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Dutch export rules could block publication of Fouchier H5N1 study

(CIDRAP News) In a new twist in the ongoing controversy over publication of two studies involving H5N1 viruses with increased transmissibility, there are indications that the Dutch government may consider using export regulations to …

Flu Research Could Suffer From H5N1 Controversy, Experts Say

(Global Security Newswire) Influenza research could suffer as a result of efforts to play down the danger of the avian flu virus in order to win full release of data from two studies that yielded more communicable versions of the pathogen, the Canadian Press on Friday quoted experts as saying. Bioterrorism concerns prompted the U.S.  Read More »

Guelph letter bomber issued indefinite prison term

(Waterloo Record) The water contained the deadly poison Ricin. He also sent the bottles to the CIBC and to Old City Hall provincial court Justice Bernard Kelly, who had given Arnaout a conditional discharge after he pleaded guilty to harassing a talent agency owner.

Scientists fear row over bird flu studies may undermine credibility of the field

(Global Edmonton) TORONTO – As influenza scientists and biosecurity experts continue to do battle over controversial bird flu studies, some in the flu world worry arguments being used to push for full publication of the studies may be eroding the credibility of the …

Senate Approves U.S. Biodefense Legislation

(Global Security Newswire) The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved legislation intended to further strengthen the nation’s readiness for an act of biological terrorism or a major natural disease outbreak. The Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act Reauthorization Act of 2011 would renew measures from similar 2006 legislation aimed at promoting the development and procurement of medical  Read More »

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