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ASU's Gillum discusses biosecurity on Arizona Horizon


David Gillum on Arizona Horizon May 30, 2019, with host Ted Simons.

June 03, 2019

As technology continues to move forward in the biosciences, there is more thought being given to biosecurity. Technologies such as gene editing increase the need to protect against possible bioterrorism and the modification of pests and pathogens. 

David Gillum, ASU's biosafety and biosecurity director, appeared in a live spot on Arizona Horizon to explain what biosecurity is and how K–12 can impact its future. 

RELATED: FBI honors ASU's David Gillum for leading the field in biosecurity and biosafety 

Article source: Arizona Horizon

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