Biosecurity and Bioterrorism

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Biosecurity and Bioterrorism (ISSN 1538-7135) is a peer-reviewed journal that 'provides essential guidance for the protection of society against bioweapons, and is a key resource for policy makers, scientific experts, and government officials'. [1] The journal was first published in 2003 and is issued bimonthly, it is under the editorial leadership of Co-Editors-in-Chief Thomas V. Inglesby and D. A. Henderson. [1]

Areas covered

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism coverage includes:

  • Scientific, medical, and policy advancements that might help prevent or respond to epidemics
  • Future directions and innovations in public health that improve response to major health events
  • Guidance for healthcare organizations planning to cope with mass casualty crises
  • Initiatives or concepts intended to reduce agricultural vulnerabilities
  • Military and intelligence roles and contributions to biodefense strategy and response
  • Communication methods and challenges for decision makers, the media, and the public
  • Ethical and legal dilemmas posed by major health events [1]

People

Circa 2014

Associate Editors

Founding Editor

Editorial Board

Notes

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 Biosecurity and Bioterrorism: Biodefense Strategy, Practice, and Science Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishers, accessed 21 November 2014