Scientific and technical public advocacy consulting on GMO biosafety initatives

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have been commercialized worldwide, without comprehensive pre-release biosafety testing. Regulators and the general public desire holistic, multidisciplinary research to understand the real risks of genetically modified foords to human health, the environment and food safety. Contemporary scientific evidence suggests the need for greater precaution yet funding for biosafety research continues to lag behind developments in the field of recombinant applied biotechnology. Biosafety research and GMO monitoring will be crucial for generating transparent, accessible and scientifically valid information to evaluate both potential benefits and risks associated with GM technology in agriculture. This information can then be conveyed to the public and policy makers alike to make informed consumer and regulatory decisions.

In this context, Biosafety research and GMO monitoring will be crucial for generating transparent, accessible and scientifically valid information about the potential hazards and risks of GM crops. As an publically funded scientist with no financial connections to industry, David Quist, Ph.D., offers public advocacy-based scientific and technical services for GMO biosafety programs to help ensure sustainable solutions for agriculture. From community based initiatives to national level Cartagena Protocol implementation, my recent projects involve both scientific research, community outreach, and local capacity building efforts for GMO detection. A detailed list of contributions can be found in my curriculum vitae. For further information or inquiries, please contact me directly. Be sure to visit the links on GMO issues and beyond.