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EC Publishes Communication on Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing, Announces Targeted Actions

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The European Commission (EC) announced on March 20, 2024, that it has proposed a series of targeted actions to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the European Union (EU).

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European Industries Call for “Bold and Impactful” Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Initiative

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EuropaBio, the European Association for Bioindustries, announced on February 21, 2024, the release of a position paper calling for “bold ambition, and five core principles to ensure impactful industrial growth.”

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Law Library of Congress Publishes Report on Selected Issues in Biotechnology Regulation

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The comparative summary provides the following information: The post Law Library of Congress Publishes Report on Selected Issues in Biotechnology Regulation appeared first on Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

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EC Recommends Carrying Out Risk Assessment on Biotechnologies

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The post EC Recommends Carrying Out Risk Assessment on Biotechnologies appeared first on Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. The EC states that the risk assessment “will be objective in character, and neither its results nor any follow-up measures can be anticipated at this stage.”

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Medical physics and biotechnology: highlights of 2021

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The post Medical physics and biotechnology: highlights of 2021 appeared first on Physics World. Physics World‘s Breakthrough of the Year coverage is supported by Bluefors , a leading supplier of cryogen-free dilution refrigerator measurement systems with a strong focus on the quantum computing and information community.

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APHIS Releases New Strategic Plan for 2023-2027, Includes Biotechnology Objectives

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Objective 5 is “Ensure the development of safe agricultural biotechnology products using a science-based regulatory framework.” The plan includes six strategic goals that focus on working to: Protect agriculture from plant and animal diseases and pests. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S.

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EPA Issues Final Rule to Accelerate Use of Plant-Incorporated Biotechnologies

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According to EPA’s May 25, 2023, press release , this rule will reduce costs for the regulated community and result in increased research and development activities, consistent with Executive Order 14081 on advancing biotechnology. The final rule will be effective on July 31, 2023. Section 174.705 to include genetic engineering.