New genomic techniques are entering EU law. Who makes sure the rules work in practice? Our policy workshop on the new EU NGT framework: late October 2026. Date, venue & registration soon. ℹ️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #Darwin_NGT #NewGenomicTechniques #HorizonEurope
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New Genomic Techniques, New Food Systems #Darwin_NGT is a #HorizonEU funded project. Account managed by ICONS Innovation Strategies #EUFarm2Fork Learn more: https://darwin-ngt.eu/
New publication alert 📢 DARWIN-supported researchers advanced the detection of genome edited crops in complex food mixtures using adaptive sampling & genomic analysis. Led by partner @sciensano.be, the study supports stronger traceability and food transparency. #FoodInnovation #HorizonEU #DARWIN_NGT
DARWIN researchers advance detection of genome-edited crops in food mixtures - Darwin
The EU project DARWIN explores innovative approaches to improve the detection and identification of genome-edited organisms.
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We are glad to announce that our partner @ohnegentechnik.bsky.social will co-organise the Non-GMO Summit 2026. Furthermore, our partner Marie-Alice Fraiture (@sciensano.be), will participate with a panel focusing on the state of play in the development of detection methods. Discover more:
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This latest study reviews strategies based on metabolomics, proteomics, microRNA, methylation, and glycosylation profiling. These #non-genomic approaches are presented as relevant tools for the detection of new plant varieties, as well as for supporting regulatory compliance. Learn more:
Study reviews detection methods beyond DNA in genome-edited plants - Darwin
As genome editing technologies continue to evolve, there is a growing need for methods capable of detecting and characterising the changes they introduce in crops.
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Kudos to our partner @sciensano.be for being named a Key Innovator by the @ec.europa.eu Innovation Radar! This recognition highlights their work in #DARWIN_NGT, advancing innovative #NGT detection for a more sustainable and fair food system. ℹ️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #HorizonEU
DARWIN Partner Sciensano recognised as key innovator - Darwin
A recent European-level acknowledgement draws attention to research conducted within the DARWIN project, reflecting ongoing efforts to support sustainable and transparent food systems.
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Ugo Marchesi, Executive Biologist, explains how the validation of emerging #NGTs differs from traditional #GMO approaches. The interview highlights the importance of tailored methods, appropriate controls, and rigorous testing to support reliable results and transparency. 📺 youtu.be/6mCmdYy1iKw?...
DARWIN NGTs: Validating detection methods to ensure food transparency
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Laura Krumm, Researcher at @jlugiessen.bsky.social, provides an overview of the stakeholders involved in the #DARWIN_NGT project, outlining their key interests, the potential impact on different sectors, and the broader implications for the future. Watch the full interview ➡ youtu.be/L7a2VbfjaKU
The DARWIN Stakeholder Ecosystem
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In this interview, Marie-Alice Fraiture (@sciensano.be) explains the role of #genomesequencing and shares the progress achieved so far within #DARWIN_NGT. Watch the full interview here: 📺 youtu.be/KxSs7Yqelb4 #NGT #GMO #HorizonEU
Genome Sequencing: A Core Topic for DARWIN project
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As new genomic techniques are evolving, important questions are raising about traceability, regulation, and consumer choice. Why is developing reliable detection tools crucial for a transparent and trustworthy food system? Read more ➡️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #GMO #NGT #HorizonEU
Cracking the code of hidden food edits - Darwin
As new genomic techniques blur the line between natural and engineered plants, detecting tiny DNA edits has become a scientific puzzle. Researchers are developing tools capable of spotting even single...
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What are consumers’ attitudes towards, & acceptance of, plant-based food produced using #NGTs? #DARWIN_NGT team conducted a representative survey to understand public perceptions of NGTs & to support informed consumer choices & transparent decision-making. ➡️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #HorizonEU
Consumer survey: exploring consumer acceptance of food from NGTs - Darwin
In the framework of the DARWIN project, a team from Justus-Liebig University Giessen, JLU (Germany) and the Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology, IRTA (Spain), led by Professor Wencke Gwozdz ...
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In this interview, Odd-Gunnar Wikmark, Research Director Gene Technology, Environment and Society at NORCE and #DARWIN_NGT Project Coordinator, gives a brief glimpse into the potential of the DARWIN project and how this initiative could help shape the future. 📺 youtu.be/vPY3qnLJ7GU #NGT #HorizonEU
Meet DARWIN
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In this interview, Georgios Manassakis, Agronomist and R&D Project Manager at WINGS, presents the Darwin #DATASPACE and the role of #DARWIN_NGT in supporting transparency in the #foodsystem. 📺 Watch the full interview here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GecJ... #HorizonEU #NGT
DARWIN Dataspace: making food transparency a reality
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Discover how validation of emerging #genomictechniques differs from traditional #GMO approaches in the interview with our partner Ugo Marchesi, Executive Biologist at IZS Lazio e Toscana (IZSLT). ➡️ youtu.be/6mCmdYy1iKw #NGT #HorizonEU
DARWIN NGTs: Validating detection methods to ensure food transparency
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Learn more about the DARWIN Dataspace, a secure platform for genomic and lab data, in the interview with our partner Georgios Massanakis, Agronomist and R&D Project Manager at WINGS. Discover how #DARWIN_NGT technology is making the #FoodSystem more transparent! ➡️ youtu.be/GecJPzrnV9o #blockchain
DARWIN Dataspace: making food transparency a reality
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Last week, the consortium gathered for the #DARWIN_NGT second annual meeting, setting the stage to share and highlight the latest results, policy updates, and consumer survey findings. Learn more➡️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #HorizonEU #NGT #GMO
Discussions and updates from the evolving field of NGT detection methods - Darwin
The second annual meeting for the DARWIN consortium has successfully concluded highlighting new scientific results in detection methods for NGTs, policy updates, and consumer survey findings.
