COVID Research: Open Access(CROA)

Department of Environmental Management and Toxicolo- gy, University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuagwo, Umuagwo, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Advanced Biochemical Threats: The Role of Genetic Engineering in Bioterrorism and Countermeasures
  Author(s): Francis Ugochukwu Madu*
  
  Replace 'Bioterrorism remains a critical global security concern as advances in biotechnology and genetic engineering have expanded the potential to manipulate pathogens for hostile purposes. The deliberate modification of microorganisms through techniques such as recombinant DNA and CRISPR/Cas9 has raised new ethical and security challenges by enhancing viru- lence, drug resistance, and detection evasion. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive synthesis of current knowledge on the biochemical foundations of bioweapons, the influence of genetic engineering on their evolution, and the countermeasures necessary to mitigate related risks. A systematic review of peer-reviewed literature and credible reports from databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, JSTOR, and Web of Science was conducted, focusing on the history, mechanisms, and biose- curity implications of genetically engi.. Read More»
  

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