The rapid advancements in biological and biotechnological sciences have created many opportunities but also pose significant ethical, safety, and societal challenges. Effective oversight requires a robust framework encompassing legislation, regulation, and standards. Legislation provides the foundational legal framework, establishing broad principles and mandates for responsible conduct. Regulations translate legislative intent into concrete rules and procedures for specific activities like genetic engineering, clinical trials, and biomanufacturing. Standards, both mandatory and voluntary, provide technical specifications and best practices to ensure product quality, safety, and reproducibility. This fields explores the interconnectedness of these three components and highlights the need for continuous adaptation and harmonization of these frameworks to address emerging challenges and promote innovation while safeguarding public health, environmental safety, and ethical considerations in the biological and biotechnological domain. Key areas of focus include genetic modification, data privacy, and the ethical implications of new biotechnologies.
- Teacher: Mohammed Hadjari