Christa Prange
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Christa Prange is a pioneering figure in the field of genomic resource management, with a focused expertise in the ethical and logistical frameworks governing the distribution of biological research materials. Her seminal work, "The Responsibility to Share: Sharing the Responsibility" (2004), has garnered 3 citations and remains a foundational text in discussions of biorepository stewardship. In this critical paper, Prange analyzed the novel challenges posed by emerging transcriptome, promoterome, and phenome clone sets—early examples of a "new breed" of biological resources. She identified how their unique design features fundamentally altered the responsibilities of every actor in the distribution chain, from originator to end user. By articulating the shared obligations required to ensure equitable access and sustainable sharing, Prange helped shape modern best practices for managing complex genomic tools. Her contribution is particularly notable for bridging technical resource design with ethical distribution principles, offering a framework that remains relevant as biological resources grow increasingly sophisticated. Through this work, Prange has influenced how repositories and researchers navigate the delicate balance between open science and responsible stewardship.
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- 1The Responsibility to Share: Sharing the Responsibility3 citations · 2004