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Welcome to the S3: Science, Safety, Security website! Safe and successful scientific research protects the nation and the world from infectious diseases, terrorism, and environmental changes. This research ranges from discovering new antibiotics to investigating ways to make crops more drought resistant. Dedicated scientists conduct this research all over the country and the world in highly sophisticated laboratory facilities. The resources provided here will give you an introduction to Biorisk Management, which includes biosafety, biosecurity, biocontainment, and other topics related to biological organisms.
The Law & Policy section will give you a clear understanding of the many laws, regulations, policies, and guidance documents that exist around Biorisk Management. The Dual Use Research of Concern section contains the recent United States Government policies, recommendations, and educational materials on dual use research of concern. The S3 Newsletter provides news from around the government on biorisk management activities, conference summaries, and upcoming events.
Come back regularly for additional materials and new topics. If you have suggestions for topics you would like to see covered, contact us and let us know!