Ethical Dimensions of Academic and Public Debates about Genetically Modified Foods in Australia
Overview
The aim of this research
is to examine ethical dimensions of public and academic debates about
GM food. To
this end,
the following will be explored:
- The
Precautionary Principle and its application to new technological advances
- The Doctrine of Substantial Equivalence
- Genetic Integrity and Genetic Trespassing
- Consumer sovereignty and labelling
- The Development of Nutraceuticals and Biopharmaceuticals for third
world use
My research project is divided into 2 main sections: (1) theoretical
investigation of key concepts in the GM debate with reference to
particular issues of concern with plant genetic engineering;
(2) some practical
ways to better educate the public about genetic technology encouraging
consumer sovereignty and risk communication.
OPPE Staff
Lucy Carter and Wayne Hall (co-supervisor)
Collaborators
William Grey (supervisor) School of History, Philosophy, Religion and Classics, The University of Queensland
Status
In progress
Outcomes
This is Lucy Carter's PhD project. Peer-reviewed publications will also be produced.
Funding
ARC Centre of Excellence for Integrative Legume Research (CILR)
Contact webmaster: oppe@uq.edu.au
Last updated: 9 September
2004