Redirecting Dual-Use Research Regulations
Courtney Gavitt
November 20, 2013
Article Out Loud Working with pathogenic and toxic materials puts researchers, and their working environment, at considerable risk of harmful accidental exposure. Even beyond this explicit challenge of life science
A Unified Strategy for Biodefense Preparedness
Patrick P. Rose
November 13, 2013
Regardless of what many experts perceive as the likelihood of a biological attack, continuing
improvements in U.S. public health preparedness programs are necessary to ensure more effective response
operations and save countless lives. A cooperative approach to biodefense planning should include an
expansion of the nation’s existing arsenal of medical countermeasures and the development and production
of additional vaccines.
Needed: More Biothreat Training for First Responders
Domestic Preparedness and
November 13, 2013
Biological weapons are the most significant threat the United States now faces. Identifying the
signs and symptoms early is the best method of defending against such weapons, but U.S. military
personnel are not yet properly equipped and trained to identify and prevent the spread of such threats.
Intelligent Accountability – Being Prepared for the Unthinkable
Domestic Preparedness and
November 13, 2013
The unthinkable can happen at any time, and in any place. Being able to track and credential first
responders in a timely manner against the unseen perils in today’s dangerous world can save many lives.
This podcast interview provides important insights on the effective use and training of intelligent
accountability systems.
Post-Disaster Reunification of Children: A Nationwide Approach
Domestic Preparedness
November 12, 2013
Post-Disaster Reunification of Children: A Nationwide Approach illustrates the significance of whole-community collaboration and inclusive emergency planning by providing a comprehensive overview of the coordination processes needed to reunify children
GPS Disruptions: Efforts to Assess Risks to Critical Infrastructure and Coordinate Agency Actions Should Be Enhanced
Domestic Preparedness
November 10, 2013
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) was asked to review the effects of Global Positioning System (GPS) disruptions on the nation’s critical infrastructure. GAO examined: (a) the extent to which the
Black Swans – Preparing for Pandemic & Biological Threats
Robert C. Hutchinson
November 6, 2013
The first step in preparing for a “Black Swan” event is to confirm that it actually exists. Once that is done, it is important to recognize its potential impact, implement the plans and strategies needed, and understand the roles played by all stakeholders involved.
