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National Technical Commission on Biosafety (CTNBio), Brazil
CTNBio under the Ministry of the Science and Technology has regulatory duties related to biotechnology and biosafety. CTNBio is responsible for the safe implementation of the research and development in biotechnology and for submission of applications to the National Committee. It shall monitor and notify the National Committee and competent authorities in case of any harm posed to people or to the environment.