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This commentary, Pt. 2 of the Bold New Bioweapons series, argues that modern biological threats demand a proactive transformation of deterrence and defense strategies. Building on earlier analysis of detection and attribution challenges, Dr. Giordano asserts that emerging life sciences and related technologies, such as synthetic biology, gene editing, and AI-driven bioengineering blur distinctions between legitimate research and weaponizable capabilities. This undermines traditional deterrence frameworks. To address these complexities, the article proposes adaptive, interoperable, and ethical approaches that integrate advanced biosurveillance, precision bioinformatics, AI-enabled threat modeling, and global collaborative governance. It emphasizes the need for robust international norms and resilient defense postures that align technological innovation with strategic deterrence, enabling the United States and its allies to shape the future biosecurity environment and reinforce stability.

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Article

Topic(s)

Biological and Chemical Issues, Arms Control and Nonproliferation, National Security

Publication Date

7-28-2025

Keywords

bioweapons deterrence, biodefense modernization, synthetic biology risks, biological threats, AI bioengineering, biosurveillance, dual-use biotechnology, biosecurity governance, precision bioinformatics, deterrence strategy, national security technology, global biosecurity policy

Bold New Bioweapons: Part 2 — Bold Bolstering of Deterrence and Defense

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