WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. currently leads the world in the field of biotechnology. China, however, is gaining ground, and a new report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) warns the U.S. must take action now, or risk falling behind in protecting and safeguarding the homeland.

"The Chinese have been investing in bio-tech for two decades now, and they specifically are focused on solving problems to help their war fighters," Sen. Todd Young, chairman of the NSCEB Commission, told CBN News.

Biotechnology is simply technology based on science. The U.S. became top in the field by pioneering advancements in medicine, agriculture, and defense, but as China harnesses artificial intelligence, that lead is slipping. Senator Young says a major concern is Beijing

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