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For decades, scientists have used genetics to detect and identify various organisms. Recent advances in genomics, epigenetics, microbiomics, and other biotechnological-related research areas have led to new and emerging paradigms for biological detection. This workshop will explore cutting edge capabilities for biological detection and critical issues related to their development and use.
This workshop will be convened by the National Academies’ Standing Committee on Biotechnology Capabilities and National Security Needs
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·2022
Recent advances in biotechnology and the life sciences have led to new and emerging paradigms for biological detection. For instance, technologies for analyzing brain activity are advancing rapidly and may soon find their way into a multitude of consumer electronics and medical devices. Other techno...
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Description
An ad hoc workshop planning committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will organize and convene a public workshop to explore cutting-edge biotechnologies and research being developed or applied to biological detection. Speakers will explore new and emerging advances in and applications of these biotechnologies and research activities; the innovation ecosystem that is driving the research, development, and application of these technologies; and critical societal implications that must be considered in the adoption and translation of such biotechnologies. The speakers also will explore workforce needs, infrastructure, and policy and governance associated with development and use of the biological detection research and technologies.
The presentations and discussions at the workshop will be documented in a workshop proceedings-in-brief, written by a designated rapporteur in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Contributors
Sponsors
US Government
Staff
Andrew Bremer
Lead
