This first volume of a two-volume set describes general aspects, such as the historical view on the topic, the role of information distribution and preparedness of health-care systems and preparedness in emergency cases. Part two describes and discusseses in detail the pathogens and toxins that are potentially used for biological attacks. As such, the book is a valuable resource for faculties engaged in molecular biology, genetic engineering, neurology, biodefense, biosafety & biosecurity, virology, and infectious disease programs, as well as professional medical research organizations.
สารบัญ
General Section.- Historical Aspects of Biological Weapons Development and Use.- Biodefense Strategies.- Need for Biosurveillance.- Role of Information Technology in Biodefense.- Role of Social Media in Biodefense.- Health-care System Preparedness.- Emergency Preparedness.-
Pathogens and Toxins Potentially Used for Biological Attacks.- Bacillus anthracis.- Botulinum toxin.- Yersinia pestis.- Variola virus.- Francisella tularensis.- Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers.- Brucellae.- Burkholderia mallei.- Burkholderia pseudomallei.- Coxiella burnetii.- Rickettsia prowazekii.- Food Safety-related Biothreats.- Water Safety-related Biothreats.- Neurotropic Viruses.- Microbiological Toxins.
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Sunit K. Singh, Professor, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
Jens H. Kuhn (Battelle contractor), Integrated Research Facility at Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD
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