Cyber and Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosives Challenges

Cyber and Chemical  Biological  Radiological  Nuclear  Explosives Challenges
Author: Maurizio Martellini,Andrea Malizia
Publsiher: Springer
Total Pages: 407
Release: 2017-10-30
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9783319621081

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This book covers the security and safety of CBRNE assets and management, and illustrates which risks may emerge and how to counter them through an enhanced risk management approach. It also tackles the CBRNE-Cyber threats, their risk mitigation measures and the relevance of raising awareness and education enforcing a CBRNE-Cy security culture. The authors present international instruments and legislation to deal with these threats, for instance the UNSCR1540. The authors address a multitude of stakeholders, and have a multidisciplinary nature dealing with cross-cutting areas like the convergence of biological and chemical, the development of edging technologies, and in the cyber domain, the impelling risks due to the use of malwares against critical subsystems of CBRN facilities. Examples are provided in this book. Academicians, diplomats, technicians and engineers working in the chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, explosive and cyber fields will find this book valuable as a reference. Students studying in these related fields will also find this book useful as a reference.

International Law and Chemical Biological Radio Nuclear CBRN Events

International Law and Chemical  Biological  Radio Nuclear  CBRN  Events
Author: Andreas de Guttry,Micaela Frulli,Federico Casolari,Ludovica Poli
Publsiher: BRILL
Total Pages: 689
Release: 2022-03-21
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9789004507999

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The volume investigates to what extent the international and European Union legal frameworks applicable to Chemical, Biological and Radio-Nuclear (CBRN) events are adequate to face current challenges. It is innovative in many aspects: it adopts an all-hazard approach to CBRN risks, focusing on events of intentional, accidental and natural origin; it explores international obligations according to the four phases of the emergency cycle, including prevention, preparedness, response and recovery; and it covers horizontal issues such as protection of human rights, international environmental law, new technologies, the role of private actors, as well as enforcement mechanisms and remedies available to victims. The book thus offers a new way of looking at the applicable rules of international law in this field.

21st Century Prometheus

21st Century Prometheus
Author: Maurizio Martellini,Ralf Trapp
Publsiher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2020-03-11
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9783030282851

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This book describes the evolving CBRN risk landscape and highlights advances in the “core” CBRN technologies, including when combined with (improvised) explosive devices (CBRNe threats). It analyses how associated technologies create new safety and security risks, challenging certain assumptions that underlie current control regimes. The book also shows how technologies can be enablers for more effective strategies to mitigate these risks. 21st-century safety and security risks emanating from chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear materials – whether resulting from natural events, accidents or malevolent use - are increasingly shaped by technologies that enable their development, production or use in ways that differ from the past. Artificial intelligence, the use of cyberspace, the revolution in the life sciences, new manufacturing methods, new platforms and equipment for agent delivery, hypersonic weapons systems, information tools utilised in hybrid warfare – these and other technologies are reshaping the global security environment and CBRN landscape. They are leading to a growing potential for highly targeted violence, and they can lead to greater instability and vulnerability worldwide. At the same time, technology offers solutions to manage CBRN risks. Examples are faster detection, more accurate characterisation of the nature and origin of CBRN agents, new forensic investigation methods, or new medical treatments for victims of CBRN incidents. New educational concepts help to foster a culture of responsibility in science and technology and strengthen governance. New training methods help develop practical skills to manage CBRN risks more effectively. The book concludes that there is a growing need for a holistic framework towards CBRN risk mitigation. Traditional arms control mechanisms such as global, regional or bilateral treaties and export controls are still needed, as they provide a necessary legal and institutional framework. But laws and technology denial alone will not suffice, and institutional mechanisms can at times be weak. Given the pace of technological progress and the diffusion of critical knowledge, tools and materials, policymakers must accept that CBRN risks cannot be eliminated altogether. Instead, society has to learn to manage these risks and develop resilience against them. This requires a “softer”, broadly based multi-stakeholder approach involving governments, industry, the research and development communities, educators, and civil society. Furthermore, educating policymakers that cutting-edge technologies may seriously affect global strategic stability could create incentives for developing a more creative and contemporary arms control strategy that fosters cooperation rather than incremental polarisation.

Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear and High yield Explosives Consequence Management

Chemical  Biological  Radiological  Nuclear  and High yield Explosives Consequence Management
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats, and Capabilities
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN: MINN:31951D03162128O

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Toxic Chemical and Biological Agents

Toxic Chemical and Biological Agents
Author: Giovanni Sindona,Joseph H. Banoub,Maria Luisa Di Gioia
Publsiher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2020-10-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9789402420418

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This book critically assesses the current state of knowledge on new and important detection technologies, e.g. mass spectrometry, tandem mass spectrometry, biosensor detection and tissue imaging, in connection with toxic chemical and biological agents. In general, the main topics discussed concern the risks and consequences of chemical and biological agents for human health in general, with special emphasis on all biochemical and metabolic pathways including the reproductive system. The exposome, genetic risks and the environment, various health hazard agents, risk assessment, environmental assessment and preparedness, and analysis of sub-lethal effects at the molecular level are also discussed. In closing, the book provides comprehensive information on the diagnosis of exposure, and on health concerns related to toxic chemical and biological agents.

Defense Against Biological Attacks

Defense Against Biological Attacks
Author: Sunit K. Singh,Jens H. Kuhn
Publsiher: Springer
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2019-03-30
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9783030030537

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This first volume of a two-volume set describes general aspects, such as the historical view on the topic, the role of information distribution and preparedness of health-care systems and preparedness in emergency cases. Part two describes and discusseses in detail the pathogens and toxins that are potentially used for biological attacks. As such, the book is a valuable resource for faculties engaged in molecular biology, genetic engineering, neurology, biodefense, biosafety & biosecurity, virology, and infectious disease programs, as well as professional medical research organizations.

Science and Technology for Army Homeland Security

Science and Technology for Army Homeland Security
Author: National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense
Publsiher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2003-05-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780309087018

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The confluence of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and the U.S. Army's historic role to support civil authorities has resulted in substantial new challenges for the Army. To help meet these challenges, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology requested the National Research Council (NRC) carry out a series of studies on how science and technology could assist the Army prepare for its role in homeland security (HLS). The NRC's Board on Army Science and Technology formed the Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Security to accomplish that assignment. The Committee was asked to review relevant literature and activities, determine areas of emphasis for Army S&T in support of counter terrorism and anti-terrorism, and recommend high-payoff technologies to help the Army fulfill its mission. The Department of Defense Counter-Terrorism Technology Task Force identified four operational areas in reviewing technical proposals for HLS operations: indications and warning; denial and survivability; recovery and consequence management; and attribution and retaliation. The study sponsor asked the Committee to use these four areas as the basis for its assessment of the science and technology (S&T) that will be important for the Army's HLS role. Overall, the Committee found that: There is potential for substantial synergy between S&T work carried out by the Army for its HLS responsibilities and the development of the next generation Army, the Objective Force. The Army National Guard (ARNG) is critical to the success of the Army's HLS efforts.

Hybrid Intelligent Systems

Hybrid Intelligent Systems
Author: Ajith Abraham,Shishir K. Shandilya,Laura Garcia-Hernandez,Maria Leonilde Varela
Publsiher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 456
Release: 2020-08-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9783030493363

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This book highlights the recent research on hybrid intelligent systems and their various practical applications. It presents 34 selected papers from the 18th International Conference on Hybrid Intelligent Systems (HIS 2019) and 9 papers from the 15th International Conference on Information Assurance and Security (IAS 2019), which was held at VIT Bhopal University, India, from December 10 to 12, 2019. A premier conference in the field of artificial intelligence, HIS - IAS 2019 brought together researchers, engineers and practitioners whose work involves intelligent systems, network security and their applications in industry. Including contributions by authors from 20 countries, the book offers a valuable reference guide for all researchers, students and practitioners in the fields of Computer Science and Engineering.