Virus Research and Biosafety Challenges

This chapter explores the collaborative research efforts between EcoHealth Alliance and the Wuhan Institute of Virology focused on SARS viruses. It raises concerns about biosafety and the implications of their studies, especially regarding the risk of virus transmission from animals to humans. The narrative also examines the complexities impacting biosafety standards and the scrutiny over laboratory practices, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.