Limits and risks of biotechnology in veterinary medicine from the viewpoint of the reproductive biologist
Hahn, J.
Deutsche Tierärztliche Wochenschrift 96(2): 72-73
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0341-6593 PMID: 2647458 Document Number: 327799
New biotechnical methods in reproduction have been introduced in animal breeding via embryo transfer. There are no serious objections against these methods as long as the variety of species in reassured and the animal protection law is considered. More substantial objections exist against genetic engineering methods which alter the genome of animals. Beside for legal protection there is a strong public demand for the adequate awareness and responsibility of scientists who are active in this field. Comprehensive information on such research projects can lead to a better understanding of the aims and methods and might, therefore, help to reduce inadequate apprehensions.