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Gain-of-function research

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Heard in 5 episodes across 2 shows since Jul 2026

Gain-of-function research is a field of medical research that genetically alters organisms to enhance their biological functions, such as pathogenesis, transmissibility, or host range. This research is primarily intended to improve prediction of emerging infectious diseases and to aid in the development of vaccines and therapeutics. However, it also carries significant biosafety and biosecurity risks, often classifying it as dual-use research of concern.

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5
across 2 shows

First heard

Jul 2026

Expert statements

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5 negative

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What experts have said about Gain-of-function research

5 statements · 5 negative

  1. Joe RoganNegativeSep 1, 2026· The Joe Rogan Experience: Protect Our Parks

    Gain-of-function research is biological-weapons research intended to target populations.

    “this is biological weapons research”

    Listen at 16:26

    Open the episode · #2548 - Brian Simpson
  2. Joe RoganNegativeAug 13, 2026· The Joe Rogan Experience: Protect Our Parks

    Gain-of-function research makes viruses more transmissible and deadly using taxpayer funding.

    “What they're doing is making viruses more. More transmissible and more deadly. And they're working on it. Your tax dollars are at work.”

    Listen at 1:17:33

    Open the episode · #2539 - Protect Our Parks 17
  3. Annie JacobsenNegativeJul 31, 2026· The Joe Rogan Experience: Protect Our Parks

    Many experts regard gain-of-function research as biological-weapons engineering.

    “most of the people I talked to said gain of function is a euphemism for biological weapons engineering.”

    Listen at 6:56

    Open the episode · #2534 - Annie Jacobsen
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