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Press Releases on August 15, 2015

36 Press Releases

Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

New research data on the sweetener aspartame to be considered by EFSA’s scientific experts

Aspartame has been authorised for use in foods and as a table-top sweetener for a long time in many countries throughout the world, but it has a controversial history. Since its approval, the safety of aspartame has been discussed in the generalist press …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

'Committed to the Safety of Europe's Food', 5th Anniversary of the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) - Berlin

Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle Dear Minister, Mr President, Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to begin by saying how pleased I am to be here in Berlin with you on the occasion of the Fifth anniversary of the BfR and I would like to thank you sincerely for …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

Model for the assessment of the impact of GM crops on non-target organisms

A mathematical model developed by scientists from EFSA’s GMO Panel and the Panel’s Environmental Working Group has been published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Proceedings of the Royal Society - Biological Sciences. The model has been developed …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

'Quinto aniversario de la creación de la Agencia Española de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutrición (AESAN) y Autoridad Europea de ...

Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle This speech is available only in Spanish. Estimado Presidente de la Agencia Española de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutrición, estimado Félix Estimado Director Ejecutivo y Subdirector de General de Coordinación científica, estimados …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

EFSA issues scientific advice on Q fever

Following a significant increase of human cases of Q fever in the Netherlands, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has provided scientific advice on this animal disease which can also be transmitted to humans.[1] The opinion addresses the …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:28 GMT

New smoke flavourings data support safety of Fumokomp but uncertainties remain for Zesti Smoke Code 10

In 2009, experts on EFSA’s CEF Panel[1] found that the margins of safety for Zesti Smoke Code 10 were too low when considering the uses and use levels specified by manufacturers. On the basis of a new 90-day toxicity study in animals and newly proposed …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 10:00 GMT

Really? Garlic Juice Herpes Treatment Gets Patent; CBCD Reviews a Report

A medical treatment for herpes and other conditions involving intravenous diluted garlic juice injections was recently patented. (1) ROCHESTER, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, August 13, 2015 /EINPresswire.com/ -- “Infected with the herpes virus …

Distribution channels: Conferences & Trade Fairs, Consumer Goods ...
Published on August 15, 2015 - 09:28 GMT

EFSA adopts two opinions on flavourings: further intake data required to pursue risk assessments

In carrying out its risk assessment on flavourings, the AFC Panel reconsidered the approach to be followed in estimating levels of exposure to these substances in order to more precisely calculate exposure levels among regular consumers of foods containing …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 01:21 GMT

EFSA publishes dietary exposure estimates for inorganic arsenic

The latest analysis gives lower estimates of dietary exposure to inorganic arsenic than those reported by EFSA in 2009. The accuracy of the estimates has been improved by using consumption and occurrence data that were not available in 2009 and a more …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 01:21 GMT

Séralini et al. study conclusions not supported by data, says EU risk assessment community

EFSA today delivered its final evaluation of the paper by Séralini et al. which raised concerns about the potential toxicity of genetically modified (GM) maize NK603 and of a herbicide containing glyphosate. In particular, it suggested a link between …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 01:21 GMT

EFSA 10th Anniversary Scientific Conference “Challenging boundaries in risk assessment – sharing experiences”: Notes & quotes ...

On 7-8 November 2012, more than 600 of the world’s leading food safety experts took part in a high-level scientific conference organised by EFSA to mark its tenth anniversary. Scientific and technological advances as well as the changing legislative …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 01:07 GMT

Western Hemisphere: Dominican Republic: Start of Deportations

The United States is aware of the decision by the Dominican Republic to begin deporting persons who are deemed illegally present in the country. We recognize the prerogative of the Dominican Republic to remove individuals from its territory who are present …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on August 15, 2015 - 01:03 GMT

China: IMF Executive Board Concludes 2015 Article IV Consultation

Press Release No. 15/380 August 14, 2015 On July 22, 2015, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation1 with the People’s Republic of China. China is transitioning to a new normal, with slower yet …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry
Published on August 15, 2015 - 00:18 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: Ambassador David Saperstein's Visit to Sudan

From August 2-10, Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom David Saperstein traveled to Khartoum to discuss religious freedom with government officials, religious leaders, and civil society representatives. In meetings with Sudanese …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on August 15, 2015 - 00:17 GMT

Africa: Ambassador David Saperstein's Visit to Sudan

From August 2-10, Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom David Saperstein traveled to Khartoum to discuss religious freedom with government officials, religious leaders, and civil society representatives. In meetings with Sudanese …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on August 15, 2015 - 00:14 GMT

IMF Video: Three Things You Need to Know about Chinaâ€™s Economy

Three Things You Need to Know about China’s Economy August 14, 2015 China’s economy is undertaking a transition to a safer and more sustainable growth. Markus Rodlauder and Steve Barnett give an overview of this year’s Staff Report and recent market …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry

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