Breast bombs a new terror threat
Experts have warned that terrorists could used breast implants packed with explosives to blow up an airliner. Read More
National Biodefense Science Board makes CBRN recommendations
The National Biodefense Science Board has recommended that a major effort be launched by the federal government to better focus its activities on developing medical countermeasures for biological, chemical, radiological and nuclear threats. Read More
Bees utilized in fight against bioterror
Bees are becoming a vital part of the nation’s defense against biological and other weapons as their sense of smell can be exploited as a cheap, effective method of detecting odors within an environment. Read More
North Chicago city simulates chemical attack
The Rapid Deployment Response Team of the Zion, Illinois Police Department was faced with a simulated chemical attack last Friday within the city’s Central Middle School. Read More
Scientist formulate method to trace chemical weapons
A technique has been developed by researchers that allows the chemical fingerprint of such bioterror threats as mustard gas, nerve agents like VX and rat poison to be ascertained, Wired.com has reported. Read More
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