GMO Research Programme - Reports
GMOs for bioremediation of organic and inorganic pollutants
Ref EPG 1/5/142
Synopsis
This report constitutes a review of the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for the bioremediation of organic and inorganic pollutants. The report covers the current and future applications of GMOs in bioremediation, an assessment of the risks posed to the environment and human health, and the management strategies available to reduce the likelihood of any risks from being realised. The information presented in this report was compiled from details published in peer-reviewed journals, from information presented at a one-day workshop held as part of the project and the expertise of the project consortium.
Start and completion dates
Project started June 2000 and completed March 2002.
Final report
Available to download in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format (1.7 MB - nb large file - you are advised to read the further information on our Help page about downloading or reading PDF documents)
Other publications
Not yet available
Contact details
Contractor
Dr Colin Cartwright
WS Atkins Environment
Thomson House
Birchwood Science Park
Warrington Road
Risley
Warrington WA3 6AT
colin.cartwright@atkinsglobal.com
Defra
Dr Steven Hill
3/H10 Ashdown House
123 Victoria Street
London, SW1E 6DE.
020 7082 8122
GM@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Page last modified:
20 April, 2004
Page published: 2 March 2004