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DNA: Reading, Writing, and Editing

DNA: Reading, Writing, and Editing DNA, the building block of life, is at the center of groundbreaking advancements, from gene therapies for sickle cell anemia to breakthroughs in agriculture and biomanufacturing. Understanding DNA empowers us all to participate in the responsible governance and ethical use of these life-changing technologies. Download

Bioliteracy for the Age of Biology

Bioliteracy for the Age of Biology “Bioliteracy” is the concept of imbuing people, personnel, or teams with an understanding of — and ability to engage with — biology and biotechnology. The Commission believes that all Americans—including policymakers in the U.S. Government, students at all levels of education, current and future biotechnology workers, and the broader public—should […]

AIxBio White Paper 4: Policy Options for AIxBio

AIxBio White Paper 4: Policy Options for AIxBio To enable the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology (AIxBio), policymakers could consider mechanisms that promote innovation while encouraging responsible development and continually assessing future risk. AI models are already transforming the way we use biology to produce pharmaceuticals, food, energy, and chemicals. The rapid advancement […]

AIxBio White Paper 3: Risks of AIxBio

AIxBio White Paper 3: Risks of AIxBio Policymakers should carefully consider the nuances of the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) models that interact with biotechnology (AIxBio) when considering oversight mechanisms, like regulation, in order to promote safe and secure innovation without stifling advancement of the technology. This white paper provides a current snapshot of […]

AIxBio White Paper 2: Emerging Technologies

AIxBio White Paper 2: Emerging Technologies Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are revolutionizing biotechnology. This white paper, the second in a series of AI-focused papers, provides a series of specific examples illustrating how AI is changing and advancing biotechnology today. The full potential impact of AI on biotechnology is far-reaching and touches fields including […]

AIxBio White Paper 1: Introduction to AI and Biotechnology

AIxBio White Paper 1: Introduction to AI and Biotechnology It is critical that the U.S. Government enacts policies that keep the United States at the forefront of the convergence of AI and biotechnology (AIxBio), while also encouraging responsible development and innovation. Recent advances in AI have spurred innovation in the field of biotechnology.  To seize […]

December 2023 Interim Report

Interim Report January 10, 2024 After its first year of work, the U.S. National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology is pleased to publicly share its first report. Throughout 2024, the Commission will work to advance the early ideas presented in this report, culminating in a comprehensive report to Congress in December 2024. Biotechnology has the […]