'Vicious cycle' of protein formation involved in Parkinson's disease
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...the risk that research could be used by those with malicious intent. It is important that biologists increase their awareness of biosecurity issues and learn to assess their research in terms of modern security concerns. The case studies presented in the modules clearly define the issues associated with "du...