Open AccessConsiderations on release of gene‐technologically engineered microorganisms into the environment
Author(s) -
Domsch K.H.,
Driesel A.J.,
Goebel W.,
Andersch W.,
Lindenmaier W.,
Lotz W.,
Reber H.,
Schmidt F.
Publication year - 1988
Publication title -
fems microbiology letters
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.899
H-Index - 151
eISSN - 1574-6968
pISSN - 0378-1097
DOI - 10.1111/j.1574-6968.1988.tb02672.x-i1
Subject(s) - microorganism , gene , computational biology , genetically engineered , biology , genetics , bacteria , chemistry
The present study points out the principles to be observed by a manufacturer as a precaution against risks in the case of a deliberate release of genetically altered microorganisms or viruses. Possible hazard potentials are deduced step by step from ecological and genetic facts, and are substantiated and correlated with considerations concerning the likehood of their occurrence. References are given to test procedures and suitable methods for genetic and ecological safeguards. The study indicated the questions likely to be answered in the course of a registration procedure, and the areas in which research activity is urgently required.