February 12, 2004

New York Times

The community outreach by the University of Texas Medical Branch prior to the establishment of UTMB as a center for biodefense research was featured in a February 10 article in the New York Times. 

The article, "New Germ Labs Stir Debate Over Secrecy and Safety," by Judith Miller, said that establishment of a Biosafety Level 4 laboratory in Boston has not been well received by the community.

University Area Association President Juan Pena, and UAA Program Director Robert Mihovil, who were interviewed for the article, complimented the efforts of UTMB to address community concerns.

"They really included us in the planning," Mihovil said.

Miller, citing comments by several community leaders in Boston, said opposition to the facility there is continuing to build.

To read the article, visit www.nytimes.com/2004/02/10/science/10BIOL.html?ex=1077528384&ei=1&en=9e0e3d40d75f6f08

Gulf Coast E-news is a publication of Guidry News Service, with offices at 926 Broadway in Galveston, covering posted public meetings in Galveston County, Jefferson County and Harris County.  For additional information, or to order a free, one-week complimentary subscription to Gulf Coast E-news, email News@guidrynews.com.   Telephone (409) 763-6397 (763-NEWS)

For photos and recordings of meetings and special events, visit The Online News Station at www.guidrynews.com.