This book argues that the conditions of research in bioweapons and biosecurity pose a greater risk to health and security of Americans than do bioterrorist attacks, but that this risk can be countered and defeated with greater efforts against infectious diseases and greater international oversight and transparency.
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This book argues that the conditions of research in bioweapons and biosecurity pose a greater risk to health and security of Americans than do bioterrorist attacks, but that this risk can be countered and defeated with greater efforts against infectious diseases and greater international oversight and transparency.
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Very good in very good dust jacket. Ex-library. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 260 p. Audience: General/trade. LCCN 2009013803 Type of material Book Personal name Klotz, Lynn C. Main title Breeding bio insecurity: how U.S. biodefense is exporting fear, globalizing risk, and making us all less secure / Lynn C. Klotz and Edward J. Sylvester. Published/Created Chicago; London: The University of Chicago Press, 2009. Description 260 p.; 24 cm. ISBN 9780226444055 (cloth: alk. paper) 0226444058 (cloth: alk. paper) LC classification UG447.8. K57 2009 Related names Sylvester, Edward J. Summary This book argues that the conditions of research in bioweapons and biosecurity pose a greater risk to health and security of Americans than do bioterrorist attacks, but that this risk can be countered and defeated with greater efforts against infectious diseases and greater international oversight and transparency. Contents Dangerous crossing--A future bright and dark--A hawk turns to peace, doves go to war--Devils we've known--Paranoia begets permissiveness--Dangerous acquaintances--Who's minding the store? --All roads must lead to public health--Down to grass roots--Acting globally. Subjects Biological warfare--History--21st century. Biological weapons--Research--United States. Communicable diseases--Prevention. Public health--International cooperation. United States--Military policy. Notes Includes bibliographical references and index. Dewey class no. 358/.38 Geographic area code n-us---
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New. Offers necessary steps to set us on the path toward true biosecurity. This book argues that true biosecurity will require a multipronged effort based on an understanding of the complexity of the issue, guided by scientific ethics, and watched over by a vigilant citizenry attentive to the difference between fearmongering and true analysis of risk. Num Pages: 240 pages, 4 halftones, 1 line drawing, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPSF; JWMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499. 2009. Hardcover.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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