Biosecurity

Should the US Create a Unified National Biosafety and Biosecurity Agency?
Biotech & Bioprocessing Should the US Create a Unified National Biosafety and Biosecurity Agency?

The memorandum to President Trump suggests addressing the significant need for a cohesive strategy to manage biological risks through the establishment of a Unified National Biosafety and Biosecurity Agency. The driving factor behind this proposal is the potential for high-risk laboratory research

New York State Enhances Measures to Address Avian Influenza Concerns
Biotech & Bioprocessing New York State Enhances Measures to Address Avian Influenza Concerns

New York State is actively taking proactive steps to prevent and manage Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) through heightened monitoring and encouraged testing. This initiative aims at early detection to combat the virus, especially given recent HPAI cases recorded in the wild bird population

How Can We Increase Biosecurity to Shield Birds from Avian Influenza?
Biotech & Bioprocessing How Can We Increase Biosecurity to Shield Birds from Avian Influenza?

The rise of avian influenza presents a significant threat to both domestic and wild bird populations, making it imperative to adopt robust biosecurity measures to prevent its spread. This issue is increasingly pressing, especially considering recent reports of bird flu virus detections in various

Makerere University Launches Cybersecurity Initiative for Bio Labs
Biotech & Bioprocessing Makerere University Launches Cybersecurity Initiative for Bio Labs

Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative during its 75th graduation ceremony, targeting enhanced security measures for laboratory safety and administrative protocols. In collaboration with the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) and backed by the

USDA and FDA Intensify Efforts to Combat H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak
Biotech & Bioprocessing USDA and FDA Intensify Efforts to Combat H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak

The effort to control the H5N1 avian influenza outbreak has intensified, with health and agricultural authorities ramping up their measures to address its significant threats to human health and agricultural stability. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has begun testing cheese made from raw

AI in Biosciences: Balancing Breakthroughs with Biosecurity Risks
Biotech & Bioprocessing AI in Biosciences: Balancing Breakthroughs with Biosecurity Risks

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the field of biosciences, offering unprecedented opportunities for accelerating research and innovation. At the core of these advancements is the ability to harness large language models (LLMs) such as OpenAI's GPT-4, which are being utilized by

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