Chemical and biological weapons

In 1979 a new and horrible image of technological barbarism was born.

First full investigation in English into the role played by chivalric ideology, and its violent results, in late medieval Castile.

One hundred years ago, French troops fired tear gas grenades into German trenches.

This book offers a full examination and description of all the toxic chemical and microbiological agents, either tested, manufactured or used since 1914.

This book offers a full examination and description of all the toxic chemical and microbiological agents, either tested, manufactured or used since 1914.

Biological Threats in the 21st Century offers a fresh understanding of contemporary biological threats to national security.

In an age where anthrax can be produced in a garage and multilateral agreements among nations seem ever harder to reach, the threat of biowarfare could rapidly spiral out of control.

A history of weapons of mass destruction from the First World War to the Gulf War - and beyond.

Shadow warfare, or lowaEUR"e;intensity warfare, is constantly being waged around the world.

In six weeks during April and May 1915, as World War I escalated, Germany forever altered the way war would be fought.

Biosecurity comprehensively analyzes the dramatic transformations that are reshaping how the international community addresses biological weapons and infectious diseases.

Daniel Gerstein draws on twenty-nine years of experience in the security and defense sectors to address the threat of bioterrorism.

For centuries arsenic’s image as a poison has been inextricably tied to images of foul play.

This edited collection considers the future of nuclear weapons in world politics in terms of security issues that are important for U.

About ReflectionsReflections is a memoir of the Vietnam War.

Discover the pleasures of watching insects with this fun, informative, and marvelously illustrated how-to guideInsects are the most abundant wildlife on the planetbut also the least observed.

In more detail than has previously been available, this book comprehensively covers all the various mechanisms of caste differentiation in social insects.

Focusing on three forms of biological threat--bioterrorism, biocrime and biohacking--the author examines the history of biowarfare and terrorism.

GRIPPING, MOVING AND INSPIRING: the remarkable life of a world-leading expert in chemical weapons defence.

Murakami tells the true story behind an act of terrorism that turned an average Monday morning into a national disaster.

Pathogens for War explores how Canada and its allies have attempted to deal with the threat of germ warfare, one of the most fearful weapons of mass destruction, since the Second World War.

Pathogens for War explores how Canada and its allies have attempted to deal with the threat of germ warfare, one of the most fearful weapons of mass destruction, since the Second World War.

The secret story of chemical and biological warfare.

Studies of animal behavior have often been invoked to help explain and even guide human behavior.

How honeybees make collective decisions-and what we can learn from this amazing democratic processHoneybees make decisions collectively-and democratically.

How do ant colonies get anything done, when no one is in charge?

A comprehensive portrayal of the behaviour genetics of the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) and the methods used in these studies.

This book reviews state-of-the-art research into trait-based effects and their importance in community and ecosystem ecology.

An insight into the booming industry of insect leisure and tourism, using case studies and examples from around the world.

Gives readers a detailed understanding of how specific biological weapons work and how those affected by the weapons would be treated Teaches the reader to recognize the symptoms of each biological weapon and understand the threat these weapons pose Concentrates on the weapons considered the greatest threats by the CDC such as Anthrax, Botulism, Smallpox, Ricin toxin, Ebola, Plague, and Viral encephalitis Provides a detailed understanding of how specific biological weapons work and how to recognize the symptoms of those affected by the weapons as well as how they would be treated Includes case studies, chapter review questions, and the instructor s supplemental materials include PowerPoint presentations, a Test Bank, and suggestions for student projects Begins with a primer on microbiology, the human immune system s response to these biological agents, and the defense agencies involved with protecting the public against these agents

Gives readers a detailed understanding of how specific biological weapons work and how those affected by the weapons would be treated Teaches the reader to recognize the symptoms of each biological weapon and understand the threat these weapons pose Concentrates on the weapons considered the greatest threats by the CDC such as Anthrax, Botulism, Smallpox, Ricin toxin, Ebola, Plague, and Viral encephalitis Provides a detailed understanding of how specific biological weapons work and how to recognize the symptoms of those affected by the weapons as well as how they would be treated Includes case studies, chapter review questions, and the instructor s supplemental materials include PowerPoint presentations, a Test Bank, and suggestions for student projects Begins with a primer on microbiology, the human immune system s response to these biological agents, and the defense agencies involved with protecting the public against these agents

Learn how to assess and prevent biosecurity threats to protect public health and national security With contributions from experts in all facets of biosecurity, this book explains the fundamental elements of biosecurity as well as the related concepts of biosafety and biosurety, detailing how all three concepts fit within the framework of biodefense.

Learn how to assess and prevent biosecurity threats to protect public health and national security With contributions from experts in all facets of biosecurity, this book explains the fundamental elements of biosecurity as well as the related concepts of biosafety and biosurety, detailing how all three concepts fit within the framework of biodefense.

The use of biological warfare (BW) agents by states or terrorists is one of the world's most frightening security threats but, thus far, little attention has been devoted to understanding how to improve policies and procedures to identify and attribute BW events.

Biosecurity comprehensively analyzes the dramatic transformations that are reshaping how the international community addresses biological weapons and infectious diseases.

Common among moths is a mate-finding system in which females emit a pheromone that induces males to fly upwind along the pheromone plume.

This stunning field guide provides a comprehensive resource for identifying and appreciating nearly 500 species of spiders.

Explores the extraordinary variation and plasticity found in all areas of spider behaviour including foraging, web building, communication and courtship.

Critical review of the production and function of insect cuticular hydrocarbons with special emphasis on their role in chemical communication.

Explores the molecular mechanisms, ecological responses and practical applications of insect survival at low temperatures.

This book brings together scattered information on insect conservation, providing a robust foundation for future progress, using examples from around the world.

In-depth coverage of ticks, their pathogens and control measures, written by an international collection of experts.

A detailed review of flea biology and a case study of host-parasite relationships.

A detailed account of mutualisms; a fascinating and growing subject in modern ecology.

This book examines the threats and consequences of bioviolence and strategies to help prevent it.

Originally published in 2007, this comprehensive book provides a clear, theoretical understanding of pest population dynamics and forest insect outbreaks.

Originally published in 2004, these eight reviews reveal how insects use chemical signals to communicate and interact ecologically.

This short, readable 2004 textbook is designed to introduce students to the biology and techniques of agricultural pest and disease vector control.