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Abstract
"This volume is based on a multidisciplinary approach towards biological and chemical threats that can, and have been previously used in bioterrorism attacks around the globe. Current knowledge and evidence-based principles from the fields of synthetic biology, microbiology, plant biology, chemistry, food science, forensics, tactics, infective medicine, psychology and others are compiled to address numerous aspects and the complexity of bioterrorism attacks. The main focus is on biological threats, especially in the context of synthetic biology and its emerging findings that can be observed as possible threat and tool. The book examines microorganisms and their possible use in forensics, i.e. as possible detection tool that could enable fast and precise detection of possible treats. A number of plant derived components are also discussed as possible agents in bioterrorism attacks, and in relation to infectious disease pathology. Another integral part is food safety, especially in terms of large food supply chains, like airline caterings, institutionalized kitchens etc. Food can be observed as a possible mean of delivery of various agents (biological and chemical) for bioterrorism attacks. Steps on how to recognize specific critical points in a food supply chain, along with proposed corrective activities are discussed. Examples from around the globe, along with the methodological approach on how to differentiate bioterrorism attacks from other epidemics are provided. However, epidemics are also discussed in the context of migrations, with the special emphasis on the current refugee migrations that affect not only Europe, but also the United States. The book encompasses examples and tools developed for easier, more specific, and faster detection of possible bioterrorism treats, along with proposed actions for some aspects of a bioterrorism attack"--Publisher's website
Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- 1.1 Control of Biological Weapons -- 1.1.1 Strategy of Intelligence -- 1.1.2 Strategy of Deterrence -- 1.2 Biothreat and Bioterrorism Prevention -- 1.2.1 Levels of Prevention -- References -- Chapter 2: Synthetic Biology, Dual Use Research, and Possibilities for Control -- 2.1 Terrorism and Bioterrorism in the USA in 2001 -- 2.2 Synthetic Biology and Bioterrorism -- 2.3 The Responsibility of Scientists to Prevent Bioterrorism -- References -- Chapter 3: The Global Threats from Naturally Occurring Infectious Diseases -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 Consequences of Biological Events -- 3.2.1 Short-Term Consequences -- 3.2.2 Long-Term Consequences -- 3.3 The Spectrum of Biological Events -- 3.3.1 Naturally Occurring Events -- 3.3.2 Accidental Release of Biological Agents -- 3.3.3 Intentional Release of Biological Agents -- 3.4 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: Refugee Crisis As a Potential Threat to Public Health -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Background -- 4.3 Bulgaria and Migrant Crisis -- 4.3.1 Demographic Profile of Refugees in Bulgaria -- 4.3.2 Health Aspects of Migrant Crisis in Bulgaria -- 4.4 Potential Risks to Public Health -- 4.4.1 Infectious Diseases -- 4.4.2 Vaccination -- 4.4.3 Antimicrobial Resistance -- 4.4.4 Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) -- 4.4.5 Bioterrorism -- 4.5 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5: A Perspective on the Strategy of Intelligence -- 5.1 Introduction, Objectives and Background -- 5.2 Providing a Baseline for the Strategy of Intelligence -- 5.3 Deeper Looks with Bioterrorism Prevention and Control in Mind -- 5.3.1 Agencies That Are Best Positioned to Produce Intelligence Related to Bioterrorism Prevention and Control and Others Which Can Support -- 5.3.2 Agencies Have Differing Missions, Authorities, Responsibilities, Resources, Priorities and Customers.
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