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The forum promotes a differentiated and objective approach to new developments in genetic research. To this end, it provides scientific information on a broad spectrum of socially relevant topics and, on this basis, promotes the dialogue between research, politics and society.more

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The Forum for Genetic Research addresses developments in genetic research and their impact on society. In doing so, the Forum promotes exchange between scientists, decision-makers and the public.

News from the Forum for Genetic Research

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  • Interactive Workshop Human Genome Editing February 18th 2021
  • Pflanzenzüchtung
  • Prof. Alexandre Reymond
  • Plant breeding – from cross breeding to genome editing.
  • Gene drives: benefits, risks, and possible applications
  • Personalisierte Gesundheit im Gespräch
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Vector vaccines against the coronavirus

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SCNAT
Forum for Genetic Research
House of Academies
PO Box
3001 Bern
Switzerland

+41 31 306 93 36
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Monkey, Mouse or Zebrafish?

Zebrafish
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How do researchers justify the choice of animals for their research? Do their choices always provide the greatest benefit – or the least harm for that benefit? And how do