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Detection validation

Test a suspected biological detection through independent methods and supported alternative explanations.

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Detection validation / public remit

Test a suspected biological detection through independent methods and supported alternative explanations.

Receiving role
Detection validation assessment lead
Public counterpart
Biosecurity Research

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Office output: Life-detection validation finding

Assessment file: Life-detection validation finding

  • detection signal
  • instrument controls
  • contamination history

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A difficult detection validation case

Illustrative case / BIO.04.01

A promising signal matches an untracked terrestrial contaminant; preserve ambiguity and obtain independent tests.

Reporting and specialist powers

Competent parent
Biosecurity Research
Local public authority
Planetary Protection Authority
Receiving evidence
detection signal; instrument controls; contamination history
Assessment question
A promising signal matches an untracked terrestrial contaminant

Public records and accountability

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Records and reasoned determinations

Life-detection validation finding

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