Advancing Biosecurity and Biomanufacturing Technologies in the KS-MO Region
NSF engines development award to foster diverse regional coalitions and stimulate R&D and economic growth in biosecurity, biodefense, and biomanufacturing. Enhancing use-inspired research, commercialization, and workforce development to attract companies and capital.
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Maximizing Impact: Assessing Measures and Evaluating Indicators
Explore the effectiveness of measures within proposals, distinguish between quantitative and qualitative indicators, and deliver informed opinions on adequacy. Evaluate impact potential and validity of measures in fostering the continued use of concepts, products, and services. Enhance understanding
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A Risk Factor Study on Food Establishments in Kansas
Explore a risk factor study conducted on food establishments in Kansas by Crystal Futrell, a Kansas State University MPH candidate specializing in Food Safety and Biosecurity. The study delves into the history of the Kansas Department of Agriculture, its various programs related to food safety and l
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Biosafety and IBC - Understanding Research Conduct and Safety Measures
Explore the essential aspects of biosafety and the role of Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBC) in ensuring responsible research conduct. Learn about biohazards, biosecurity, laboratory-acquired infections, routes of exposure, and the structure and functions of the IBC. Enhance your understandin
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Avian Influenza Overview and Outbreak History in South Africa
Avian Influenza, specifically Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreaks in South Africa, have been documented since 2004, affecting primarily ostriches and poultry. Wild bird transmission remains a concern, with risk factors such as rainfall, temperature, wetlands, and poultry movements con
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BVF and Adjacent Legislation: Understanding the Regulatory Landscape
Exploring the broader regulatory framework surrounding Biologische Veiligheid en Functiebescherming (BVF), this content delves into a range of legislation intersecting with BVF activities, such as Arbo regulations, transportation of hazardous substances, biosecurity protocols, and more. These adjace
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Australia's Biofouling Management Requirements Update
Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has implemented phased biofouling management requirements to enhance marine biosecurity. The update includes new enforcement measures, mandatory pre-arrival reporting, and education phases to ensure vessels comply with biofouling regulati
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Comprehensive Overview of Continuity of Business in FAD Outbreaks
Continuity of Business (COB), also known as managed movement, is a crucial strategy that allows the movement of non-infected animals and non-contaminated animal products during a Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreak. This approach helps maintain normal business operations in agriculture and food in
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ACC/AHA Clinical Performance Measures for Valvular Heart Disease
This document highlights the development of performance measures for adults with valvular heart disease by a writing committee, providing 11 measures for clinical use. The measures are divided into performance and quality categories, with emphasis on applicability, areas of improvement, and potentia
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Enhancing Biosecurity Measures for Livestock Operations
This presentation explores operational biosecurity measures adapted from FAD PReP/NAHEMS Guidelines, emphasizing the importance of developing an effective biosecurity plan to prevent disease spread. It discusses the three levels of biosecurity, operational processes, and procedures for personnel, ve
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Best Practices for Premises Biosecurity in Production Facilities
Operational recommendations for maintaining biosecurity in production facilities, focusing on bioexclusion and daily management. The guidelines cover the implementation of effective procedures, assigning responsibility and authority, role of a biosecurity officer/manager, training personnel, and ens
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Understanding Similarity and Dissimilarity Measures in Data Mining
Similarity and dissimilarity measures play a crucial role in various data mining techniques like clustering, nearest neighbor classification, and anomaly detection. These measures help quantify how alike or different data objects are, facilitating efficient data analysis and decision-making processe
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Tourism Sector Recovery Plan for FY2021/2022
The Tourism Sector Recovery Plan for FY2021/2022 focuses on implementing strategic interventions to revive the tourism sector in South Africa following the impact of COVID-19. Key priorities include implementing biosecurity standards, stimulating domestic demand, mobilizing resources, protecting inf
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Enhancing Biosecurity in Barbados and the OECS: National Capacity for IAS Risk Assessments
Mrs. Natisha Duncan-Joseph and Mr. Columbus Philippe presented on improving biosecurity in Barbados and the OECS through enhanced national capacity to conduct IAS risk assessments. The country report of St. Lucia highlighted the organizational outlook for biosecurity operations, including the merger
