Prof. Dr Kai Purnhagen appointed as expert to the European Parliament

More specifically, Prof. Dr. Kai Purnhagen is accompanying parliamentary deliberations on a proposed directive by the European Commission that reorganises key issues concerning the placing on the market of genetically modified microorganisms and related regulatory areas. As an independent expert, he will contribute his academic expertise through briefings, written opinions, and participation in hearings and expert discussions at the European level. His analyses and assessments will make an important contribution to evidence-based, legally sound and balanced legislation.

“Being approached by the European Parliament is a great recognition of my academic work,” says Prof. Dr. Kai Purnhagen. “Particularly in highly complex and socially sensitive areas such as the regulation of genetically modified microorganisms, it is crucial to bring together legal, scientific and practical perspectives. I am very pleased to be able to support this process in an advisory capacity.”

President of the University of Bayreuth Prof. Dr. Stefan Leible, also welcomed the appointment: “Prof. Dr. Purnhagen’s work for the European Parliament is a powerful testament to the international visibility and relevance of research at the University of Bayreuth. His outstanding expertise and commitment exemplify our ambition to contribute actively, through excellent scholarship, to addressing key societal and political challenges.”

The University of Bayreuth benefits directly from this European engagement: insights from parliamentary work feed into research and teaching, strengthening interdisciplinary dialogue on issues of European and international law.