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Scientists Under Attack

Alternative title
Gekaufte Wahrheit
Synopsis
Árpád Pusztai and Ignacio Chapela have two things in common. - they are distinguished scientists and their careers are in ruins. Both scientists chose to look at the phenomenon of genetic engineering. Both made important discoveries. Both of them are suffering the fate of those who criticise the powerful vested interests that now dominate big business and scientific research. Statements made by scientists themselves prove that 95% of the research in the area of genetic engineering is funded by the industry. Only 5% of the research is independent. The big danger for freedom of science and our democracy is evident. Can we, the public , still trust our scientists?
This film is available in a 88min long and 60min short version in English, German, French and Spanish.
Language
English
Country
Germany
Year of release
2011
Year of production
2009
Subjects
Agriculture; Biology
Keywords
business ethics; business firms; multinational corporations; scientific research; genetically modified crops

Credits

Director
Bertram Verhaag

Distribution Formats

Type
DVD
Format
Region 2 PAL
Price
19.90 euros (D)
Availability
Sale
Duration/Size
88 minutes
Year
2011

Distributor

Name

Denkmal Films

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