RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Research into Genetically Modified Organisms in New Zealand: An Examination of a Sociotechnical Controversy JF Case Studies in the Environment JO Case Stud Environ FD University of California Press DO 10.1525/cse.2017.000547 A1 Edwards, Sarah YR 2017 UL http://cse.ucpress.edu/content/early/2017/09/21/cse.2017.000547.abstract AB New Zealand is known around the world as a country that is clean, green and “100% Pure.” The existence of genetically modified organisms in New Zealand is generally viewed as inconsistent with this identity, and there is therefore considerable public controversy surrounding research that utilises genetic modification techniques. In this paper, I examine the variety of interacting factors that are serving to shape this controversy, the influence it is having on research practices, and the implications for future risk management policy.