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ArticlePhilosophy, ethics, and humanities in medicine : PEHM2013

Engaging the normative question in the H5N1 avian influenza mutation experiments.

Norman K Swazo

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Article in Philosophy, ethics, and humanities in medicine : PEHM, 2013. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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  2. Gain-of-Function Research: Ethical Analysis.Science and engineering ethics · 2016
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Norman K SwazoCollege of Science and General Studies, Alfaisal University, PO Box 50927, Riyadh 11533, Saudi Arabia. nswazo@alfaisal.edu.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionIn recent time there has been ample discussion concerning censorship of research conducted in two labs involved in avian influenza virus research. Much of the debate has centered on the question whether the methods and results should reach to open disclosure given the "dual use" nature of this research which can be used for nefarious purposes.

methodsThis paper reviews the discussion to date but centers on epistemological issues associated with initial justification of this research and what this entails for continuation of this research despite US governmental biosecurity concerns. The question here is whether there was reasonable moral warrant for genetic alteration of the H5N1 influenza virus.

conclusionThe paper concludes with philosophical (ethical) justification for continuation of this research.

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AnimalsChickensGenetic ResearchInfluenza A Virus, H5N1 SubtypeInfluenza in BirdsMutation

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PMID24006905
PMCPMC3766690

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