Biodefense

the long version

"The anthrax attacks by bioterrorists in the USA in October 2001 served to highlight our vulnerability to biological warfare and to act as an impetus for a massive increase in funding for biodefense research. In this timely book, biodefense experts critically review every aspect of this complex issue. The microbiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, epidemiology, infection control and novel therapeutics for all the key pathogens involved are comprehensively covered." "This book is essential reading for everyone with an interest in biodefense, microbial pathogenesis, microbial genomics, antimicrobials, or biotechnology, and for students and health professionals."--Book jacket.