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Overview of Biosafety and Biosecurity in Global Health Security
The paper delivered at the 2022 Scientific Workshop highlights the importance of biosafety and biosecurity in the face of emerging infectious diseases. It defines key terms, emphasizes the need for containment procedures to manage biohazards, and addresses the critical pillars of biosafety and biose
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Development of Life Sciences in ASEAN and Biosecurity Awareness
ASEAN countries, with a population exceeding 600 million, have invested in science and technology to transition to a knowledge-based economy. The economy of ASEAN ranks 9th globally and 3rd in Asia, showcasing strong economic growth. The ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science and Technology (AMMST) pl
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Understanding Measures of Dispersion in Statistics
Measures of dispersion in statistics help in understanding the variability of data points. They are essential for assessing the reliability of central tendency measures, comparing data sets, identifying variability causes, and guiding further statistical analysis. The properties of a good measure of
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Understanding the Roles of Pig Caretakers
This lesson explores the individuals responsible for caring for pigs on a daily basis, including their direct and indirect duties. Key terms such as feed ration, manure management, and biosecurity are covered, alongside the objectives of identifying and explaining the roles of pig caretakers. The co
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Biosecurity Guidelines for Pig Farms: Importance and Practices
Biosecurity is crucial in pig farming to prevent the introduction and spread of diseases. Implementation of measures, such as proper farm location, herd size management, and careful introduction of new pigs, is essential. National biosecurity strategies and farm/state-level practices play a vital ro
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Understanding Fowl Typhoid: Causes, Transmission, Clinical Signs, and Control Measures
Fowl typhoid, caused by Salmonella gallinarum, affects adult chickens with high mortality rates. It spreads through infected droppings, carcasses, and fomites. Clinical signs include listlessness, diarrhea, and organ swelling. Diagnosis involves isolation and identification, while treatment options
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Understanding Biosafety and Biosecurity Principles
Biosafety and Biosecurity are essential concepts in safeguarding against biological hazards. This article explores the definitions of hazard, threat, and risk, emphasizing the importance of managing risks associated with biological materials through biosafety and biosecurity measures. Learn about th
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Understanding Biohazards: Levels, Safety Precautions, and Risk Groups
Biological hazards or biohazards pose risks to human health through organisms like bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi. Biosafety and biosecurity measures are crucial to prevent exposure, with different biosafety levels and risk group classifications guiding safety protocols in laboratory settin
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Effective Breeder Poultry Management Tips for Successful Rearing
Key aspects of breeder poultry management including preparing for chicks arrival, rearing facilities maintenance, planning for chicks replacement, and floor space requirements. Emphasis on proper biosecurity measures, clean facilities, and adequate space for optimal growth. Tips provided for success
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Understanding Attribute Selection Measures in Decision Trees
Decision trees are popular in machine learning for classification tasks. This content discusses the importance of attribute selection measures such as Information Gain, Gain Ratio, and Gini Index in constructing accurate decision trees. These measures help in selecting the most informative attribute
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Understanding Quarantine Structure and Terminology
Explore the structure and terminology of quarantine, including its purpose, restrictions, and terminology for zones and premises. Learn about the different types of quarantine premises, such as infected, contact, suspect, and at-risk premises, and understand the necessary biosecurity measures. Gain
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Understanding Biosecure Areas in Livestock Management
This presentation showcases examples of biosecure areas in livestock management, emphasizing the importance of separating uninfected and infected premises to prevent the transfer of diseases. The guidelines outlined by FAD PReP/NAHEMS stress the need for a clear line of separation and strategic prot
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Understanding Biosafety and Containment Measures in Laboratories
This content provides comprehensive information on biosafety, containment, biohazards, and the importance of preventing laboratory acquired infections. It covers the principles, practices, and procedures designed to safeguard against biological agents and toxins. The concept of biosecurity, containm
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Bicycle Safety and Preventative Measures for Reducing Injuries
Bicycle accidents can be dangerous, but preventative measures like wearing helmets, creating bike lanes, and following safety guidelines can save lives. Understanding the risks, implementing pre, during, and post-event strategies, and promoting environmental changes are key to promoting bike safety.
