Firepower In The Lab

Author : N. Patel,C. Kumar,Tony J. Beugelsdijk,Scott P. Layne
Publisher : Joseph Henry Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2001-05-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309172349

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Firepower in the Lab by N. Patel,C. Kumar,Tony J. Beugelsdijk,Scott P. Layne Pdf

Today's world poses a triple threat to the American population: infectious diseases, contamination of food and water, and bioattacks (biowarfare or bioterrorism). At least 17 countries are producing weapons of mass destruction using viruses, bacteria, or their toxins. AIDS, E. coli contamination, drug-resistant tuberculosis, and virulent flu strains are perhaps the best known of a host of disease threats. What these dangers have in common is the amount of data required to achieve solutions; in some cases, as much as a petabit (1 followed by 15 zeros) of data is required to study large numbers of samples from widespread locations. Firepower in the Lab examines how the nation can combat this triple threat by improving our ability to detect, measure, and monitor harmful biological agents. It explores the potential of today's exciting new laboratory automation and computer technologies as well as the emerging tools of molecular biology-how we can generate and analyze more data quickly and reduce human hands-on involvement, which inevitably introduces errors. The book discusses how to improve and apply technologies such as robotics, laboratory automation, "lab-on-a-chip," bioinformatics, and Internet control innovations. It reviews lessons learned from our experience with pandemic flu viruses. It also presents strategies for developing new high-throughput technologies, including how to address the lack of public funding for critical research undertakings.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Terrorism
ISBN : PSU:000049670844

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Science and Technology to Combat Terrorism by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2002-09-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309182720

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Making the Nation Safer by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism Pdf

Vulnerabilities abound in U.S. society. The openness and efficiency of our key infrastructures â€" transportation, information and telecommunications systems, health systems, the electric power grid, emergency response units, food and water supplies, and others â€" make them susceptible to terrorist attacks. Making the Nation Safer discusses technical approaches to mitigating these vulnerabilities. A broad range of topics are covered in this book, including: Nuclear and radiological threats, such as improvised nuclear devices and "dirty bombs;" Bioterrorism, medical research, agricultural systems and public health; Toxic chemicals and explosive materials; Information technology, such as communications systems, data management, cyber attacks, and identification and authentication systems; Energy systems, such as the electrical power grid and oil and natural gas systems; Transportation systems; Cities and fixed infrastructures, such as buildings, emergency operations centers, and tunnels; The response of people to terrorism, such as how quality of life and morale of the population can be a target of terrorists and how people respond to terrorist attacks; and Linked infrastructures, i.e. the vulnerabilities that result from the interdependencies of key systems. In each of these areas, there are recommendations on how to immediately apply existing knowledge and technology to make the nation safer and on starting research and development programs that could produce innovations that will strengthen key systems and protect us against future threats. The book also discusses issues affecting the government's ability to carry out the necessary science and engineering programs and the important role of industry, universities, and states, counties, and cities in homeland security efforts. A long term commitment to homeland security is necessary to make the nation safer, and this book lays out a roadmap of how science and engineering can assist in countering terrorism.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1096 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Communicable diseases
ISBN : UGA:32108040256482

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Emerging Infectious Diseases by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 836 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : United States
ISBN : SRLF:AA0002135671

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Army procurement programs by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 846 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Electronic
ISBN : LOC:00185826934

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Department of Defense Appropriations for ... by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 846 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : United States
ISBN : UOM:39015008809504

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Department of Defense appropriations for 1985 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 844 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : United States
ISBN : SRLF:AA0002135663

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Army Light Infantry Division by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Dept. of Defense
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1064 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : United States
ISBN : UOM:39015031749826

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Department of Defense appropriations for 1985 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Dept. of Defense Pdf

Author : Bob Mayer
Publisher : Cool Gus Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781935712411

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Eyes of the Hammer by Bob Mayer Pdf

