What is a genetically modified organism? New Zealand’s legal system is struggling with the question in the face of emerging […]
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‘Should Genetic Engineering play a part in NZ’s future?’
“Should Genetic Engineering play a part in New Zealand’s future?” That was the question at the heart of a debate […]
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GM maize and cancer study retracted – experts respond
A controversial study on the effects of genetically modified maize on rats has now been retracted by the publishing journal. […]
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In the latest twist in the recent scientific discussion over whether double stranded RNA from plants in our diet can interfere […]
Continue readingGM feeding study in pigs – experts respond
A study examining the long-term health effects in pigs of a diet containing genetically modified crops has been published this […]
Continue readingUpdated – Experts on regulatory bodies’ approach to GM products
UPDATED: Independent experts have responded to accusations that lax regulations are allowing potentially unsafe genetically modified products into New Zealand […]
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Authorities are investigating a potential breach of GM requirements at Lincoln University following the discovery of a genetically modified fungus […]
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Global food supply will have to double by the middle of the century to feed the world’s burgeoning population, and […]
Continue readingGene doping in sport? – Morning Report
For Radio New Zealand’s Morning Report, William Ray investigates the current and future possibilities of genetic manipulation to enhance performance […]
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