Safety Assurance for Environmental Introductions of Genetically-Engineered Organisms
Safety Assurance for Environmental Introductions of Genetically-Engineered Organisms

Author: Joseph Fiksel

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2011-12-16

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 9783642731716

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The purpose of this book is to investigate the suitability and applicability of available methods for analyzing the human and ecological risks involved in the release of genetically-modified microorganisms. Main topics include: - risk analysis and assessment; approach to safety assurance; - inventory of available scientific risk assessment methods for biotechnology; - identification of methodology gaps and research needs in biology, ecology or other disciplines; - development of a general framework to guide future biotechnology risk assessment efforts; - international regulatory activities.

Safety Assurance for Environmental Introductions of Genetically-Engineered Organisms
Safety Assurance for Environmental Introductions of Genetically-Engineered Organisms

Author: Joseph Fiksel

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-06-29

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 3642731694

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The purpose of this book is to investigate the suitability and applicability of available methods for analyzing the human and ecological risks involved in the release of genetically-modified microorganisms. Main topics include: - risk analysis and assessment; approach to safety assurance; - inventory of available scientific risk assessment methods for biotechnology; - identification of methodology gaps and research needs in biology, ecology or other disciplines; - development of a general framework to guide future biotechnology risk assessment efforts; - international regulatory activities.

Field Testing Genetically Modified Organisms
Field Testing Genetically Modified Organisms

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1989-02-01

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 0309040760

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Potential benefits from the use of genetically modified organismsâ€"such as bacteria that biodegrade environmental pollutantsâ€"are enormous. To minimize the risks of releasing such organisms into the environment, regulators are working to develop rational safeguards. This volume provides a comprehensive examination of the issues surrounding testing these organisms in the laboratory or the field and a practical framework for making decisions about organism release. Beginning with a discussion of classical versus molecular techniques for genetic alteration, the volume is divided into major sections for plants and microorganisms and covers the characteristics of altered organisms, past experience with releases, and such specific issues as whether plant introductions could promote weediness. The executive summary presents major conclusions and outlines the recommended decision-making framework.

Genetically Modified Organisms and Biosafety
Genetically Modified Organisms and Biosafety

Author: Tomme R. Young

Publisher: IUCN

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 2831707986

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Biosafety and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are amongst the most complex of biodiversity issues: from species conservation, to sustainable livelihoods, to socio-cultural policy. The greatest GMO-related need shared by all decision-makers - governmental, civil society, and industrial - is for unbiased background information and a framework for evaluating new evidence. This detailed, background analysis aims to enable IUCN and its Members determine how they should "advance leadership, research, analysis and dissemination of knowledge regarding the potential ecological impact of the release of genetically modified organisms into the environment, focusing especially on biodiversity, socio-economic impact and food security".

Guidelines for Research Involving Planned Introduction Into the Environment of Genetically Modified Organisms
Guidelines for Research Involving Planned Introduction Into the Environment of Genetically Modified Organisms

Author: DIANE Publishing Company

Publisher:

Published: 1995-09-01

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 9780788122811

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Covers: Step 1: determination of the level of safety concern for parental organisms; Step 2: determination of the effect of genetic modifications on safety; and Step 3: determination of the level of safety concern for genetically modified organisms. Appendix includes examples of research evaluated under the guidelines: domestic cattle, oil rapeseed, parasitic wasp, fruit fly, loblolly pine, etc. Definitions and acronyms.

Genetically Engineered Crops
Genetically Engineered Crops

Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2017-01-28

Total Pages: 607

ISBN-13: 0309437385

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Genetically engineered (GE) crops were first introduced commercially in the 1990s. After two decades of production, some groups and individuals remain critical of the technology based on their concerns about possible adverse effects on human health, the environment, and ethical considerations. At the same time, others are concerned that the technology is not reaching its potential to improve human health and the environment because of stringent regulations and reduced public funding to develop products offering more benefits to society. While the debate about these and other questions related to the genetic engineering techniques of the first 20 years goes on, emerging genetic-engineering technologies are adding new complexities to the conversation. Genetically Engineered Crops builds on previous related Academies reports published between 1987 and 2010 by undertaking a retrospective examination of the purported positive and adverse effects of GE crops and to anticipate what emerging genetic-engineering technologies hold for the future. This report indicates where there are uncertainties about the economic, agronomic, health, safety, or other impacts of GE crops and food, and makes recommendations to fill gaps in safety assessments, increase regulatory clarity, and improve innovations in and access to GE technology.

Introduction of Genetically-Modified Organisms Into the Environment
Introduction of Genetically-Modified Organisms Into the Environment

Author: Harold A. Mooney

Publisher:

Published: 1990-12-21

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Extensive controversy exists on the advantages and disadvantages of releasing genetically altered organisms into the environment. Based on research findings by world renowned leaders from the scientific community, it examines the potential benefits and hazards of the introduction of bio-engineered organisms into the environment and creates a dialogue between ecologists and molecular biologists to explore this vast arena. Commissioned by the internationally recognized SCOPE committee for the advancement of scientific thought, this invaluable guide will benefit all those involved in the research and dispensation of genetically altered organisms.

Biotechnology And Safety Assessment
Biotechnology And Safety Assessment

Author: J A Thomas

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2019-08-16

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 1000725154

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This updated text explains how advances in mammalian and plant genetics contribute to better therapeutics agents and more wholesome foods. It addresses such topics as new pharmaceutical agents, agribiotechnology, safety evaluation of biotechnology-derived drugs, food safety, nutritional science, and regulatory and environmental aspects of genetically-modified organisms. New to this edition are chapters on biotherapeutics and herbicide-resistant crops. It should be of interest to biotechnology, toxicologists, pharmaceutical scientists, environmental scientists and agriculturists.