Science and International Agreements: The Case of Genetically Modified Organisms and Risk

Murphy, J. (2003) Science and International Agreements: The Case of Genetically Modified Organisms and Risk. Other. ESRC Centre for Social and Economic Research on Innovation in Genomics, Edinburgh, Scotland.

Abstract

The role of science in international agreements is being challenged. Some stakeholders continue to defend it as an independent source of objective knowledge. Others argue that science—or the claims made about scientific evidence—is shaped by the values and interests of those involved. Potentially these disagreements have dramatic implications for multilateral environmental agreements and the rules that underpin global trade. Valuable insights into this problem can be gained by examining the ways in which international agreements and institutions are currently dealing with trade in genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

• Item Type: Research Reports or Papers (Other)
• Additional Information: Written evidence to the Science and Technology Select Committee of the House of Lords (Sub-Committee I)
• Status: Published
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Murphy, Professor Joseph
• Authors: Murphy, J.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > School of Social & Environmental Sustainability
• Publisher: ESRC Centre for Social and Economic Research on Innovation in Genomics