Federation of American Scientists Module 1.0: Introduction
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Do you believe it sufficient (and realistic) to rely on individual scientists to monitor their own research so as to both recognize potential dual -use issues and resolve concerns?
  
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Given the rapid advancement and specialization of biotechnology research, is it realistic to expect IBCs, NSABB, and other institutional review bodies to surface dual-use issues of concern?
  
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What is the responsibility of scientists and scientific journals, alike, to communicate to the public the implications and justifications for research being published?
  
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How should biosecurity precautions be exercised by researchers at each step of the research process (conception, proposal, conduct, and publication)?
  

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