Chapter IV: Case Study
Rules and Guidance Governing Research
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Now that you are familiar with the outer layers of the governance diagram that describe national and international laws, rules, and policy debates applicable to life sciences professionals, you are ready to revisit the case study. This case study will help you understand the inner layers of the diagram, as they relate to local decision-making regarding dual use research of concern.
As Ann’s dilemma unfolds, you will begin to realize how an institution might approach the dual use issue and how laboratory and individual scientists’ decisions can affect a dual use protocol. |
