CHEMICAL/BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE - LIFE SCIENCES (BASIC RESEARCH)

Abstract

This project (LF1) supports research efforts in fundamental science phenomenology in microbiology, biochemistry, pathogenic mechanisms, cell and molecular biology, and immunology that are investigating molecular signatures, mechanisms of action, recognition, catalysis, and biomimetics. Efforts in Life Sciences Basic Research include innovative biotechnology approaches with potential application for rapidly identifying, diagnosing, preventing, and treating disease resulting from exposure to biological or chemical agents, or from radiological exposure; biological and bio-inspired science addressing concepts such as synthetic biology, biomimetics; and other emerging areas of science to build a foundation for developing novel materials. Ultimately, knowledge gained through research in this area supports the development of medical and physical countermeasures against biological or chemical agents in areas such as diagnostics, detection, biosurveillance, protection (both physical and vaccine) and therapeutic intervention.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
LF1_0601384BP_1_0400_PB_2012

Tags

Readers

  • Critical Infrastructure Protection in CBRN and WMD Threats.
  • Gulf War Illness and Chronic Multisymptom Illness in Veterans.
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology

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