Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Reducing Biorisks Posed by Life Sciences Research with Dual-Use Potential
Agreement Number:
7449334 P012408001
Agreement Value:
$4,996,897.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 29, 2023 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
This project aims to reduce biological threats posed by dual-use research of concern (DURC) and the illicit use of biotechnology. Project activities include: (1) promoting multi-sectoral collaboration with the global community of experts on the responsible use of life sciences (RULS) and DURC; (2) implementing the “Global Guidance Framework for the Responsible Use of the Life Sciences and Dual-Use Research” according to regional and country contexts; and (3) establishing a roster of regional champions to share best practices on RULS and DURC.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased collaboration amongst the World Health Organization (WHO), its Member States and relevant experts to monitor biorisks, biosafety, biosecurity and the effective governance of the responsible use of life sciences; (2) strengthened implementation by WHO Member States of best practices related to the responsible use of life sciences or DURC; and (3) improved coordination amongst biorisk, biosafety and biosecurity professionals to share evidence-based best practices and lessons learned on the responsible use of life sciences or DURC.
Location:
Geneva, CH
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q2-00539
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Belated reporting
Recipient's Operating Name:
WHO - World Health Organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
WHO - World Health Organization