Scientists Must Help Prevent Misuse of Science and Technology
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December 1 -- Biotechnology research has fueled great gains for health and the environment, but some of the underlying technology and knowledge also could be used to create biological weapons. In a new statement, the U.S. National Academy of Sciences and 67 fellow members of the global InterAcademy Panel offer researchers principles of professional conduct to address "dual use" issues. Scientists have an obligation to do no harm, and should take appropriate individual and institutional steps toward that end, the statement says.
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