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The #DARWIN_NGT consortium gathered for the project's annual meeting in Gerona🇪🇸 We had the privilege of visiting IRTA's pilot plant and neuroscience lab, where we explored their AI tool for assessing consumer behaviour. #horizonEU #NGT
📣Attention! Science in progress. The first #Darwin_NGT policy brief is now online. It focuses on the analytical detection of New Genomic Techniques ( #NGTs ) in #food and feed. Find it at this link ➡️ zenodo.org/records/1716... #HorizonEU #GMO
📘The #DARWINproject just released a new policy briefing! 👉 Some takeaways: ✅ Detection of NGT products is possible! ✅ PCR-based methods (qPCR, dPCR) remain highly effective. ✅ Sequencing-based methods open new doors for detecting NGTs. 📄 Read more: organicseurope.bio/news/detecti...
📣Our first policy brief is now online! This publication reaffirms the effectiveness of #PCR-based methods in detecting #GMOs and their adaptability in detecting #NGTs. Furthermore, it contains recent findings within #DARWIN_NGT. ℹ️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #HorizonEU
DARWIN project policy brief highlights feasibility and importance of detecting NGTs in food and feed - Darwin
The first DARWIN policy brief focuses on the analytical detection of new genomic techniques (NGTs) in food and feed.
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Within the #DARWIN_NGT project, a groundbreaking proof-of-concept for next generation detection methods of #genome-edited organisms has been developed. Discover the results from the @sciensano.be peer-reviewed article on our website ➡️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/... #NGT #GMO #HorizonEU
#DARWIN_NGT has initiated its 1st collaborative validation trial to test the #PCR-based method originally developed and validated in-house by our partner @sciensano.be. Promising data are now being processed. 🔎 Discover our overall methodology to detect #NGT products: darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/...
Detecting NGT products: an overview of the methodology developed and validated by DARWIN - Darwin
The analytical strategy for detecting what are now considered traditional genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food and feed is a well-structured and widely established process. It ensures food sa...
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Publication details are available here: doi.org/10.1016/j.fo... 👉 More about the EU #DARWIN project: darwin-ngt.eu/about/ #NGTs #FoodSafety #HighThroughputSequencing #MachineLearning #PublicHealth
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Our team is proud to share that a new scientific publication has just been accepted — an important milestone in the detection of genome-edited organisms. 🙌 🔬 Genome-edited organisms, especially those with single nucleotide variations, remain difficult to detect.
The Masterclass “Co-creating Trust: #ClimateResilient Crops”, organised by the B-Trust project, featured the #DARWIN_NGT coordinator, Odd-Gunnar Wikmark, who added valuable technical insight to the conversation. He presented the project’s digital platform and outlined the #PCR and detection methods.
4 main regulatory models have been established among countries to address the challenges of Genome Editing in agriculture, influencing international trade. Learn more in the report “International policies & global trade of GMO/NGTs" & its implication in #DARWIN_NGT ➡️ darwin-ngt.eu/news-events/...
📅 On 18-19 August, join organic leaders at the #OrganicSummit2025 in Copenhagen & discuss how organic can shape the future of farming 🌱🍏 Are you an IFOAM #OrganicsEurope member? 📩Reach out to secure your spot memberships@organicseurope.bio 🔗👉 os25.org @spisekammeret.bsky.social @danskindustri.dk
Today we celebrate #WorldFoodSafetyDay! 🍚 Darwin supports #FoodSafety by improving scientific knowledge through various tools, with the aim of co-developing a pioneering detection strategy. #Science4FoodSafety
At the Masterclass “Co-creating Trust: Climate resilient crops", #DARWIN_NGT was invited to contribute. Our partner Laura Krumm from @jlugiessen.bsky.social shared key insights from our latest survey on consumer acceptance of food derived from #NewGenomicTechniques Learn more➡️ youtu.be/GsKKQnAYCNc
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True or False?🤔 Eric Gall, Deputy Director IFOAM Organics Europe, will moderate 3 key sessions at #EOC2025 on NGTs, pesticides & water resilience. ✅Test your knowledge in the video below & join the debate in Warsaw: register now! www.europeanorganiccongress.bio/tickets-info...
#NGTs use gene editing to create precise changes in living organisms. While they come with both benefits & risks, science shows they pose no greater danger than other breeding methods. 🌱 Used in agriculture, they boost #biodiversity & resilience to #ClimateChange 🌍 & pests.