Technologies to profoundly engineer biology are becoming increasingly affordable,
powerful, and accessible to a widening group of actors. While offering tremendous potential …

Modern biotechnology necessitates robust biosecurity protocols to address the risk of
engineered biological threats. Current efforts focus on screening DNA and rejecting the …

The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of accurate detection of known
and emerging pathogens. However, robust characterization of pathogenic sequences …

With advances in synthetic biology and genome engineering comes a heightened
awareness of potential misuse related to biosafety concerns. A recent study employed …

This review addresses ways to prepare for and to mitigate effects of biohazards on primary
production of crops and livestock. These biohazards can be natural or intentional …

In the aftermath of COVID-19, screening for pathogens has never been a more relevant
problem. However, computational screening for pathogens is challenging due to a variety of …

Today arbitrary synthetic DNA can be ordered online and delivered within several days. In
order to regulate both intentional and unintentional generation of dangerous substances …

Introduction: Synthetic DNA technology is rapidly emerging as a key driver of innovation in
the fields of medicine, biotechnology, and more. But it also poses significant risk, particularly …

Fast, accessible, and high-quality deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is fundamental to
advancement in the life sciences that will drive forward fields such as agriculture, energy …

Executive summary This review explores recent technological advancements in synthetic
biology. Developments within this field bring a wealth of potential benefits to multiple …