The Effects of Roundup on Chick Embryo Development
Melanie Cor-Dova, Kevin Son, Muhammad Bin Siraj
Department of Biology
Faculty Supervisor: Wilfred Denetclaw
Roundup is a widely used herbicide in agriculture. It is an herbicide that promises to target weeds while simultaneously not inhibiting the growth of produce, which is genetically modified to withstand the effects of Roundup. The main active ingredient in this herbicide is glyphosate. Glyphosate works to inhibit plant enzymes that contribute to the growth of weeds and grass. Glyphosate was first patented by the manufacturer, Monsanto, in 1971 until 2018, when it was acquired by Bayer. For decades, this widely used herbicide has been facing lawsuits for falsely claiming that the product has nontoxic effects on animals. The company and manufacturer have faced many controversies alleging that continuous use of Roundup has led to cancer and reproductive issues. How does Roundup affect the rate of embryonic myogenesis? To investigate myotome differentiation as a toxicology assessment tool for Roundup, this experiment involves ovo research of a chick embryo at HH10 and 100µg/mL Roundup. This research highlights the importance of the constraints of embryonic development and the dangers of glyphosate on animals.