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Anthrax
Research from USA Scientific has provided new data on anthrax
June 10th, 2008
According to recent research from the United States, "The significance of Bacillus anthracis as an agent of bioterrorism has been well established. An understanding of both the pathogenesis and the host response is required to elucidate approaches to more rapidly detect and effectively prevent or treat anthrax." "Current vaccine strategies are focused primarily on production of antibodies against the protective antigen components of the anthrax toxins, which are secreted by the bacilli. A better understanding of the dynamic morphology of the dormant and germinating spore and its interaction with the host immune system could be important in developing an optimally...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-06-10)
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