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Understanding the Major Transmission Routes of Biological and Chemical Agents
Biological and chemical agents used in bioterrorism can be transmitted to human or animal populations […]
Category C Biological Agents – Emerging Threats in Public Health: Understanding Category “C” Biological Agents and Their Potential for Future Bioterrorism
Category “C” biological agents occupy a distinct and critical niche in the spectrum of emerging […]
Category A Biological Agents: How to Identify, Contain, and Prepare for the Highest-Risk Biothreats
Category A biological agents are pathogens or toxins classified by the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Microbes Used as Biological Weapons: Bioterrorism Threats and Global Biosecurity Measures
Microorganisms have long been recognized not only for their role in disease and ecology but […]
BIOTERRORISM: Definition & Attributes of Biological Agents used for Biowarfare
Bioterrorism is broadly defined as the unauthorized, deliberate, or threatened use of microorganisms including bacteria, […]
Microbiological Risk Assessment: Identification, Evaluation, and Control of Biological Hazards
Microbiological risk assessment (MRA) is a systematic and structured process used to evaluate the potential […]
Risk group classification of microorganisms
The great majority of microorganisms are beneficial to man, plants, animals and the environment. These […]
Use & care of the Biosafety Laminar Flow Cabinet
Biosafety laminar flow cabinet or hood is used to maintain a clean environment when performing […]
Important Microbiology Websites for Study & Opportunities
Africa’s largest microbiology website https://microbiologyclass.net Canadian Society of Microbiologists https://csm-scm.org/conferences/ American Society for Microbiology https://www.asm.org/ […]