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On GE Animals, Taking Initiative through Guidance on Stewardship

BIO hosted a successful special session on August 20th where the first public presentation was made of the BIO Guidance on Genetically Engineered (GE) Animal Stewardship with 100 international scientists and government officials in the audience of the 7th Transgenic Animal Conference, Tahoe, Calif.

Tools in the 21st Century Tool Box: “Hot Science” on GE Animals

Today’s program at the 7th Transgenic Animal Research Conference in Tahoe, Calif., hit the “hot science”, as one researcher from Germany noted during lunch. The research on genetically engineered (GE) animals will reap huge dividends in societal benefits to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

BIO Guidance for Genetically Engineered Animal Stewardship
Scientists Enthusiastic About Potential for Genetically Engineered Animals
Biotech in the Blogosphere
GE Animals: Challenges and Solutions
Biotech Blog Roundup
Regulatory Framework for GE Animals and their Products

BIO and its members engaged in animal biotechnology support a strong federal regulatory system to oversee development and approval of all genetically engineered (GE) animals and the products derived from them.

Guide to Biotechnology 2008

We have used the biological processes of microorganisms for 6,000 years to make useful food products, such as bread and cheese, and to preserve dairy products.

2007-2008 BIO Milestones

Today, the biotechnology industry is enjoying more success and influence than ever before. Our industry’s innovations continue to improve the lives of people worldwide, and the advancement of these innovations is supported by the work of BIO.

Genetically Engineered Animals: Benefits to Come
Genetically Engineered Animals in Public Health
A day for the people, and the animals too
Frequently Asked Questions about Animal Cloning
Biotechnology Solutions for Everyday Life

Biotechnology, the combination of biology and technology, includes biologic applications, diagnostic tools and businesses that improve everyday life by providing solutions to some of life's most vexing problems.

Letters, Testimony & Comments

Agricultural Biotechnology: Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012
July 10 2012
Dear Chairman Lucas and Ranking Member Peterson: Our members are engaged in the development, use and future utilization of agricultural...
Animal Biotechnology: Letter in Support of a Science-Based Review Process at FDA
August 2 2011
Dear Senators Reid and McConnell and Representatives Boehner and Pelosi: We are deeply concerned about recent action in the U.S. House...
Testimony in Support of USDA Research
July 28 2011
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) is the world's largest biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business...
Food Labeling; Labeling of Food Made From AquAdvantage Salmon
November 19 2010
Re: (Docket No. FDA-2010-N-0385) Food Labeling; Labeling of Food Made From AquAdvantage Salmon Dear Sir/Madam: The Biotechnology...
Stewardship: Actions to be Taken Prior to Launching Special Traits
October 4 2010
Dear Secretary Vilsack: For the past 15 years, agricultural products derived from modern biotechnology have provided significant...
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Press Releases

FDA Delay of Salmon Approval is a Blow to Science and Business
February 13 2013
  Now is not the time to gut job-creating investments in science and innovation The U.S. Food and Drug...
BIO Applauds FDA Action on GE Salmon
December 21 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 21, 2012) – Today, as part of its rigorous, scientific regulatory review governing...
BIO Announces Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler to Deliver Keynote at Livestock Biotech Summit
September 12 2012
Washington, D.C. (September 12, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced today Dr. Jon...
BIO Announces Elanco’s Justin Chesnut to Deliver Keynote at Livestock Biotech Summit
September 12 2012
Washington, D.C. (September 12, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced today Justin...
BIO Livestock Biotech Summit Breakout Sessions to Focus on Communications, Research and Finance in Animal Biotech
August 28 2012
Washington, D.C. (August 28, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) Livestock Biotech Summit...
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