New Zealand has historically had a conservative approach to gene editing, but embracing gene editing technology could allow us to […]
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Gene editing in primary industries – Expert Reaction
A new discussion paper evaluates the potential uses of gene editing for New Zealand’s primary industries. New Zealand has historically […]
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Election 2017 – SMC science Q&A with political parties
The Science Media Centre put questions on key science-related issues to the political parties ahead of the General Election scheduled […]
Continue readingCRISPR used to edit embryos — Expert Reaction
After much speculation last week, US scientists have published a study in Nature in which they used CRISPR to edit human […]
Continue readingLocal councils, medical trials and GMOs – Expert Q&A
UPDATED: Medical trials involving genetically modified vaccines and other GM treatments will still be allowed under planning changes Auckland and […]
Continue readingCourt upholds GMO ruling – In the News
The High Court has upheld a ruling allowing regional councils to determine whether genetically modified organisms (GMOs) can be banned […]
Continue readingNobels’ challenge Greenpeace over GM – Expert reaction
Over 100 Nobel laureates have signed their name to an open letter challenging Greenpeace to end its opposition to genetically […]
Continue readingUPDATED: New technology blurring line on GE crops – Expert reaction
Genetically engineered crops are safe, but new regulations are needed as the definition of GE organisms becomes blurred, say US academies. […]
Continue readingProf Peter Kemp on GMOs in the Hawke’s Bay
Writing in Hawke’s Bay Today Professor Peter Kemp, Head of the Institute of Agriculture and the Environment at Massey University, […]
Continue readingLatest updates on Zika – Expert reaction
As more Zika virus cases are reported in South America and the Pacific, media attention has turned to GM mosquitoes […]
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