Swiss Expert Committee for Biosafety

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The Swiss Expert Committee for Biosafety (SECB), a permanent federal advisory committee, advises the Federal Council and the federal agencies on the drafting of laws, ordinances, guidelines and recommendations. 

It advises the federal and cantonal authorities on the enforcement of these regulations. 

It issues statements on licence applications and publishes recommendations on safety measures for studies using genetically modified, pathogenic or alien organisms.

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Last edition: 01.03.2024