diff --git a/site/hazards/ecological-harm.md b/site/hazards/ecological-harm.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e7abde1 --- /dev/null +++ b/site/hazards/ecological-harm.md @@ -0,0 +1,20 @@ +# Synthetic Biology Data Hazard: Capable of Ecological Harm + +```{image} ../images/hazards/ecological-harm.png +:alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a dead fish in a stream next a bare tree. +:width: 250px +``` + +[Icon adapted from the [Health and Safety Executive](https://www.hse.gov.uk/chemical-classification/labelling-packaging/hazard-symbols-hazard-pictograms.htm) under the [Open Government License 3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/)] + +## Description + +This technology has the potential to cause broad ecological harm, even if used correctly. + +## Examples + +__Example 1:__ Gene drives used to cause extinction events and in situ engineering of microbiomes. + +## Safety Precautions + +Ensure sufficient physical containment to avoid unexpected release and barriers in place if deployed. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/site/hazards/experimental-hazard.md b/site/hazards/experimental-hazard.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1370461 --- /dev/null +++ b/site/hazards/experimental-hazard.md @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +# Synthetic Biology Data Hazard: Potential Experimental Hazard + +```{image} ../images/hazards/experimental-hazard.png +:alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a flask containing an exclamation mark. +:width: 250px +``` + +## Description + +Translating technology into experimental practice can require safety precautions + +## Examples + +__Example 1:__ Toxin production, virus-like particles, work with potentially pathogenic microbes. + +## Safety Precautions + +Assess possible safety issues and put in place necessary safety measures. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/site/hazards/incompatible-data.md b/site/hazards/incompatible-data.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b7ccc35 --- /dev/null +++ b/site/hazards/incompatible-data.md @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +# Synthetic Biology Data Hazard: Integration of Incompatible Data + +```{image} ../images/hazards//incompatible-data.png +:alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) containing two arrows coming in from different directions that point to an exclamation mark. +:width: 250px +``` + +## Description + +Data of different types and/or sources are being used together that may not be compatible with each other. + +## Examples + +__Example 1__: Models that need to integrate information about many different processes in a cell. + +## Safety Precautions + +Convert data to compatible format where possible of collect complementary data that is compatible. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/site/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.md b/site/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1924230 --- /dev/null +++ b/site/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.md @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +# Synthetic Biology Data Hazard: Uncertain Accuracy of Source Data + +```{image} ../images/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.png +:alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a target symbol in the middle. +:width: 250px +``` + +## Description + +The accuracy of the underlying data is not known and so its use may lead to erroneous results or introduce bias. + +## Examples + +__Example 1__: Metabolic modelling where inaccurately labelled conversions (e.g. due to computational prediction) might lead to unexpected products being produced by engineered pathways. + + +## Safety Precautions +Attempt to classify uncertainty if possible to better inform decisions and understand the range of possible outcomes. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/site/hazards/uncertain-completeness.md b/site/hazards/uncertain-completeness.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9af9996 --- /dev/null +++ b/site/hazards/uncertain-completeness.md @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +# Synthetic Biology Data Hazard: Uncertain Completeness of Source Data + +```{image} ../images/hazards/uncertain-completeness.png +:alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) containing three puzzle pieces that are not connected together. +:width: 250px +``` + +## Description + +Underlying data is of an uncertain completeness and have missing values that causes biased results. + +## Examples + +__Example 1__: Whole-cell models which attempt to use all the data available, but which may be limited. Protein design often builds on sequences on those proteins so far seen, which may bias design software. + +## Safety Precautions + +Enrich data sets with missing data or attempt to correct for known biases. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/site/images/hazards/ecological-harm.png b/site/images/hazards/ecological-harm.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0b4c69d Binary files /dev/null and b/site/images/hazards/ecological-harm.png differ diff --git a/site/images/hazards/experimental-hazard.png b/site/images/hazards/experimental-hazard.