The Institute of Health and Environmental Research Inc. (IHER)
is a not-for-profit research institute with a scientific interest
in the safety of genetically modified (GM) organisms,
particularly those destined for food.
IHER criticises commercial release of GM canola
Gene flow and genetically engineered crops
Genetically modified foods - safety and regulatory issues
Dr Phil Davies discusses the risks of GM genes in GM crops entering non-GM crops, insects and other organisms [Read more]
Genetic engineering bears little resemblance to conventional breeding [Read more]
This document explores the potentially harmful effects of GM foods on human health and - in doing so - focuses upon the most commonly eaten GM foods in Australia. Dr Carman looks first at how GM foods are made and then considers some of the potential risks that inform a safety evaluation of these foods, especially in relation to the safety testing that has been done. [Read more]