Trump moves to tighten rules on risky research on viruses, bacteria, and toxins.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kupferschmidt, Kai 3 of 3

Abstract

President Donald Trump signed an executive order tightening rules on federally funded research that could make pathogens or toxins more dangerous, causing concern among scientists. The order aims to increase transparency, impose stiffer penalties for violations, and ban federal funding for such research in certain countries. Some experts worry that the order's definition of risky research is overly broad and could hinder beneficial studies, while others see it as an improvement on previous policies. The impact of the order on infectious disease research and its implementation remain uncertain. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Life Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:184994127
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