Nagoya Protocol: Analysis and Implementation Options for Developing Countries

A research paper by the South Centre analysing the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing of Genetic Resources and its reference to developing countries. […]

“Milestone” Virus/Benefit-Sharing Agreement with Shortcomings

“Milestone” Virus/Benefit-Sharing Agreement with Shortcomings

A milestone is reached at the WHO on an agreement governing the sharing of influenza viruses and resulting public health benefits including vaccines and diagnostic kits. […]

The Nagoya Protocol and Pathogens

The Nagoya Protocol and Pathogens

This is a Policy Brief by the South Centre on the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing and the issue of microorganisms. […]

Agriculture Nourishing the Planet

Agriculture can address environmental challenges, while also alleviating hunger, reducing malnutrition, and lifting people out of poverty. […]

Benefits of Bt Cotton Elude Farmers in China Over Time

Farmers in parts of China reported increased secondary pests since they adopted Bt cotton while yields have been lower than conventional cotton. […]

Benefits of Bt Cotton Elude Farmers in China Over Time

Benefits of Bt cotton counterbalanced by secondary pests? Perceptions of ecological change in China
Jennifer H. Zhao, Peter Ho und Hossein Azadi

Smallpox Virus is not Needed to Respond to Alleged Unauthorized Stocks

Smallpox Virus is not Needed to Respond to Alleged Unauthorized Stocks

This informational briefing addresses the issue of alleged unauthorized smallpox stocks and explains why, even if they exist, smallpox virus is not needed to respond. Hence, the conclusion that the remaining stocks should be destroyed does not change. […]