From NY Times Bestselling Author, Amazon top 25 Author, former Green Beret and West Point Graduate, Bob Mayer. What if US Army Green Berets led by Dave Riley must take on not only criminal drug traffickers but also betray their own government? A US Army Special Forces team carrying sterilized weapons and unmarked uniforms is on its way to Colombia. The mission: conduct covert, unilateral raids to destroy cocaine processing laboratories. Of course nothing is as it seems especially once the CIA gets involved. Throw in an Israeli mercenary, betrayal and double-dealing in Washington and the team soon finds itself wondering what the real mission is. “A scorcher of a novel. Mayer had me hooked from the very first page.” Stephen Coonts From Publishers Weekly When Colombia secretly requests U.S. aid against the drug cartel, a Special Forces A-Team becomes the "eyes" guiding gunships and helicopters--the "hammer"--against jungle cocaine-processing labs. Then treachery leaves four Green Berets dead and one in the hands of the "Ring Man," deadliest of the drug lords. Special Forces warrant officer Riley and CIA agent Kate Westland are sent in to kill the Ring Man and rescue the prisoner. Their slim chances sink to near-zero when Washington pulls the plug on the mission. But before his people are abandoned, a veteran Special Forces colonel still has a few cards to play. In his first novel (launching a series), former Green Beret Mayer successfully establishes the nuanced differences among U.S. Special Operations units: rangers, Delta Force and Special Forces. But his story line jumps unconvincingly from covert infiltration mission to secret agent-type assassination to commando raid. Descriptions of the tools of unconventional warfare are static, and characters, with the exception of agent Westland, never achieve full dimension. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Library Journal A thriller that delivers in all areas--plot, suspense, authenticity, and pace. Riley, a Special Forces man, is sent to one of a series of invasions of Colombia to destroy cocaine processing plants. After two successes and one failure, he is assigned to terminate a drug lord. His companion is a woman, Westland, a CIA agent. The intrigue and plotting of the military and various government agencies, in the United States and Colombia, and the incredible Colombian corruption are interwoven into a minor masterpiece of technology and suspense. The climax will have the reader yearning for more nails to bite. A first novel by a former Green Beret, this is not to be missed by fans of the genre. - Robert H. Donahugh, formerly with Youngstown & Mahoning Cty. P.L., Ohio Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Antiaircraft artillery
ISBN : COLUMBIA:CU14227061

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ADA. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Aaron Woland,Vivek Santuka,Jamie Sanbower,Chad Mitchell
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 1017 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780134807676

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Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions - Volume II by Aaron Woland,Vivek Santuka,Jamie Sanbower,Chad Mitchell Pdf

The essential reference for security pros and CCIE Security candidates: identity, context sharing, encryption, secure connectivity and virtualization Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions – Volume II brings together more expert-level instruction in security design, deployment, integration, and support. It will help experienced security and network professionals manage complex solutions, succeed in their day-to-day jobs, and prepare for their CCIE Security written and lab exams. Volume II focuses on the Cisco Identity Services Engine, Context Sharing, TrustSec, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Secure Connectivity with VPNs, and the virtualization and automation sections of the CCIE v5 blueprint. Like Volume I, its strong focus on interproduct integration will help you combine formerly disparate systems into seamless, coherent, next-generation security solutions. Part of the Cisco CCIE Professional Development Series from Cisco Press, it is authored by a team of CCIEs who are world-class experts in their Cisco security disciplines, including co-creators of the CCIE Security v5 blueprint. Each chapter starts with relevant theory, presents configuration examples and applications, and concludes with practical troubleshooting. Review the essentials of Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) Explore the RADIUS and TACACS+ AAA protocols, and administer devices with them Enforce basic network access control with the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Implement sophisticated ISE profiling, EzConnect, and Passive Identity features Extend network access with BYOD support, MDM integration, Posture Validation, and Guest Services Safely share context with ISE, and implement pxGrid and Rapid Threat Containment Integrate ISE with Cisco FMC, WSA, and other devices Leverage Cisco Security APIs to increase control and flexibility Review Virtual Private Network (VPN) concepts and types Understand and deploy Infrastructure VPNs and Remote Access VPNs Virtualize leading Cisco Security products Make the most of Virtual Security Gateway (VSG), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and microsegmentation

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1943
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : MINN:30000011650987

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Air Force by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 728 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : MINN:31951000607755J

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Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1943
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : OSU:32435061965042

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Air Corps News Letter by Anonim Pdf