Synthetic biologists try to calm fears
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Researchers in the field of synthetic biology are to issue a declaration of intent about professional behavior and organization in order to ensure good practice and to address a range of concerns about their research. The scientists and engineers meeting in May 2006 in Berkeley for the Synthetic Biology 2.0 conference discussed advances towards their goal of being able to develop biological systems and issues of intellectual property, biosecurity risk, and standards.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2006
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Enter the dragon
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The future plans of Shenzhen, which is one of the wealthiest cities in China, are described. The local and central government is planning to create a combined science park and university town in Shenzhen.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2007
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