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Standards to Support Biological Agent Detection
ConOps
Training
Proficiency Testing
Sampling & Sample Handling
Assay
DHS S&T – NIST Interagency Agreement
Goal:
Develop standards and methods to support field biothreat detection and
biosurveillance
• Surrogate reference materials and related documentary standards for training
• Methods, metrics and standards for biological test material characterization
• Documentary standards to support field response mission capability
Impact:
Increased confidence in field results and an improved National ability to
detect and respond to suspected biological incidents
Overview
• Yeast as a surrogate for biothreat agents
• Mixed microbial reference materials
• Documentary standards
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