This first volume of a two-volume set describes general aspects, such as the historical view on the topic, the role of information distribution and preparedness of health-care systems and preparedness in emergency cases. Part two describes and discusseses in detail the pathogens and toxins that are potentially used for biological attacks. As such, the book is a valuable resource for faculties engaged in molecular biology, genetic engineering, neurology, biodefense, biosafety & biosecurity, virology, and infectious disease programs, as well as professional medical research organizations.

General Section

Historical Aspects of Biological Weapons Development and Use
Biodefense Strategies
Need for Biosurveillance
Role of Information Technology in Biodefense
Role of Social Media in Biodefense
Health-care System Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness
Pathogens and Toxins Potentially Used for Biological Attacks
Bacillus anthracis
Botulinum toxin
Yersinia pestis
Variola virus
Francisella tularensis
Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers
Brucellae
Burkholderia mallei
Burkholderia pseudomallei
Coxiella burnetii
Rickettsia prowazekii
Food Safety-related Biothreats
Water Safety-related Biothreats
Neurotropic Viruses
Microbiological Toxins.