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Dual use refers to biotechnological products, vaccines, and microorganisms that can be used for both beneficial and hostile purposes. Although biotechnology is in principle a peaceful technology, today it is a potential source of risks for human security.
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ten Have, H., Patrão Neves, M. (2021). Dual Use. In: Dictionary of Global Bioethics. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-54161-3_218
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