5. Some of these zoonotic diseases pose catastrophic risks to the nation’s public health as well as to its $1 trillion agriculture economy. These high-consequence zoonotic diseases may be introduced to the U.S. naturally or accidently. Some may be used as weapons against the U.S.
6. The FAZD Center develops Biological Systems to satisfy the nation’s needs for detection, diagnosis, prevention and recovery: Vaccines & anti-virals. Detection / diagnostic tests. Universal platforms.
7. The FAZD Center designs Information and Analysis Systems to enhance decision-making during disease outbreaks: Computer models. Online dashboard systems. Epidemiologic and economic analyses.
8. The FAZD Center creates the next generation of science power through its Education and Outreach Systems: Graduate-level curricula. Early responder training programs. Stakeholder outreach programs.
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