Lab Under Fire After DNA Smuggling Probe

Indiana University’s Myers Hall is in the crosshairs of a federal probe after the USDA ordered the destruction of biological materials during a May inspection — including bizarre claims that even houseplants were trashed. The scandal centers on a researcher in Professor Roger Innes’ lab who pleaded guilty to smuggling E. coli DNA from China, allegedly hidden in underwear, sparking FBI suspicions of espionage. While the university insists only Innes’ lab materials were affected, faculty fear a broader crackdown, and the lab’s new locks hint at lingering scrutiny. Though the USDA initially said they were done, a recent follow-up confirmed the investigation remains active — leaving the lab under FBI watch and the campus in suspense. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/88ddc799a3001276