Is nanotechnology the new GM? (by Dr Joan Wright PhD, LLB (Hons) BHSc)

While many are still grappling with the issues relating to foods produced using gene technology, others have turned their attention to nanotechnology.  Here the technologists are working with tiny particles of matter– a nanometre is one billionth of a metre. This article is a heads-up to readers that another exciting but controversial technology is heading the way of the food product trade. There are great opportunities and challenges where food is produced using nanotechnology. From a regulatory perspective the similarities between gene technology and nanotechnology are obvious so are we using the experiences gained from the gene technology debate to prepare the public for this latest technological advance in its food supply? This article of 2,700 words provides an in-depth analysis of the area and also examines and compares what is happening in each major jurisdiction around the world.

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