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Technology Challenges in Responding to Biological orChemical Attacks in the Civilian Sector.
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Science . 11/21/2003, Vol. 302 Issue 5649, p1350-1354. 5p. 2 Color Photographs, 1 Map. - Publication Year :
- 2003
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Abstract
- Increasingly sophisticated technologies are needed for counterterrorism responses to biological and chemical warfare agents. Recently developed detection and identification systems are characterized by increased sensitivity, greater automation, and fewer false alarms. Attempts are also under way to reduce the cost and complexity of field-deployable systems. A broad range of decontamination reagents for equipment and personnel is emerging, but decontamination of large buildings, inaccessible spaces, and sensitive equipment remains problematic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *COUNTERTERRORISM
*BIOLOGICAL warfare
*CHEMICAL warfare
*AUTOMATION
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00368075
- Volume :
- 302
- Issue :
- 5649
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Science
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 11547075
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1085922