Two members of the BIOHAZ Panel expressed minority opinions concerning the possibility of adverse effects of antibiotic resistance marker genes on human health and the environment. EFSA has asked the Panels to consider whether the minority opinions require …
Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle Speaking Notes Dear Chairman, Representatives of the Italian Ministries of Labour, Health and Social Affairs and the Environment, Land and Sea, Member of the European Parliament, Representative of the European Commission, and …
In the European Union (EU), the placing on the market and use of plant protection products are regulated under Council Directive 91/414/EC. This Directive contains rules to be applied in a uniform way by the Member States on the conditions and procedures …
EFSA was asked by the European Commission to assess the risks to human health related to the presence of cadmium in foodstuffs in order to support risk managers in reviewing the maximum permitted levels in food. EFSA was also asked to indicate the relative …
Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle Dear Representative of the Italian Government, Mr President of the Province, Mr Mayor, Members of the school administration and local authorities, Students of the Scuola per l’Europa, Ladies and gentlemen, Allow me first of all …
The first meeting took place at EFSA’s headquarters in Parma, Italy, on Friday 26 March. It was attended by 25 experts nominated by 19 European countries, as well as members of EFSA’s scientific Panel on food contact materials (CEF Panel) and …
During the process of genetic modification of plants and other organisms, marker genes are normally used in order to facilitate the selection and identification of genetically modified cells containing the gene of interest among the vast majority of …
In his introduction Herman Koëter, EFSA’s Acting Director and Chair of the meeting, explained EFSA’s role as a fully independent body charged with the risk assessment of food and feed. He addressed fundamental issues such as the scientific approach and …
Riitta Maijala, EFSA’s Director of Scientific Evaluation of Regulated Products, commented: “This important document is the result of several years work by the EFSA GMO Panel. It will ensure continued rigor in the application process, strengthen and promote …
HICKSVILLE, NY - (NewMediaWire) - August 10, 2015 - WRAPmail, Inc. (OTC PINK: WRAP) (http://www.wrapmail.com) is pleased to provide a corporate update for shareholders. CEO Marco Alfonsi announced today several updates for WRAPmail, Inc. First, the …
New Installations Usher in Lowest Wind Energy Prices to Date Washington, D.C. -- According to two reports released today by the Energy Department, the U.S. wind energy industry continued growing at an impressive rate in 2014, further solidifying America’s …
Although hydration tracking apps holds a miniscule share in the smart water bottle market, it is expected to witness robust growth in the future. VALLEY COTTAGE, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2015 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Future Market Insights (FMI), …
Today PJSC Gazprom issued its unaudited consolidated interim condensed financial information prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 Interim Financial Reporting (IAS 34) for the three months ended March 31, 2015. The table below …
Funding supports global efforts to strengthen communities, promote well-being, and protect our environment ATLANTA, Aug. 10, 2015 – The Coca-Cola Foundation awarded $26.2 million USD to 74 community organizations during the first half of 2015. These grants …
Of the substances evaluated to date by EFSA within the “Flavouring Evaluation Programme” some 2,800 were already on the market while around 200 are new. This large number of substances needed to be evaluated under European legislation to ensure that they …
Release No. 0228.15 Contact: FAS Food Assistance Division (202) 720-4221 Printable version Email this page Agriculture Deputy Secretary Announces New McGovern-Dole Projects to Benefit More Than 2.5 Million Children Worldwide RWANDA, Aug. 10, 2015 – …
40 employees and dependents will receive $100,000 in college scholarships GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 10, 2015-- Today, GameStop announced that 40 recipients have been selected to receive $100,000 in grants as part of the company’s “Power to …
