Biodefense
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SpeciaL FocuS editoriaL 740 Virulence Volume 4 issue 8 This special issue of Virulence is concerned with new trends and developments in biodefense research with emphasis in bacterial pathogens and toxins. Although the wealth of research approaches targeting this elite class of pathogens is increasing, there is an apparent gap in translating the accumulated information into effective medical countermeasures compliant with the current regulatory environment. This issue contains comprehensive reviews and covers a variety of innovative strategies for biosurveillance, molecular diagnostics, novel discovery, molecular tools, and alternative therapeutic interventions with focus on light-based platforms and immunotherapeutics. Special attention is placed on cornerstone biodefense pathogens such as Bacillus anthracis, Burkolderia pseudomallei, and Francisella tularensis.
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