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The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) is concerned about the ethical implications of engineering biology.
They worry new advancements might outpace regulations and clash with public values.
A key concern is maintaining public trust in science, especially with commercial interests involved.
Public deliberation is seen as crucial to balancing public good and economic potential.
Existing regulations might not cover new developments like neural and embryonic organoids.
The scientific community fears a restrictive regulatory response could hinder progress.
The NCOB proposes an "ethically sensitive" regulatory sandbox for safe testing.
They aim to support navigating ethical challenges in engineering biology.
Balancing Innovation, Public Trust, and Regulation in a Rapidly Evolving Field
