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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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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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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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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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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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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Plant Biosecurity Division - Department of Agriculture, Malaysia
Plant Biosecurity Division under the Department of Agriculture in Malaysia is responsible for safeguarding the national agriculture industry from pests and diseases. Their functions include enforcing plant quarantine regulations, developing export protocols, reporting outbreak statuses, and particip
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High-Quality Hatching Eggs from Biosecure Farms
Our breeding farms are managed by experienced professionals with strict biosecurity measures, ensuring top-quality hatching eggs free from diseases. The eggs have small air cells, smooth shells with thick ridges, and a uniform chocolate color, leading to strong hatchability. Pictures showcase colorf
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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 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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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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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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Guidelines for Animal Disposal Methods
Environmental and biosecurity guidelines recommend various disposal methods such as composting, rendering, permitted landfill, unlined burial, fixed-facility incineration, and open-air burning. Each method has specific selection criteria and considerations to minimize risks to the environment and bi
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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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Enhancing Biosecurity Measures in Antigua and Barbuda for Agricultural Sustainability
Explore the initiatives undertaken by Antigua and Barbuda to improve biosecurity through workshops and organizational strategies, focusing on plant protection, pest management, and import permit regulations. Learn about the current procedures for import applications and phytosanitary certificates to
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USDA Foods Purchases and Certification Updates
The document highlights the USDA's food purchases over the fiscal years, as well as updates on AMS grading and certification processes. It includes information on biosecurity measures, sampling rate revisions, and vigilance protocols. The data reflects purchases of shell eggs, dried eggs, and egg pr
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Protect Your Beef Cattle: Prevent Diseases and Ensure Animal Health
Diseases can harm the health of beef cattle and lead to costly consequences. Learn how to protect your herd by taking biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of diseases. This material, developed with support from USDA, emphasizes the importance of proactive steps to safeguard your beef cattle.
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Comprehensive Biosecurity Guidelines for Disease Prevention
Explore essential biosecurity concepts for disease prevention, including routes of exposure, developing a biosecurity plan, and practical application of operational measures. Learn about measures to prevent disease spread, protect daily management, and contain diseases in emergencies. Understand the
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Protect Your Dairy Cattle from Diseases
Diseases can harm animal health and are costly for dairy farmers. It's crucial to take steps to prevent the spread of diseases among dairy cattle. This material emphasizes biosecurity measures to protect your herd and acknowledges the support received for its development.
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Understanding Biosecurity Concepts for Disease Prevention
Explore the crucial aspects of biosecurity for disease prevention, including the importance of biosecurity, routes of disease exposure, developing a biosecurity plan, and key concepts such as risk assessment, hazard analysis, and critical control points. Learn how to prioritize biosecurity measures
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Guidelines for Disposal Group Responsibilities and Activities
Responsibilities and activities of the disposal group adapted from FAD PReP/NAHEMS guidelines include roles such as disposal method recommendations, organizing and directing activities, ensuring procedures are carried out, and performing disposal tasks. The group aims to mitigate pathogen spread, sa
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Understanding Biosecurity in Foreign Animal Disease Response
This presentation highlights the key aspects of biosecurity in response to foreign animal diseases. It covers the goals of disease detection, containment, and eradication, emphasizing the importance of biocontainment and bioexclusion. The role of biosecurity in maintaining continuity of business, pr
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Insights into DTI and Advanced MRI Measures for Cognitive Impairment
Comparison of DTI protocols and measures in 317 participants revealed strong associations with age and cognitive impairment. MD and TDF-FA emerged as best measures, with robust connections to age. NODDI in advanced MRI allows for differentiation of A-beta positive and negative groups, offering great
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Guidelines for Quarantine and Movement Control
Movement control measures are crucial in preventing the transmission of pathogens and maintaining business continuity. This presentation outlines the procedures for permitting and authorizing movements, along with general personnel responsibilities based on FAD-PReP/NAHEMS guidelines. It covers rest
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