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A Web of Prevention - Biological Weapons, Life Sciences and the Governance of Research (Hardcover)
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A Web of Prevention - Biological Weapons, Life Sciences and the Governance of Research (Hardcover)
Series: The Earthscan Science in Society Series
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A Web of Prevention provides a timely contribution to the current
debate about life science research and its implications for
security. It is an informative guide for both experts and the
public. It is a forward-looking contribution covering both ends of
the equation and creates momentum for the current discussion on
effective preventive measures and effective control measures. While
there are no guarantees for preventing misuse, there are
nonetheless crucial steps the world community can take towards the
overarching goal of a global network for the life sciences. This
book sheds light on concrete steps toward the achievement of this
worthy goal. From the Foreword by Dr Gabriele Kraatz-Wadsack,
Chief, Weapons of Mass Destruction Branch, Office for Disarmament
Affairs, United Nations. This book with its collection of essays
provides an in-depth analysis of the various mutually reinforcing
elements that together create and strengthen a web of prevention -
or of assurance - that is vital to ensure that the advances in the
life sciences are not misused to cause harm. All those engaged in
the life sciences and in policy making in governments around the
world should read this book so they can take steps to strengthen
the web preventing biological weapons. Dr Graham S. Pearson,
Visiting Professor of International Security, University of
Bradford, UK and previously Director-General, Chemical and
Biological Defence Establishment, UK Since September 11, 2001 in
many countries renewed attention has been given to how research in
the life sciences might inadvertently or intentionally facilitate
the development of biological or chemical weapons. This
state-of-the-art volume examines the full extent of the issues and
debates. Coverage includes an overview of recent scientific
achievements in virology, microbiology, immunology and genetic
engineering with a view to asking how they might facilitate the
production of weapons of mass destruction by state, sub-state or
terrorist organizations. Consideration is given to what we have and
haven't learned from the past. Employing both academic analysis and
reflections by practitioners, the book examines the
security-inspired governance regimes for the life sciences that are
under development. Ultimately the authors examine what is required
to form a comprehensive and workable web of prevention and
highlight the importance of encouraging discussions between
scientists, policy makers and others regarding the governance of
vital but potentially dangerous research.
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