Addressing the Misuse Potential of Life Science Research-Perspectives From a Bottom-Up Initiative in Switzerland

Codes of conduct have received wide attention as a bottom-up approach to foster responsibility for dual use aspects of life science research within the scientific community. In Switzerland, a series of discussion sessions led by the Swiss Academy of Sciences with over 40 representatives of most Swis...

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Published in:Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology 2018-04, Vol.6, p.38-38
Main Authors: Oeschger, Franziska M, Jenal, Ursula
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bioengineering and Biotechnology
biosecurity
community engagement
dual use research
misuse
risk assessment
science policy
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Summary:Codes of conduct have received wide attention as a bottom-up approach to foster responsibility for dual use aspects of life science research within the scientific community. In Switzerland, a series of discussion sessions led by the Swiss Academy of Sciences with over 40 representatives of most Swiss academic life science research institutions has revealed that while a formal code of conduct was considered too restrictive, a bottom-up approach toward awareness raising and education and demonstrating scientists' responsibility toward society was highly welcomed. Consequently, an informational brochure on "Misuse potential and biosecurity in life sciences research" was developed to provide material for further discussions and education.
ISSN:2296-4185
2296-4185
DOI:10.3389/fbioe.2018.00038