Genetically Modified Organisms in Developing Countries
Author | : Ademola A. Adenle |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 323 |
Release | : 2017-06-09 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781108239134 |
ISBN-13 | : 1108239137 |
Rating | : 4/5 (34 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Bringing together the ideas of experts from around the world, this incisive text offers cutting-edge perspectives on the risk analysis and governance of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), supporting effective and informed decision-making in developing countries. Comprised of four comprehensive sections, this book covers: integrated risk analysis and decision making, giving an overview of the science involved and examining risk analysis methods that impact decision-making on the release of GMOs, particularly in developing countries; diversification of expertise involved in risk analysis and practical ways in which the lack of expertise in developing countries can be overcome; risk analysis based regulatory systems and how they can be undermined by power relationships and socio-political interests, as well as strategies for improving GMO policy development and regulatory decision-making; and case studies from developing countries providing lessons based on real-world experience that can inform our current thinking.