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Clinical Research
OSP focuses on the regulatory and policy issues related to research involving human research participants, biospecimens, participant data, and the integration of bioethical considerations across the NIH research portfolio. We...
Scientific Data Sharing
OSP evaluates opportunities and challenges regarding the generation, management, sharing, and access of scientific research data. We also analyze the scientific, ethical, and social implications of genetic and genomic research...
Biosafety and Biosecurity Policy
OSP develops and implements policies promote life sciences research while protecting public health and national security by minimizing the potential threats posed by biological pathogens and the potential misuse of...
Stem Cell and Developmental Biology Policy
OSP monitors and assesses the scientific, ethical, and social implications of certain biotechnologies, and the development and integration of those technologies into scientific and clinical practice.
Novel and Exceptional Technology and Research Advisory Committee (NExTRAC)
The Novel and Exceptional Technology and Research Advisory Committee is a federal advisory committee that provides recommendations to the NIH Director and a public forum for the discussion of the...
National Science Advisory Board for Biosecurity (NSABB)
The NSABB is a federal advisory committee that addresses issues related to biosecurity and dual use research at the request of the United States Government.