BioSearch Database
The information system on gene technology
According to the GenTG the JKI is involved in the release and placing on the market of GMO as one of the authorities giving their opinion on relevant applications. In support of this function a database is maintained in the field of gene technology and GMO.
Presently, the database mainly records release and placing on the market events from EU countries, as well as documents and reports regarding gene technology and bios
External links to national servers
Applications for the release of GMO in Germany: BVL
Applications for commercialisation of GMO in EU countries: BVL
GMO Location Register (for Germany): BVL
GM food and feed products: BfR
External links to the EU
Scientific Committee on Plants at the EU Commission (Discussion documents on transgenic plants)
GMO Food and Environment Sector
WebSNIF Deliberate Field Trials (SNIF database)
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
External link to the OECD
Release and commercialisation of GMO in OECD member states (BioTrack Online)
External link to the USDA
Release and deregulation of GMO in the USA
Regulation schemes, directives
Application procedures for the release of GMO in Germany (pdf)
