Genes on the Menu. Facts for Knowledge-based Decisions
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Author(s): P. Pechan and S. E. de Vries
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3540201785
Format: hardback + CD-ROM
217pp
Price: £23.00, $39.95, €29.95
Review Date: 19 April 2005
Review: In spite of the promising contribution of genetic modification of plants, criticisms have been levied by non-governmental organisations, activist groups, politicians and individuals. This book provides a critical overview of the genetically modified organisms (GMO) debate and discusses the key issues. The authors approach the subject from the viewpoint of GMO research in a societal setting, showing the intricacies and interdependencies of sciences, risk management, decision making, stakeholders and social responsibilities. The CD contains a film, Genes on the Menu, that provides a primer for the reader, discussing whether we need GM foods and who decides they really are safe.