Jack Heinemann

Guest writer

Professor Jack Heinemann is a molecular biologist at the University of Canterbury, director of the Centre for Integrated Research in Biosafety, and has served as an expert witness for councils and the High Court on topics relevant to genetic engineering.

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Let’s cut the crap on gene technology

Society should be asking itself why it needs to trade the security of its regulations for unsecured promises.

By Jack Heinemann | 29th August, 2024

Shaun Hendy, Siouxsie Wiles, and their employer, the University of Auckland

Why the Siouxsie Wiles and Shaun Hendy employment case matters

Universities need to provide more support for academics who fulfil their role as 'critic and conscience' of society.

By Jack Heinemann | 14th January, 2022