GMOs: building the future on the basis of past experience

Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciências

Luiz F.l. Reis²  Marie-anne Van Sluys¹  Richard C. Garratt¹  Humberto M. Pereira¹  Mauro M. Teixeira¹ 

[1] ,Ludwig Institute for Cancer ResearchSão Paulo SP ,Brasil

关键词: biosafety;    genetically modified organisms;    transgene;    biosegurança;    organismos geneticamente modificados;    transgênico;   

DOI  :  10.1590/S0001-37652006000400005

来源: SciELO

【 摘 要 】

Biosafety of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their derivatives is still a major topic in the agenda of government and societies worldwide. The aim of this review is to bring into light that data that supported the decision taken back in 1998 as an exercise to stimulate criticism from the scientific community for upcoming discussions and to avoid emotional and senseless arguments that could jeopardize future development in the field. It must be emphasized that Roundup Ready® soybean is just one example of how biotechnology can bring in significant advances for society, not only through increased productivity, but also with beneficial environmental impact, thereby allowing more rational use of agricultural pesticides for improvement of the soil conditions. The adoption of agricultural practices with higher yield will also allow better distribution of income among small farmers. New species of genetically modified plants will soon be available and society should be capable of making decisions in an objective and well-informed manner, through collegiate bodies that are qualified in all aspects of biosafety and environmental impact.

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