ERMA 0130/01 Institutional Biological Safety Committee Decision Form1 to Develop a Low-Risk Genetically Modified Organism in Containment under section 42a of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act Amended under s67A of the HSNO Act on 19 May 2011 ERMA Office use only Application Code: GMD02064 Application Approval Code(s): GMD100988 BCH Number(s)2: N/A Institutional Biological Safety Committee: Massey University IBSC Institution Code: GMO02/MU007 s67A Application type: To develop a genetically modified organism into containment under section 40(1) of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act. Applicant: Massey University Date the application was formally received: 14 June 2002 The application was considered by: Chairperson, Deputy BSO, Microbiologist/Molecular Biologist, Plant Pathologist, Biochemist/Molecular Biologist, Lay Member, Māori Advisor The consideration date of the application: 14 June 2002 First s67A amendment Date application received: Considered by: 6 May 2011 Consideration date: 6 May 2011 1 2 Chair, Deputy BSO, Biochemist/Molecular Biologist, Cell and Molecular Biologist, Ecologist/Environmental Scientist, Lay Member (2), Māori Representative, Māori Advisor This decision form should be used in conjunction with the Matters to be considered section. Biosafety Clearing House record identification number is used for the exportation of GMOs for contained use. Page 1 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 1. Summary of the Decision The application to develop the following organism(s) is approved with controls, having been considered in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act 1996 (the Act), the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (Low-Risk Genetic Modification) Regulations 2003 (the Regulations), and the HSNO (Methodology) Order 1998 (the Methodology). The application was considered by the IBSC under delegation from the Authority as provided for under section 19(2)(a) of the Act. 2. Sequence of the Consideration In accordance with section 42A of the Act (rapid assessment), the approach adopted by the IBSC was to identify the circumstances of the genetic modification(s), to evaluate these against the criteria set out in the Regulations established under section 41 of the Act, and to consider whether there are any residual risks of significance that require further consideration (if so, see Annex A). 3. Decision 3.1. Purpose of the approval is: To isolate and characterise both plant and fungal genes involved in the establishment and maintenance of symbiotic associations between temperate grasses and fungal endophytes. 3.2. The genetically modified organism(s) approved for development are: Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Neotyphodium uncinatum (Gams, Petrini & Schmidt 1990) Glenn, Bacon, Price & Hanlin 1996 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 23 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Integrative vectors containing gene regulatory elements from Aspergillus epichloe and Neotyphodium spp, and insert DNA from Epichloe and Neotyphodium spp, various reporter genes including gusA and gfp, and various selectable markers such as nptII, hph, nat1 and amdS. Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA 3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism, or its ability to escape containment. According to the Regulations. Page 2 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC24 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Escherichia coli (non-pathogenic strains) (Migula 1895) Castellani & Chalmers 1919 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 25 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors (eg, pUC series, pBLUESCRIPT, GATEWAY), selectable markers (blaA, nptII, cat, tet and spc); DNA from yeast, Epichloë typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, Lolium perenne, Festuca pratensis, F. arundinaceae, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Non-conjugative vectors containing genomic and cDNA from Epichloe brachyelytri, E. baconii, E. elymi, E. clarkii, E. bromicola, E. glyceriae, all Neotyphodium spp, all Claviceps spp, Aciculosporium take (bamboo endophyte), Periglandula ipomoeae (epiphyte of morning glory, Ipomoea asarifolia) and selectable markers such as Kan, Amp, Chl and Tet. Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC26 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved 4 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 5 According to the Regulations. 6 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. Page 3 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Lolium perenne protoplast (all cultivars) L. (Linnaeus 1753) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 27 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Transient assays of characterised DNA from L. perenne, F. arundinaceae, F. prantensis, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC28 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Festuca pratensis protoplast (all cultivars) (Hudson 1762) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 29 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Transient assays of characterised DNA from L. perenne, F. arundinaceae, F. prantensis, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A 7 According to the Regulations. As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 9 According to the Regulations. 8 Page 4 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Containment level e.g. PC1/PC210 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Festuca arundinaceae protoplast (all cultivars) (Schreber 1771) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 211 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Transient assays of characterised DNA from L. perenne, F. arundinaceae, F. prantensis, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC212 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Epichloë typhina (strain E8) (Tul. & C. Tul. 1865) Sampson 1933 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 213 Category 2 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors, T-DNA; DNA from yeast, E. typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX), and selectable markers, blaA, hph and nptII. Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA 10 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 11 According to the Regulations. 12 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 13 According to the Regulations. Page 5 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category B Containment level e.g. PC1/PC214 PC2 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Epichloë festucae (all strains) (Leuchtmann et al 1994) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 215 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors, T-DNA; DNA from yeast, E. typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX), and selectable markers, blaA, hph and nptII. Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC216 PC2 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2 (all strains) (Christensen et al 1993) 14 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 15 According to the Regulations. 16 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. Page 6 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 217 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors, T-DNA; DNA from yeast, E. typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX), and selectable markers, blaA, hph and nptII Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC218 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Neotyphodium lolii (all strains) (Latch, Christensen & Samuels 1984) Glenn, Bacon & Hanlin1996 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 219 Category 1 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors, T-DNA; DNA from yeast, E. typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX), and selectable markers, blaA, hph and nptII. Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A 17 According to the Regulations. As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 19 According to the Regulations. 18 Page 7 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Containment level e.g. PC1/PC220 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Penicillium paxilli (all strains) (Bainier 1907) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 221 Category 2 What the organism is modified with: Non-conjugative vectors, T-DNA; DNA from yeast, E. typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX), and selectable markers, blaA, hph and nptII. Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category B Containment level e.g. PC1/PC222 PC2 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Saccharomyces cerevisiae (all strains) (Hawsworh et al 1991) Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 223 Category 1 20 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 21 According to the Regulations. 22 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 23 According to the Regulations. Page 8 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 What the organism is modified with: Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Yeast/E. coli shuttle vectors, bacterial selectable markers, blaA, nptII, cat and tet; DNA from yeast, Epichloë typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, Lolium perenne, Festuca pratensis, F. arundinaceae, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category A Containment level e.g. PC1/PC224 PC1 Approved/Declined Approved Name of the host organism (including taxonomic authority): Agrobacterium tumefaciens (all disarmed strains) (Smith & Townsend 1907) Conn 1942 Specify the category of host organism eg, Category 1 or 225 Category 2 What the organism is modified with: Vectors with bacterial (blaA, nptII, cat, tet, spc) and fungal (hph, nptIII, pyr4, prtA, tub2, trpC) selectable markers; DNA from yeast, Epichloë typhina, E. festucae, Neotyphodium sp. LpTG-2, N. lolii, Penicillium paxilli, Aspergillus spp, Lolium perenne, Festuca pratensis, F. arundinaceae, jelly fish (GFP), E. coli (GUS), firefly (LUX). Please specify vector and source and function of donor DNA Please specify the category of genetic modification eg, Category A or B3 Containment level e.g. PC1/PC226 Genes derived from NZ native biota or from organisms identified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) will be excluded, as will genes that may increase the pathogenicity, virulence or infectivity of the host organism or its ability to escape containment. Category B PC2 24 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. 25 According to the Regulations. 26 As in the Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological aspects and containment facilities. Page 9 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Approved/Declined Approved 3.3 Controls In considering all the matters to be addressed detailed in the Third Schedule Part I “Containment Controls for Importing, Developing or Field Testing of Genetically Modified Organisms” of the Act, the organisms and any containment facility they are contained in are subject to approval is subject to the following controls: 1. Requirements to meet the Standards 1.1. The approved organism must be developed and held within a containment facility which complies with these controls. 1.2. The containment facility must be operated in accordance with the: o MAF/ERMA New Zealand Standard Facilities for Micro-organisms and Cell Cultures: 2007a27 o MAF/ERMA New Zealand Standard Containment Facilities for Plants: 200728 o The Australian/New Zealand Standard 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories: Microbiological Aspects and Containment Facilities27, at Physical Containment Levels 1 and 2 (PC1 and PC2). 2. Controls additional to the requirements of the Standards 2.1. If a breach of containment29 occurs, the approval holder must ensure that the MAF Inspector responsible for supervision of the facility has received notification of the breach within 24 hours. Original Signature (details typed in) Name: Assoc Prof John Tweedie (on behalf of the institution) Position: Chairperson, Massey University IBSC Date: 18 October 2004 27 Any reference to this standard in these controls refers to any subsequent version approved or endorsed by ERMA New Zealand. 28 Any reference to this standard in these controls refers to any subsequent version approved or endorsed by ERMA New Zealand. 29 Breach of containment includes; escape of organism (s), unauthorised entry to facility, and/or structural integrity of the facility compromised. Page 10 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 First S67A amendment30 GMO02/MU007 s67A (amendment under section 67A) Updated May 2011 to add Neotyphodium uncinatum to the names of the host organisms, and PCR products from selected Epichloë spp, all Neotyphodium spp, all Claviceps spp, Aciculosporium take and Periglandula ipomoeae to the donor DNA for the host, Escherichia coli. Signed: ……………………………………….