Ethical Aspects for Risk Assessment of Environment Genetically Engineered Microorganisms

Ethical Aspects for Risk Assessment of Environment Genetically Engineered Microorganisms

In spite positive role of Genetically Engineered Microorganisms (GEMs) in sustainable bioremediation, environmental management , agriculture and aquaculture , there are many concerns and risks from GEMs to the environment : persistency of transgene or transgene products, susceptibility of non- target organisns, increased used of chemicals in agriculture, and unpredictable gene expression of transgene instability . risk assessment and bioethics, like biotechnology itself, is dynamic . thus Environmental risk assessment of GEMs, which is basically different from those associated with chemicals, should be evaluated and used within the context of a scientifically based regulatory policy that encourages innovation without compromising sound environmental management.