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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ed White

2 Chinese scientists will stay in jail while accused of bringing biological material to US

US Dangerous Fungus - (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

Two Chinese scientists accused of smuggling or shipping biological material into the United States for use at the University of Michigan will remain in custody after waiving their right to a hearing Friday in federal court.

Yunqing Jian and Chengxuan Han said in separate court appearances in Detroit that they would not challenge the government's request to keep them locked up while their cases move forward.

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