Scientific Openness vs National Security: The Publication Dilemma
In light of the potential for terrorist acts, scientists, regulators, and journal editors address the question of how much scientific information should be freely available.
Since the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, increased security has worked its way into many facets of our lives, some previously untouched by security concerns. Some individuals resent the intrusion, while others welcome measures intended to protect our safety. An ongoing passionate debate about the publication of scientific research promises to have significant consequences, as scientists are challenged to examine the entire structure of our current system for research and publication.
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