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Op-Ed – Dual-Use Research: Is it possible to protect the public without encroaching rights?
T. Tosin Fadeyi, Master’s Candidate, Biotechnology (Biodefense and Biosecurity Concentration), University of Maryland Read More »
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Book Review: Bioinsecurity and Vulnerability
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Op-Ed – Microbial Forensic Attribution: Where Science Meets International Relations
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Op-Ed – Science Needs for Microbial Forensics: Developing Initial International Research Priorities
Committee on Science Needs Microbial Forensics: Developing an Initial International Roadmap, Board on Read More »
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Op-Ed – A Necessary Biopreparedness Priority: Strengthening the Medical Countermeasures Enterprise
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Biodefense: Who’s In Charge?
Introduction — This article seeks to describe the current organizational structure, the role of the federal agencies in the context of biodefense and the federalism relationship with the states. The President’s proposal for a Department of Homeland Security is also examined in the context of the legal implications for biodefense, and the shift in federalism in that proposal. In conclusion, although the Congress passed legislation creating a Department of Homeland Security, the responsibility for a defense against bioterrorism remains undefined, and this article recommends a national approach to biodefense and considerations for the future are discussed.
Citation: Biodefense – Who’s In Charge?, 13 Health Matrix 117-158 (2003). Invited article. An analysis of the organization of the federal government surrounding the September 11th attacks in the context of bioterrorism, and the relationship of the federal government with the state governments.
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