Trump moves to tighten rules on risky research on viruses, bacteria, and toxins

The U.S. government has announced new, stricter policies on federally funded experiments that could make pathogens or toxins more dangerous. An executive order signed yesterday by President Donald Trump promises more transparency on such research, stiffer penalties for scientists who violate the rules, and a ban on federal funding for this type of research in countries of concern, such as China.​