Beyond 'substantial equivalence': Showing that a genetically modified food is chemically similar to its natural counterpart is not adequate evidence that it is safe for human consumption
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If genetically modified (GM) food can be characterized as substantially equivalent to its natural antecedent, it is assumed to be no threat to health and therefore acceptable for commercial use. However the concept of substantial equivalence has not been properly defined, and it should be replaced with a practical approach actively investigating the safety and toxicity of GM foods.
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 1999
Safety and security measures, Food, Genetically modified plants, Food safety
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 1999
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Optical detection of meteoroidal impacts on the Moon
Article Abstract:
Five impact flashes on the night side of the Moon were detected.
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2000
Research, Meteors, Moon
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2000
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