Front Bioeng Biotechnol March 2018 PMID 29568736

A New Approach to Evaluating the Risk-Benefit Equation for Dual-Use and Gain-of-Function Research of Concern.

Michael J Imperiale, Arturo Casadevall

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across 3 sources since Mar 2020

Extended reach

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What people are saying

The overall discourse reveals strong interest, as reflected in posts highlighting the vast number of viruses and biosecurity issues, using words like 'dangerous' and 'menace' to emphasize the importance of carefully evaluating research risks. Some comments support the publication’s call for balanced assessments, while others mention the international regulation of biological weapons, adding broader context to the topic.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that risk-benefit evaluation is crucial in biological research, indicating moderate agreement with the publication's approach.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show a high level of interest, especially with mentions of the large number of mammalian viruses and the importance of biosecurity concerns.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts reference broader topics like illegal biological arms, the engagement remains moderate as they do not dive deeply into specific methodologies.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the publication influences ongoing debates about biological safety and risk assessment, which could affect policy and research practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses the challenge in biology of balancing research benefits with the risks of creating dangerous biological agents, especially in the context of dual-use and gain-of-function experiments.
  • It highlights concerns about experiments that may enhance the harmful properties of viruses, such as making bird flu more virulent and transmissible, raising biosecurity issues.
  • The authors suggest that instead of strict bans, the focus should be on assessing the importance of scientific questions to guide acceptable risk levels in biological research.

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Julia B.
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@Nachtzuster2 @ErasmusMC @NIH @NIAIDFunding Posting this here as a reminder: A New Approach to Evaluating the Risk–Benefit Equation for Dual-Use and Gain-of-Function Research of Concern. 2018 « It is estimated that there are a minimum of 320,000 mammalian viruses» https://t.co/EJ5aOHWPMA

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GRANDEUROPE
@GRANDEUROPE1 · X

RECHERCHE SUR LES ARMES BIOLOGIQUES ILLÉGALES. La distribution et le stockage d'armes biologiques sont interdits par un traité internationnal, la convention de Genève... RÉVÉLATION DE LA MENACE DANS CE LIEN: https://t.co/sBF5VSuhg7

Aug 5, 2020 · 1 like · 619 followers View post →
En ces temps là, toute vérité sera connue !
@Lerevelateur9 · X

Recherche sur les armes biologiques illégales https://t.co/INusMoy3pE via @YouTube

Aug 5, 2020 · 1 like · 468 followers View post →
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@kingfisher444 · X

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Julia B.
@JuliaB_fitness · X

@Nachtzuster2 @ErasmusMC @NIH @NIAIDFunding Posting this here as a reminder: A New Approach to Evaluating the Risk–Benefit Equation for Dual-Use and Gain-of-Function Research of Concern. 2018 « It is estimated that there are a minimum of 320,000 mammalian viruses» https://t.co/EJ5aOHWPMA

Nov 5, 2021 · 1 like · 2,260 followers View post →
WCI
@WaltherCancerIn · X

RT @FrontBioeng: A New Approach to Evaluating the Risk–Benefit Equation for Dual-Use and Gain-of-Function Research of Concern: Michael J. I…

Dec 14, 2020 · 1 share · 1,134 followers View post →
soldat digital 02
@soldatdigital02 · X

https://t.co/Ey9yrtZV2N

Aug 6, 2020 · 520 followers View post →
GRANDEUROPE
@GRANDEUROPE1 · X

RECHERCHE SUR LES ARMES BIOLOGIQUES ILLÉGALES. La distribution et le stockage d'armes biologiques sont interdits par un traité internationnal, la convention de Genève... RÉVÉLATION DE LA MENACE DANS CE LIEN: https://t.co/sBF5VSuhg7

Aug 5, 2020 · 1 like · 619 followers View post →
En ces temps là, toute vérité sera connue !
@Lerevelateur9 · X

Recherche sur les armes biologiques illégales https://t.co/INusMoy3pE via @YouTube

Aug 5, 2020 · 1 like · 468 followers View post →
ben beyadh
@BenyounesBeyadh · X

Recherche sur les armes biologiques illégales https://t.co/iuq9l86U7I via @YouTube

Aug 5, 2020 · 396 followers View post →
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