The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland
10/10/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/09/2024 16:32
How to talk respectfully about genetic modification
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How to talk respectfully about genetic modification
10 October 2024
Discussion about the use of genetic modification technology outside the lab can easily become polarised. Research suggests a way to avoid this.
Researchers have looked at how New Zealand can talk respectfully about the introduction of genetic modification outside the lab.
The Government's plan to end New Zealand's effective ban on the use of gene technologies outside the laboratory has reignited debate about this historically contested topic.
The Government aims to pass legislation and introduce a gene tech regulator before 2026, while opposition parties want broad conversations with New Zealanders to gauge their opinions.
Such conversations are complex. They must include a diverse range of people because discussions about gene technology bring strong reactions based on people's values and beliefs. SPECIAL FEATURE: How to talk respectfully about genetic modification?
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