WEBINAR
Guidance on Purchasing Gene Synthesis Equipment or Products
in Compliance with AB 1963

Presented by:
UC Office of the President

Learn more about Guidance Memo 23-02 (Guidance on Purchasing Gene Synthesis Equipment or Products). In August 2022, California passed AB 1963, which amends sections 6630 and 66361 of the Education Code. It requires the California State University (CSU) to, and requests that University of California (UC), develop systemwide guidance for purchasing gene synthesis equipment or gene synthesis products from providers who prevent the misuse of synthetic genes and safeguard the benefits of gene synthesis technology, while minimizing risk. This webinar will provide an overview of AB 1963, how to comply with its requirements, and resources for compliance.

The webinar applies to individuals in the research community who may be involved in purchasing gene synthesis equipment or products (e.g., researchers, lab managers, students, and procurement offices).

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• Smartsheet Dashboard
• International Gene Synthesis Consortium (IGSC)
• Harmonized Screening Protocol for Gene Sequence & Customer Screening to Promote Biosecurity (IGSC)
• Screening Framework Guidance for Providers of Synthetic Double-Stranded DNA (HHS)
• Dual Use Research of Concern Policy (University of California)
• Biosafety and Recombinant DNA policy (NIH)
• Guidance on Purchasing Gene Synthesis Equipment or Products (calstate.edu)