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..c5955f6 Binary files /dev/null and b/site/images/hazards/experimental-hazard.png differ diff --git a/site/images/hazards/incompatible-data.png b/site/images/hazards/incompatible-data.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d2f8968 Binary files /dev/null and b/site/images/hazards/incompatible-data.png differ diff --git a/site/images/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.png b/site/images/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..627dad0 Binary files /dev/null and b/site/images/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.png differ diff --git a/site/images/hazards/uncertain-completeness.png b/site/images/hazards/uncertain-completeness.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..caa48b1 Binary files /dev/null and b/site/images/hazards/uncertain-completeness.png differ diff --git a/site/labels.md b/site/labels.md index a328a78..ace1797 100644 --- a/site/labels.md +++ b/site/labels.md @@ -1,18 +1,16 @@ # Data Hazard labels -__Version 1.0__ - On this page you can see an overview of the current Data Hazards with short descriptions. Click on each for their full information. +Sub-headings also present Hazards which serve as 'expansion packs' for those using Data Hazards in specific fields. We welcome you to suggest changes, so please check our [contribution guidelines](contribute) if you would like to or scroll down for current suggestions below. -You can [download a printable set of Data Hazards cards here](_static/DataHazards_PrintableCards.pdf). +You can [download a printable set of the core Data Hazards cards here](_static/DataHazards_PrintableCards.pdf). Each individual Data Hazard page contains: - A __title__, __description__ and __icon__ to describe the Hazard. - __Examples__ to clarify what the hazard covers. - __Safety Precautions__ as suggestions of how Hazards could be mitigated. - :::{dropdown} Why are the Hazard Labels designed this way? :color: success @@ -25,6 +23,8 @@ We made this choice because we want a similar response from people: 3. They are familiar, especially to scientists, who (within universities) tend to have the least experience of applying ethics. ::: +## Version 1.1 + :::::{grid} 1 2 3 3 @@ -132,6 +132,63 @@ This technology may risk the privacy of individuals whose data is processed by i ::::: +### Extensions for Synthetic Biology + +[Zelenka, Natalie R., et al. "Data hazards in synthetic biology." _Synthetic Biology_ (2024): ysae010.](https://doi.org/10.1093/synbio/ysae010) + + + +:::::{grid} 1 2 3 3 +:margin: 4 4 0 0 +:gutter: 2 + +::::{grid-item-card} Uncertain Accuracy of Source Data +:img-top: images/hazards/uncertain-accuracy.png +:img-alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a target symbol in the middle. +:link: /hazards/uncertain-accuracy +:link-type: doc + +The accuracy of the underlying data is not known and so its use may lead to erroneous results or introduce bias. +:::: + +::::{grid-item-card} Uncertain Completeness of Source Data +:img-top: /images/hazards/uncertain-completeness.png +:img-alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) containing three puzzle pieces that are not connected together. +:link: hazards/uncertain-completeness +:link-type: doc + +Underlying data is of an uncertain completeness and have missing values that causes biased results. +:::: + +::::{grid-item-card} Integration of Incompatible Data +:img-top: /images/hazards/incompatible-data.png +:img-alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) containing two arrows coming in from different directions that point to an exclamation mark. +:link: hazards/incompatible-data +:link-type: doc + +Data of different types and/or sources are being used together that may not be compatible with each other. +:::: + +::::{grid-item-card} Capable of Ecological Harm +:img-top: /images/hazards/ecological-harm.png +:img-alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a dead fish in a stream next a bare tree. +:link: hazards/ecological-harm +:link-type: doc + +This technology has the potential to cause broad ecological harm, even if used correctly. +[Image adapted from the [Health and Safety Executive](https://www.hse.gov.uk/chemical-classification/labelling-packaging/hazard-symbols-hazard-pictograms.htm) under the [Open Government License 3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/)] +:::: + +::::{grid-item-card} Potential Experimental Hazard +:img-top: /images/hazards/experimental-hazard.png +:img-alt: A red diamond shaped outline (like a warning sign) with a flask containing an exclamation mark. +:link: hazards/experimental-hazard +:link-type: doc + +Translating technology into experimental practice can require safety precautions. +:::: + +::::: ## Future development @@ -142,7 +199,7 @@ Suggestions for future versions of the Data Hazard labels are curated as GitHub The change log records when changes that have been made to the project and gives a brief description of what the changes were. The change log started in March 2022. -The most recent changes should be at the top of the list. +The most recent changes are at the top of the list. +__21.06.2024: v1.1 - Add Synthetic Biology Hazard labels__ +Changes made by [@ninadicara](https://github.com/ninadicara) to reflect new additions formally proposed by +authors of [the paper in Synthetic Biology](https://doi.org/10.1093/synbio/ysae010). + __29.05.2024: Put labels in alphabetical order__ [@ninadicara](https://github.com/ninadicara)