Journal or Publishing Institution: Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews
Study: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/02648725.2004.10648060
Author(s): Freese, W. and Schubert, D.
Article Type: Book
Record ID: 714
Abstract: We describe the US regulatory system for GE foods, and with specific examples, point out serious deficiencies in both regulatory oversight and corporate testing procedures. It is clear that the US regulatory process must be made mandatory, as well as more stringent and transparent. Any legal obstacles standing in the way of a thorough, mandatorY1 pre-market review process lllUst be overcome, with new statutes specifically designed for genetically engineered foods. Truly sound science must prevail in the debate over genetically engineered foods to ensure the safety of both conSluners and the environment. The outline for an initial screening regimen proposed here offers an additional step toward this end.
Citation: Freese, W. and Schubert, D., 2004. Safety testing and regulation of genetically engineered foods. Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews, 21(1), pp.299-324.
