The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment
VKM carries out risk assessments for the Norwegian Food Safety Authority and the Norwegian Environment Agency.
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97 researchers shall provide public authorities with independent assessments about food and the environment
The Ministry of Health and Care Services has appointed a new Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) for the period from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2030.
Genetically Modified Organisms
National Guidance for Environmental Risk Assessment of GM Animals in Field Trials
Key message: The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) has developed a guidance document for the environmental risk assessment of genetically modified (GM) animals intended for use in field trials.
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Video in the English language illustrate how organisations that work with scientific research can cooperate with EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority.
VKM participates in the European partnership for the assessment of risks from chemicals (PARC)
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VKM leads the Collaboration to Harmonise the Assessment of Next Generation Evidence (CHANGE).