
GeneBEcon has launched a webinar series that explores the role of gene editing in Europe’s bioeconomy by sharing project findings, stakeholder insights and discussions on regulatory, environmental and socioeconomic dimensions of new genomic techniques
Public and Business Stakeholder Perceptions on NGT Derived Food Products
This session will present results from a consumer study across five European countries on awareness, perceptions and acceptance of NGT derived food products, highlighting differences in familiarity with NGTs versus GMOs and factors influencing consumer attitudes
• Date and time: Tues 29 April, 14:00 15:30 CEST
Virus Resistant Starch Potato for an Environmentally Friendly Agro Industry System
Experts will discuss research on gene editing to improve virus resistance and starch quality in potatoes, alongside analyses of biosafety requirements, public perceptions and economic impacts for gene edited crops
• Date and time: Tues 13 May, 14:00 15:30 CEST
Microalgae for a High Value and Zero Waste Production System
This webinar will cover gene editing approaches to boost production of high value compounds in microalgae and repurpose residual biomass as poultry feed, addressing biosafety data requirements and market drivers for a zero waste bioeconomy
• Date and time: Tues 27 May, 14:00 15:30 CEST
Une boîte à outils complète et polyvalente pour l'édition de gènes
Researchers will share progress on a gene editing toolbox—including vectors, protocols, and advances in base editing, prime editing and homology directed repair—to support innovation in plant and microbial systems
• Date and time: Tues 10 June, 14:00 15:15 CEST
Registration is open to policymakers, researchers, industry stakeholders and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and food innovation. Visit GeneBEcon’s website to register and join these discussions on shaping the future of responsible gene editing.