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The European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) is a non-profit association registered under German law.

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The European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) is a non-profit association registered under German law. The purpose of ENSSER is:

“the advancement of science and research for the protection of the environment, biological diversity and human health against negative impacts of new technologies and their products. This especially includes the support and protection of independent and critical research to advance the scientific assessment of the potentially negative impacts. The purpose of the by-laws is the realization of research projects, the award of research assignments to third parties, the realization of scientific events, presentation and discussion of scientific work to the relevant audience, and the advancement of the European and international discourse on the risks and benefits of new technologies and on their regulation.”

ENSSER was founded on August 27, 2009.

The foundation activities were kindly funded by:

 

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Hatzfeld Stiftung

 

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European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility

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The European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) is a non-profit association registered under German law. The purpose of ENSSER is: “the advancement of science and research for the protection of the environment, biological diversity and human health against negative impacts of new technologies and their products. This especially includes the support … Read more

Background

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For many years, numerous controversies within the scientific community as well as in the public sphere regarding techno-scientific issues with potentially long-lasting consequences for the future development of our societies, humankind and our planet have been witnessed. Climate change, loss of biodiversity, development of agro-food systems (GMOs, biotechnology, biosafety, food sovereignty), emerging technologies (e.g. nanotechnologies), … Read more

Democratising Science & Decision Making

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A key aim of ENSSER is to support and defend critical and independent science and research. ENSSER is aware of the increasing corporate influence and control on the agenda setting and conduct of science and research. At the same time, there is an increasing demand by the public and regulators to demonstrate safety and sustainability … Read more

Transparency

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European Transparency Initiative ENSSER is registered as an organisation under the European Transparency Initiative and adheres to its Code of Conduct. Check the Transparency Register   Initiative Transparent Civil Society Information on 10 criteria of the “Initiative Transparent Civil Society” of Transparency International Germany e.V. 1. Name, seat, address and year of foundation: see name, … Read more

Who we are

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The European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) brings together independent scientific expertise to develop public-good knowledge for the critical assessment of existing and emerging technologies. ENSSER is committed to: Transparent, high quality scientific information that focuses on the ecological, health, and socioeconomic aspects of technology use. The assessment of alternative options … Read more

Welcome

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The European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) brings together independent scientific expertise to develop public-good knowledge for the critical assessment of existing and emerging technologies. Please continue reading about “Who we are” here 01/04/17 In response to the threats to Prof. Damián Verzeñassi and his team from the Institute of Socio-Environmental … Read more