Embrace experimentation in biosecurity governance.

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Title: Embrace experimentation in biosecurity governance.
Authors: Evans, Sam Weiss, Beal, Jacob, Berger, Kavita, Bleijs, Diederik A., Cagnetti, Alessia, Ceroni, Francesca, Epstein, Gerald L., Garcia-Reyero, Natàlia, Gillum, David R., Harkess, Graeme, Hillson, Nathan J., Hogervorst, Petra A. M., Jordan, Jacob L., Lacroix, Geneviève, Moritz, Rebecca, ÓhÉigeartaigh, Seán S., Palmer, Megan J., van Passel, Mark W. J.
Source: Science (pre-March 2025). 4/10/2020, Vol. 368 Issue 6487, p138-140. 3p.
Subjects: Biosecurity, Biological research, Pathogenic microorganisms, Toxins, Environmental protection
Abstract: The article discusses a forum related to biosecurity governance; and relationships among biological research, security, and society. It mentions that traditional international biosecurity efforts have focused largely on risk management such as addressing accidental and deliberate risks from pathogens and toxins. It mentions that American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) International has observed that biosafety professionals have been increasingly asked to assess security.
Database: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
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Abstract:The article discusses a forum related to biosecurity governance; and relationships among biological research, security, and society. It mentions that traditional international biosecurity efforts have focused largely on risk management such as addressing accidental and deliberate risks from pathogens and toxins. It mentions that American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) International has observed that biosafety professionals have been increasingly asked to assess security.
ISSN:00368075
DOI:10.1126/science.aba2932