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Genetic engineering
Check carefully, approve safely.
The release of genetically modified organisms (GMO) for scientific trials needs to be approved by the BVL. If GMO are to be cultivated commercially, the BVL will provide a statement in the Community approval process of the EU. Furthermore, the BVL manages the international information exchange on GMO in the Biosafety Clearing House for Germany. The BVL hosts the secretary of the Central Committee on Biological Safety (ZKBS). The ZKBS advises the Federal Government and the Federal States in safety-relevant questions on genetic engineering.
Many topics, one goal
Monitoring
The placing on the market of GMOs is accompanied by a post market monitoring to detect potential effects on the environment.
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- Who does what?
- Responsibilities in specific areas
- Responsibilities for biosafety institiutions