The Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) is an international treaty that prohibits the development, production, and possession of biological weapons. It was opened for signature in 1972 and entered into force in 1975. The BWC embodies the global community’s commitment to preventing the use of biological agents as weapons of war or terrorism. Advancements in biotechnology … Continue reading The use of bioweapons in research is strictly prohibited under an international treaty, yet there appears to be a lack of effective monitoring to detect any violations.