biological warfare

Biological warfare, or germ warfare, is a frightening concept, but readers are able to focus on facts rather than fear with the help of this objective guide to a challenging topic. From examples of germ warfare throughout history to the most modern ways of preventing a bioterrorism attack, readers are given essential information to help them see how science concepts are connected to military strategy and historical and current events. In addition to the accessible main text, sidebars expand on important concepts, and graphic organizers help visual learners. Full-color photographs and critical thinking questions also add to this reading experience.

"[Biosecurity is] the methods militaries use to protect us from biological attacks, and developing biosecurity systems, protocols, and technology requires the application of every area of STEM. As such, readers gain [an] . . . understanding of a variety of STEM concepts as they explore this . . . topic. They learn how the things they learn in the classroom can [be] applied to keep us safe. The . . . main text is presented alongside . . . sidebars, detailed graphic organizers, and full-color photographs. In addition, [there are discussion] questions at the end of each chapter . . ."--Provided by publisher.

A historical overview of the activities of the Imperial Japanese Army's Unit 731, a medical unit that experimented on humans, and features first-hand accounts from former unit members who describe their experiences.

"A small island off the coast of Korea is torn apart by a bioweapon that drives everyone-men, women, and children-insane with murderous rage. The people behind the attack want Korea reunified or destroyed. No middle ground. No mercy. Soon Japan, China, and the United States are pushed to the brink of war, while terrorists threaten to release the rage bioweapon in a way of pure destructive slaughter. Joe Ledger leads his newly formed band of international troubleshooters in their first mission to stopthe terror cell, fighting alongside agents from North and South Korea. With the lives of billions at stake, Ledger is willing to bring his own brand of terror to this frightening new war"--Provided by publisher.

"A monumentally devastating plague leaves only a few survivors who, while experiencing dreams of a battle between good and evil, move toward an actual confrontation as they migrate to Boulder, Colorado"--OCLC.

"From using horses in battle to operating hospitals in a war zone, biology has been an important part of warfare. Readers will learn about the scientists and concepts that contributed to modern understanding of biology."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history of biologigal weapons around the world.

Someone who goes by the name of "V" is planning to unleash a lethal virus that could destroy the human race, and it is up to Nikki Tesla and her friends from the Genius Academy (which has been blamed for an international incident and shut down), to uncover the villain (who is closer to them than they realize) and find a way to stop the biological attack--an effort that will cost Nikki her life.

Explores the history of biologigal weapons around the world.

Waking up in a ransacked cabin with no recollection of her identity and overhearing two men who are preparing to kill her, Cady is accidentally saved by haphazard companion Ty and endures a harrowing cat-and-mouse chase for survival.