level; university students; GMOs; consumer attitudes; Çukurova University
Abstract

This cross-sectional study aimed to assess knowledge levels, attitudes, and consumption behaviors regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs) among students of Çukurova University İmamoğlu Vocational School. Data were collected in May–June 2025 using a structured 21-item questionnaire administered online to 211 students. The survey comprised three sections covering sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge about GMOs, and attitude items. Data were summarized with percentage and frequency distributions. The findings indicate that while many students had heard the term “GMO,” they lacked detailed knowledge; moreover, the vast majority favored mandatory labeling of GMO-containing products, viewing it as a matter of consumer rights. Concerns about potential health and environmental impacts were prominent. The predominance of social media and other online platforms as information sources points to gaps in access to trustworthy scientific information, which may foster misconceptions about GMOs. In conclusion, the study underscores the need to strengthen GMO-related educational content at the university level and to support policies that ensure clear and visible product labeling.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Research of Agricultural and Food Technologies (I-CRAFT 2025)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Sustainable Development
Publication Date
7 May 2026
ISBN
978-94-6239-666-1
ISSN
3005-155X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-666-1_67How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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