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Opportunities and Challenges of Synthetic Biology on the Pointview of Biosafety, Biosecurity and Ethics
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Sayyed-Elyass Mortazavi *   , Hassan Rahnama |
| Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran & Agricultural Research, Education and Expansion, |
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Modern technologies, such as synthetic biology, provide novel capabilities and innovative solutions for addressing contemporary challenges across various aspects of human life. Synthetic biology, as one of the most advanced fields of genetic engineering technology, has extensive applications in diverse scientific and technological domains, including agriculture, medicine, industry, and environmental sciences. For instance, in agriculture, it can contribute to the production of higher-yield and healthier crops and address problems for which no reliable solutions previously existed. Synthetic biology facilitates the development of new products not only through the editing of existing organisms but also through the domestication of novel organisms. In the field of health and medicine, major applications of synthetic biology include the efficient production of medical agents, the construction of novel genetic circuits for tumor targeting, the controlled release of therapeutic compounds, and the advancement of personalized medicine. Alongside these significant benefits, concerns have been raised regarding the dual-use potential of this technology and the possible risks associated with its application. Accordingly, this article examines these issues within the three main domains of biosafety, biosecurity, and ethics.
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| Keywords: Dual use, Improvement, Health, Agriculture, Environment |
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Type of Study: Review |
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Received: 2024/08/5 | Accepted: 2025/09/20 | Published: 2025/10/2
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