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Science should be in the public domain.

Vincent R Racaniello¹

¹Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York, USA.

|February 2, 2012

Summary

Airborne transmission of avian influenza H5N1 in ferrets was identified. Publication of research methods and genetic changes is restricted, raising concerns about scientific freedom and precedent.

Area of Science:

Virology
Microbiology
Public Health

Background:

Avian influenza H5N1 virus poses a significant public health threat.
Recent research has identified H5N1 variants capable of airborne transmission in ferrets.

Purpose of the Study:

To report the identification of airborne transmissible H5N1 virus variants.
To discuss the implications of restricted publication of sensitive biological research.

Main Methods:

Identification of H5N1 virus variants.
Assessment of airborne transmission in a ferret model.
Analysis of amino acid changes related to transmission.

Main Results:

Specific H5N1 virus variants were found to be airborne transmissible among ferrets.

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The National Science Advisory Board for Biosecurity recommended against publishing research details.

Conclusions:

The decision to restrict publication is scientifically questionable.
Such restrictions may impede scientific progress and set a concerning precedent for research regulation.