DTREEv2, a computer-based support system for the risk assessment of genetically modified plants

作者:Pertry Ine*; Nothegger Clemens; Sweet Jeremy; Kuiper Harry; Davies Howard; Iserentant Dirk; Hull Roger; Mezzetti Bruno; Messens Kathy; De Loose Marc; de Oliveira Dulce; Burssens Sylvia; Gheysen Godelieve; Tzotzos George
来源:New Biotechnology, 2014, 31(2): 166-171.
DOI:10.1016/j.nbt.2013.11.005

摘要

Risk assessment of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) remains a contentious area and a major factor influencing the adoption of agricultural biotech. Methodologically, in many countries, risk assessment is conducted by expert committees with little or no recourse to databases and expert systems that can facilitate the risk assessment process. In this paper we describe DTREEv2, a computer-based decision support system for the identification of hazards related to the introduction of GM-crops into the environment. DTREEv2 structures hazard identification and evaluation by means of an Event-Tree type of analysis. The system produces an output flagging identified hazards and potential risks. It is intended to be used for the preparation and evaluation of biosafety dossiers and, as such, its usefulness extends to researchers, risk assessors and regulators in government and industry.

  • 出版日期2014-3-25