| The National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility: Issues for Congress Contributor(s): Shea, Dana A. (Author), Monke, Jim (Author), Gottron, Frank (Author) |
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ISBN: 1288665520 ISBN-13: 9781288665525 Publisher: Bibliogov OUR PRICE: $14.01 Product Type: Paperback Published: January 2013 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Political Science |
| Physical Information: 0.05" H x 7.44" W x 9.69" (0.15 lbs) 26 pages |
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| Publisher Description: The agricultural and food infrastructure of the United States is potentially susceptible to terrorist attack using biological pathogens. In addition to the effects of such an attack on the economy, some animal diseases could potentially be transmitted to humans. These diseases are known as zoonotic diseases. Scientific and medical research on plant and animal diseases may lead to the discovery and development of new diagnostics and countermeasures, reducing the risk and effects of a successful terrorist attack. |