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Protect Your Sheep: Preventing Diseases and Ensuring Animal Health
Learn how to protect your flock of sheep from diseases that harm animal health and can be costly. Take steps today to keep diseases out by following biosecurity measures. This material was developed with a grant from USDA to promote sheep biosecurity.
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Biosecurity Practices in UK Thoroughbred Racing: A Study by Alice Webb
Investigating biosecurity practices on Thoroughbred racing premises and racecourses in the UK to identify areas of improvement in disease prevention. The study involves a questionnaire and site visits to assess current practices and promote better biosecurity measures within the industry.
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Biosecurity Cleaning and Disinfection Procedures
This guide outlines biosecurity cleaning and disinfection procedures, including small-scale C&D stations, personal protective equipment protocols, personnel decontamination steps, emergency medical situation guidelines, and equipment sanitation measures. It emphasizes the importance of thorough clea
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Cleaning and Disinfection Personnel Training Guide
This training guide focuses on preparing personnel for effective cleaning and disinfection practices. It covers essential steps such as preparation of disinfectant solutions, biosecurity work zones, basic protocol for cleaning, and procedures in the hot zone. It emphasizes the importance of using EP
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Closing the Gap Between Biorisk Policy and Implementation in Africa
This presentation by Dr. Louise Bezuidenhout from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, discusses the challenges and current developments in biosafety and biosecurity regulation in Africa. It outlines the research, funding, and policy landscape, focusing on the gap between policy formul
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Biosecurity Cleaning and Disinfection Guidelines
The presentation covers the essential components of biosecurity plans, focusing on Cleaning and Disinfection (C&D) as well as Biosecurity Attire/Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). It includes detailed information on C&D methods, processes, and factors affecting disinfecting efficacy, as per the FA
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Key Tax Ballot Measures for November 2024 in California
Three key tax-related measures are set for the November 2024 statewide ballot in California. ACA 1 focuses on amending the state constitution to allow local governments with 55% voter approval to incur general obligation bonds or impose special taxes for affordable housing and public infrastructure.
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System Approach for Tomato Seedling and Seed Quarantine Pests Management
Workshop report on the system approach for tomato seedlings and seeds imported from Umpalumpa, focusing on pest categorization, pre-production, production, and post-harvest management. The process includes training farmers, heat treatment of seeds, synchronous planting, harvesting by September, safe
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Quality Measures in Healthcare: Maine Quality Forum Initiatives
Maine Quality Forum (MQF) collaborates with various healthcare stakeholders to provide comparative health care quality information to consumers, purchasers, providers, insurers, and policy makers. The forum focuses on reporting provider-specific quality measures, aligning with the Institute of Medic
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Quality Advisory Committee Meeting Summary - September 22, 2014
The Statewide Quality Advisory Committee (SQAC) meeting on September 22, 2014, focused on reviewing proposed measures related to behavioral health, pediatric care, end-of-life care, and patient-centered care. The meeting discussed evaluating new SQMS measures and identifying challenging measures rel
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DHHS Coordination of Transportation Service Contracts Overview
The Department of Health and Human Services in Maine conducted an assessment of Transportation Services in June 2019. The workgroup identified three main priorities: alignment of Quality and Performance Measures, Safety Measures, and Evaluation of Transportation Services. The first priority involves
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Guidelines and Policies for Lab Animal Facility Access and Management
The Department of Lab Animal Medicine at the University of North Texas Health Science Center outlines important policies and procedures for accessing and managing the lab animal facility. From training requirements to access protocols, this comprehensive guide emphasizes safety, security, and compli
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