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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
BVL
Handling of GMO
Anybody handling GMO hast o take precautionary measures and follow regulations.
www.transgen.de
Auhorization procedures
The authorization of the deliberate release or placing on the market and the operation of a contained use facility follows certain procedures explained here.
biosicherheit.de
After authorization
After authorization GMO are subject to regulations which are explained here.
Marcus Gloger / BVL
Detection methods and sampling
The competent laboratories of the Federal States analyse samples for GMO content on a regular basis.
BVL
Biosafety institutions
Here you will find information on the Cartagena Protocol and the Central Committee on Biological Safety (ZKBS).
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Further information (in German)
Here you will find databases and links available in the area of genetic engineering.
Freelancer0111 - pixelio.de
Legal framework
Here you will find an overview of the legal framework on the national, European and international level.