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Intelligence community creating hub to gird against foreign influence
Source: Politico The Office of the Director of National Intelligence is creating the Foreign Malign Influence Center to defend against foreign efforts to influence the U.S.
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Ryuk ransomware finds foothold in bio research institute through student who wouldn’t pay for software
Source: ZDNet One student's security misjudgement resulted in a malware infection that caused a biomolecular institute to lose vital research.
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EDPB clarifies the application of the GDPR for scientific research
Source: Lexology The European Data Protection Board has provided clarification on issues including transparency of data processing, broad consent, and others.
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Waiver of patent rights on Covid-19 vaccines, in near term, may be more symbolic than substantive
Source: Stat News Suspending some intellectual property protections does not solve the problem of limited materials and manufacturing facilities.
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Basic medical research took a hit during the pandemic. It might take years to recover
Source: AAMC Empty slots at clinical trials, restricted lab access, and gaps in longitudinal studies have set medical research back during the pandemic.
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The Future of Clinical Trials: How Will New Technologies Affect The Lives Of Participants?
Source: Health Affairs The integration and broadened use of existing technological capabilities can result in more efficient, inclusive, and person-centered clinical trials.
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Laboratory Safety and COVID-19: 1 Year Later
Source: Lab Manager The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us lessons about personal protective equipment, standard precautions, and planning for the implementation of new testing and practices.
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