Public Perception of New Breeding Techniques (NBTs): A Multinational Statistical Analysis and Implications
Abstract
New
Breeding
Techniques
(NBTs),
such
as
CRISPR-Cas9,
TALENs,
and
ODM,
are
reshaping
the
way
we
develop
plant-based
products
for
food
cosmetic
applications
by
allowing
more
precise
efficient
trait
improvements.
However,
despite
their
scientific
potential,
global
acceptance
regulation
of
NBT-derived
continue
to
vary
widely.
This
study
provides
a
comparative
analysis
public
perceptions
across
six
countries—Spain,
France,
China,
Japan,
Brazil,
United
States—focusing
on
consumer
attitudes
toward
NBT
use
in
skincare
products.
Based
survey
data
from
724
participants,
found
clear
regional
differences
familiarity,
risk
perception,
NBTs.
Participants
China
Japan
showed
relatively
higher
awareness
openness
these
technologies.
In
contrast,
respondents
Spain
France
were
skeptical,
especially
when
it
came
environmental
risks.
opinions
evenly
split,
reflecting
ongoing
national
discussions.
Despite
U.S.
having
product-based
regulatory
framework,
trust
safety
willingness
consume
goods
was
notably
low.
One
most
consistent
findings
strong
support
mandatory
labeling
all
countries,
signaling
shared
expectation
transparency.
Claims
framing
“green”
or
sustainable
received
limited
agreement,
particularly
Western
countries.
Statistical
analyses
confirmed
significant
response
patterns,
although
average
scores
did
not
significantly.
These
results
point
importance
considering
social
cultural
context
development
communication
innovations.
While
is
gradually
increasing,
broader
adoption
will
depend
transparent
regulation,
locally
adapted
strategies,
genuine
engagement.
Building
through
clear,
evidence-based
messaging—and
respecting
values
concerns—will
be
essential
ensuring
responsible
widely
accepted
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Published: April 21, 2025
Language: Английский