The Gene Technology Ethics Committee (GTEC)
Submission on the Draft Guidelines on Xenotransplantation Research
This submission from GTEC makes general comments on the National Health and Medical Research Council's Draft Guidelines and Discussion Paper, but also emphasises aspects of particular concern to GTEC in relation to xenotransplantation involving genetically modified animal donors. In its comments where genetically modified animals are involved, GTEC is applying its broad responsibilities under the Gene Technology Act 2000 (the Act). GTEC is working towards the development of broadly based ethical principles for application under the Act, that will include those that relate to protection of the environment, not just relating to protection of the health and safety of people.Submission on the Draft Guidelines on Xenotransplantation Research (RTF 72 KB)
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