Federation of German Scientists
Controversies
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2015
Controversy over Séralini Whistleblower Prize selection
The selection of Gilles-Éric Séralini was criticized by commentators who disputed his scientific claims concerning genetically modified organisms and questioned whether his work fit the concept of whistleblowing. The episode exposed disagreement over how the prize should balance support for dissenters with standards of scientific evidence.