MFB information note 2: International Biometrology

Date: 15/04/2003	Ref No:	Type: Guide
Author(s): Roy Dietz, LGC Limited
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Why do bioscientists need to know about international biometrology? Internationally comparable biomeasurements would clearly be a good thing. If only the principle �measured once, accepted everywhere� held in the biosciences, there would be greater confidence in trade, environmental protection, healthcare and technology transfer. An international momentum is beginning to build towards establishing a system to provide a sound basis for comparability in biomeasurement. But the policy and players behind this project come mainly from the physical sciences. Bioscientists need to engage with the debate in order to ensure that developments reflect the reality of the biosciences. UK bioscience is among the world leaders, and can influence the project strongly and in line with UK interests.