Avian influenza virus transmission experiments proceed, as they should

The decision by the US government to allow the resumption of experiments on aerosol transmission of avian influenza viruses has once again raised the hackles of some individuals who feel that the work is too risky. I disagree with their view on this work. Science reports that ‘Controversial lab studies that modify bird flu viruses […]
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