Don't destroy research

“On 27th May 2012 protesters are planning to destroy our Chemical Ecology group’s scientific research because it uses genetically modified wheat. Growing wheat has an environmental toll of extensive insecticide use to control aphid pests. The research, which is non-commercial, is investigating how to reduce that by getting the plants to repel aphids with a natural pheromone. We are appealing for protesters to call off the destruction and discuss the work.” 
John Pickett, Scientific Leader of Chemical Ecology, Rothamsted Research

“As scientists, we know only too well that we don’t have all the answers. But if the work is destroyed, we’ll lose years of work and we will never know whether it could reduce the environmental impact of wheat growing. Please sign our petition and oppose the destruction of our research.”  
Gia Aradottir, Postdoctoral Researcher, Insect Biology, Rothamsted Research

More information at: http://www.senseaboutscience.org/pages/rothamsted-appeal.html