Does the NSABB review or approve all dual use research?
No. The NSABB does not approve the conduct of specific experiments. The NSABB advises on the development of national policies governing oversight of dual use life sciences research. At the request of the Secretary of HHS, the NSABB may review and provide guidance on experiments that exemplify a notable or novel category of dual use research or on an especially sensitive communication that may be considered dual use research of concern.
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