Browsing by Author "Freemont, Paul"

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    1.4 Nature Conservation in the Age of Bioengineering
    (Rice University, 2025) Moronta-Barrios, Felix; Freemont, Paul; Kiattisewee, Cholpisit; Lindner, Ariel B.; Novak, Ben; Redford, Kent; Seah, Adeline
    This entreaty explores the promising role of bioengineering in constructively supporting conservation efforts through responsible innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. It outlines eight concise statement points that reflect shared principles and opportunities for action.
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    4.2 Synthetic Human Chromosomes – a call for global discussion
    (Rice University, 2025) Tan, Cheemeng; Freemont, Paul; Cai, Patrick; Smith, Robert
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    4.3 Synthetic Cells for Environmental Release
    (Rice University, 2025) Abbott, Zack; Adelman, Zach N.; Elani, Yuval; Freemont, Paul; Kiattisewee, Cholpisit Ice; Molla, Kutubuddin A.; Murray, Richard M.; Rudenko, Larisa
    This report summarizes discussions about the intersection of synthetic cells and beyond-containment biotechnologies, highlighting the need to differentiate between replicating/evolving and non-replicating/non-evolving synthetic cells due to their varying risk profiles and containment challenges. It emphasizes the potential of non-replicating synthetic cells as a safer, more controllable platform with minimized genetic instability and enhanced biosafety features, while still acknowledging the potential for DNA transfer to environmental organisms. The report calls for developing methods to characterize risks associated with synthetic cell deployment, establishing a classification framework based on potential harms, and fostering public trust through proactive engagement, transparency, and appropriate regulatory guidelines.
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    5.1 Biotechnology for a Sustainable & Equitable Global Bioeconomy
    (Rice University, 2025) Chang, Matthew Wook; Anta, Rafael; de Carvalho Bittencourt, Daniela Matias; Carlson, Rob; Chieza, Natsai Audrey; Federici, Fernán; Freemont, Paul; Haileselassie, Teklehaimanot; Kantola, Jukka; Karembu, Margaret; Khan, Faisal; Kong, David S.; Matsuo, Makiko; Maxon, Mary; Mizunashi, Wataru; Molloy, Jennifer C.; Mwambingu, Bupe; Park, Buhm Soon; Roca, Maria Mercedes; Speight, Robert; Tesfaye, Kassahun; Wu, Chen
    Biotechnology is key to a sustainable, equitable global future. This entreaty calls for international cooperation, inclusive capacity-building, responsible governance, and resilient financing to unlock its full potential. By valuing biodiversity, aligning global standards, and promoting ethical innovation, biotechnology can foster shared prosperity, environmental stewardship, and long-term economic resilience across all regions.