Genetically Modified Organisms in Developing Countries Hardcover

Ademola A Adenle

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. 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 and practical ways in which the lack of expertise in developing countries can be overcome; risk analysis based regulatory systems and 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; and case studies from developing countries providing lessons based on real-world experience that can inform our current thinking. Book Description: Consistent growth of the global population poses a great challenge for developing countries, with a sharp increase in the demand for food production. This book provides the information and ideas necessary to create robust, fit-for-purpose decision-making frameworks to guide sustainable development, use and regulation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to meet this challenge.

1107151910

English

Cambridge University Press

2017