GW Engineering Alumnus Lieutenant General (Ret.) Thomas P. Bostick, PhD, PE, NAE, recently published an op-ed in Forbes, “Regulatory Reform To Boost U.S. Innovation and National Security,” which emphasizes the urgent need to modernnize outdated regulatory frameworks that hinder innovation across key industries. Highlighting AquaBounty and Oxitec as case studies, he calls for stronger government-business partnerships and clearer accountability to ensure the U.S. remains competitive on the global stage.
Here is an excerpt from the article: “As the U.S. seeks to maintain its global competitiveness in sectors like biotechnology and infrastructure, regulatory reform will play a critical role in shaping that success. As the former president and chief operating officer of Intrexon – a biotechnology company focused on health, energy, food, and the environment – I have personal experience with the challenges faced by the private sector.”
Read the full article on Forbes.