Many items of news from the gene laboratories are fascinating, some frightening. Nobody knows what direction research will take. One thing is certain, though: the insurance industry will be one of the branches of industry directly affected.
In the EU "green genetic engineering" is regarded with more scepticism. One of the reasons for this is the uncertainty as to what liability risks are involved in the cultivation of GM crops. »more
In coming years, biochips will make their way into the realm of clinical medicine, and all major diagnostic laboratories will offer genetic tests based on this technology. »more
Dr. Achim Regenauer on the implications of the genetic revolution for the insurance industry. »more
The causes of common diseases like cancer or strokes are complex, but the latest scientific findings are promising. »more
Genetic engineering developments: Three future scenarios. »more
For the first time a study has actually calculated that we are likely to see a reduction in life expectancy in the USA. Is live expectancy really going down? »more
Munich Re experts answer questions on the consequences of genetic engineering for the insurance industry. »more
News on insurance-related topics from the field of genetic engineering. »more
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