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19 June 2026

BIH Biosafety – The Proper Handling of Biological Materials

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© Dr. Sophie G. Elschner

Biosafety is an important part of scientific work, as it ensures that researchers handle biological materials professionally in the laboratory. The field distinguishes between biosecurity and biosafety. Our Central Biosafety Officer, Dr. Peter Witkowski, explains the difference between the two together with Dr. Franka Klatt-Schulz and Nicole Bormann during a tour of the BIH Clinical Incubator.

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