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Encyclopedia of Bioterrorism Defense
Richard F. Pilch (Ed.)
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Description for Encyclopedia of Bioterrorism Defense
Hardcover. This Encyclopedia aims to educate a broad spectrum of readers, in addition to serving as a unique reference for researchers engaged in combating the threat of bioterrorism. * Comprehensively covers the field of bioterrorism, including related science, technology, medicine, politics, law, and history. * Includes over 125 articles. Editor(s): Pilch, Richard F.; Zilinskas, Raymond A. Num Pages: 555 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; MJ; PN; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 287 x 222 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1519.
This groundbreaking reference marks the first time a publication has attempted to provide complete coverage in the field of bioterrorism. Articles review current knowledge across various disciplines within the context of bioterrorism, covering the most recent developments in areas including bioterrorism agents, biodefense infrastructure, biotechnology, preparedness, threats, threat analysis, and legislation. Relevant biological warfare events are included with a through analysis.
This groundbreaking reference marks the first time a publication has attempted to provide complete coverage in the field of bioterrorism. Articles review current knowledge across various disciplines within the context of bioterrorism, covering the most recent developments in areas including bioterrorism agents, biodefense infrastructure, biotechnology, preparedness, threats, threat analysis, and legislation. Relevant biological warfare events are included with a through analysis.
This one-of-a-kind volume:
- Includes detailed coverage of such topics as: Biotechnology and Bioterrorism, Bioterrorist Attack--Stages & Aftermath, Detection of Agents, and Psychological & Social Sequelae
- Offers a user friendly style, with biological agents covered consistently across entries
- Contains over 125 ... Read more
- Provides case studies, with discussion of lessons learned
- Comprehensively covers the field of bioterrorism, including related science, technology, medicine, politics, law and history
Written by an international panel of experts in the field, this landmark reference supplies essential information to a wide audience of scientists, researchers, physicians, health care professionals, policymakers, historians, journalists, and students.
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Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
555
Condition
New
Number of Pages
555
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780471467175
SKU
V9780471467175
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About Richard F. Pilch (Ed.)
A graduate of the University of Miami School of Medicine, Richard Pilch, M.D., joined the Center for Nonproliferation Studies at the Monterey Institute of International Studies in January 2002, where he now serves as the Scientist-in-Residence of the Chemical and Biological Weapons Nonproliferation Program. Dr. Pilch is a project manager for the Cooperative Biological Research program in Russia, and is ... Read more
Reviews for Encyclopedia of Bioterrorism Defense
"…this encyclopedia has now become an absolute adoption requirement for academic libraries throughout the world." (Electric Review, September/October 2006) "…they have broken new ground." (E-STREAMS, June 2006) "...immeasurably useful...the information contained in the book should be extremely valuable to all local emergency-planning agencies worldwide." (Journal of Hazardous Materials, February 28, 2006) "This book is what ... Read more