Overview

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.

Sections Covered

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: practical ways in which the lack of expertise in developing countries can be overcome;

Risk analysis based regulatory systems: 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;

Case studies from developing countries: providing lessons based on real-world experience that can inform our current thinking.