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Antibiotic Resistance and Dual Use

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Title	Antibiotic Resistance and Dual Use
Publication Type	Case Study
Year of Publication	2010
Authors	Vallero, Daniel A.
Reporter	Perspectives on the Professions
Publication Language	eng
Keywords	BIOLOGY , Emerging Technologies , humanities , MEDICINE , MILITARY ethics , PHYSICS , public safety , SCIENCE
Abstract	This informational article by Danliel A. Vallero serves as a starting point for group discussion of the possible misuse of emerging technologies, in this case, the dual use for drug-resistant bacteria which could pose a serious threat to human safety and well being. It is accompanied by an annotated presentation that addresses emerging technologies and ethical decision-making.
Notes	This material is based on a discussion in D.A. Vallero (2010). Environmental Biotechnology: A Biosystems Approach. Elsevier Academic Press, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. An annotated presentation entitled "Humility and Hubris in Science: The Rewards and Risks of Emerging Technologies" serves as a companion presentation to this case. The presentation can be downloaded in either PDF or Power Point format.
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