…………… (on behalf of the institution) Name: Prof Michael McManus Position: Chairperson, Massey University IBSC 30 Date ………………......... Sections highlighted in blue are to be filled in for an s67A amendment, otherwise delete. Page 11 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Matters to be considered Sections referenced in the text below indicate sections of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 Clauses referenced in the text below indicate clauses of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (Methodology) Order 1998 Yes/No/ N/A 1 Legislative criteria for the application 1.1 The application was lodged pursuant to section 40(1) of the Act. Yes 1.2 The application was considered in accordance with section 42A and matters relevant to the purpose of the Act. Consideration of the application Yes Does the IBSC hold delegated authority as provided under section 19(2)(a) of the Act? Yes 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 3 3.1 If NO, the consideration cannot proceed. Has the quorum for the Decision-making Committee (ie, the members of the IBSC that will consider this application) been reached? If NO, the consideration cannot proceed. Does the Decision-making Committee have the appropriate expertise? If NO, the consideration cannot proceed. Does any member of the Decision-making Committee have a conflict of interest? If YES, the consideration cannot proceed until mitigated (eg, the member steps out of the room). (This should be noted in minutes.) Does the committee consider that there is sufficient information for the formal receipt of the application using the acceptance checklist? If NO, the application cannot be considered. Please return to the applicant for further information. Is the purpose provided for under section 39 of the Act? Was any expert advice sought (clause 17 of the Methodology)? If YES – What is the name of the expert(s) and the nature of the advice sought? Was the applicant informed (clause 18 of the Methodology)? Is the consideration of this application within 10 working days of the formal receipt of the application? Assessment against the criteria for low risk genetic modifications Is the IBSC satisfied that each of the genetically modified organisms described in the application meets the criteria for a low-risk genetic Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Page 12 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 Yes/No/ N/A modification specified in the criteria made under section 41 of the Act, being the Regulations? If NO, give details. Applications involving native flora and fauna 4 4.1 Does the application involve native or valued introduced flora and/or fauna as host organisms or as a source of genetic material? No If “YES”, please clearly record below the evidence that appropriate Māori consultation has occurred with local iwi regarding this approval (i.e. who was consulted, their status and the results of the consultation). Applications involving human genetic material or human cells 5 5.1 5.2 Does the application involve the use any genetic material or cells obtained directly from human beings? If YES, has approval from a Human Ethics Committee been obtained? Does the application involve the use of human cells or human genetic material sourced directly from individuals of Māori whakapapa or origin? No No If “YES”, please clearly record below the evidence that appropriate Māori consultation has occurred with local iwi regarding this approval (i.e. who was consulted, their status, and the results of the consultation). Applications involving animal experimentation 6 6.1 Does the application involve animal experimentation (either in the genetic modification or subsequent use of the GMO)? No If YES, has approval from an Animal Ethics Committee been obtained? Identification of significant risks31 7 7.1 Are there any significant risks or costs to the environment, including the sustainability of all native and valued introduced flora and fauna? Are there any significant risks to the intrinsic value of ecosystems? No No 7.4 Are there any significant risks or costs to human health, including public health? Are there any significant risks to Māori and their taonga? 7.5 Are there any significant economic risks or costs? No 7.6 Are there any risks to New Zealand’s international obligations, including DNA derived from CITES species or use of CITES species as host organisms? No 7.2 7.3 31 No No See Annex A Page 13 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 7.7 8 8.1 8.2 If YES is checked in 7.1-7.6, please list the significant risks identified below and discuss how they were assessed in terms of likelihood and consequence, and what controls were imposed to manage them32. Justify below any additional controls (in addition to the requirements in the appropriate MAF/ ERMA New Zealand Standard) applied to manage the risks. Containment of the organisms Has the IBSC considered the adequacy of containment in accordance with section 42A of the Act? Please ensure the containment controls have been specified. Note that controls relevant to the physical containment level set in the Regulations cannot be removed. Are any additional measures proposed because of the particular nature of the organism(s)? Yes/No/ N/A N/A Yes No 8.3 If YES, please ensure additional controls are listed on the decision form. Discuss the reasons for imposing the additional controls below. Are there any other matters that may affect the adequacy of containment, such as the expected time-frame for the project, and external matters such as the potential for sabotage? No 8.4 If YES, please explain. Is this decision restricted to a specific site (in the case of multi-site applicant organisations)? No 9 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 32 IF YES, which site and why? Decision If any of the answers to 9.1-9.4 are NO, then the application must be declined. The IBSC is satisfied that the application is for one of the purposes specified in section 39 of the Act. Based on analysis of the information provided, and having considered the characteristics of the organisms and the modifications and the criteria for low-risk genetic modification detailed in the HSNO (LowRisk Genetic Modification) Regulations 2003, it is the view of the IBSC that the organism(s) meet the criteria for rapid assessment (as per section 42A(2) of the Act). The IBSC is satisfied that the proposed containment regime, together with any additional controls imposed, will adequately contain the organism(s) as required by section 42A(2) of the Act. In accordance with clause 36(2)(b) of the Methodology, the IBSC records that, in reaching this conclusion, it has applied the relevant criteria from the Methodology. Yes Yes Yes Yes Clauses 12 and 13 of the Methodology. Page 14 of 15 ERMA 0130/01 9.5 9.6 The application for development of genetically modified organism(s) is thus approved, with controls as detailed on the decision document. Is the Committee’s decision made by consensus? Yes Yes Original details typed in Signed: ……………………………………….…………… (on behalf of the institution) Name: Prof Michael McManus Position: Chairperson, Massey University IBSC Date ………………......... Administrative requirements Confirm that the minutes record the decision-making process including the discussion of adequacy of containment and the reasons for imposing or not imposing additional controls. Confirm that hard copies of the application and decision, the consideration documentation (such as the minutes) and any other correspondence related to this application will be maintained by the IBSC. Yes/No Yes Yes Approval numbers for organisms on Application GMD02064 (GM002/MU007) Approval number Organism Neotyphodium uncinatum (Gams, Petrini & GMD100988 Schmidt 1990) Glenn, Bacon, Price & Hanlin 1996 Page 15 of 15