Recommendations

Abstract

Chimbrids research should only be conducted following careful consideration of its scientific merit, human research ethics, animal ethics, legal aspects and societal and environmental implications. States should initiate public discussion and conduct public consultations regarding the complex ethical and societal issues raised by chimbrids research and application. States should also examine their existing regulations to evaluate the adequacy of current law or guidelines. States should then assess whether there is a need for further legal regulation. Because of the international dimension of chimbrids research and application in biomedicine and biotechnology, there should be an assessment of the need and possibilities for action at the international level, including regulation. In particular, the Council of Europe and the European Union should consider appropriate methods of governance within their respective competencies.