Traditionally, resources on terrorism and counterterrorism tend to focus on the social, behavioral, and legal aspects of the subject, with minimal emphasis on the scientific and technological aspects. Taking into account these practical considerations, the second edition of Science and Technology of Terrorism and Counterterrorism discusses the natu

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Cover Page
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND PUBLIC POLICY
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Preface
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: A Brief Theory of Terrorism and Technology
Chapter 3: Group Psychology of Terrorism
Chapter 4: Aerosols: Fundamentals
Chapter 5: Biological Terrorism: Effects, Toxicity, and Effectiveness
Chapter 6: Biological Terrorism: Classification and Manufacture
Chapter 7: Biological Terrorism: Weaponization and Delivery Systems
Chapter 8: Biological Terrorism: Sensors and Detection Systems
Chapter 9: Biological Terrorism: Consequences and Medical Preparedness
Chapter 10: Biological Terrorism: Preparation for Response—What the Government Can Do in Defending the Homeland
Chapter 11: Agroterrorism: Agroeconomic Bioterrorism
Chapter 12: Agroterrorism: Attributes and Implications of High-Impact Targets in U.S. Agriculture
Chapter 13: Nuclear Terrorism: Nature of Radiation
Chapter 14: Nuclear Terrorism: Radiation Detection
Chapter 15: Nuclear Terrorism: Radiation Detectors-Applications in Homeland Security
Chapter 16: Nuclear Terrorism: Dose and Biological Effects
Chapter 17: Nuclear Terrorism: Nuclear Weapons
Chapter 18: Nuclear Terrorism: Threats and Countermeasures
Chapter 19: Chemical Terrorism: Classification, Synthesis, and Properties
Chapter 20: Chemical Terrorism: Toxicity, Medical Management, and Mitigation
Chapter 21: Chemical Terrorism: Destruction and Decontamination
Chapter 22: Chemical Terrorism: Sensors and Detection Systems
Chapter 23: Chemical Terrorism: Weaponization and Delivery System
Chapter 24: Chemical Terrorisms: Threats and Countermeasures
Chapter 25: Cyber-Terrorism
Chapter 26: Personal Protective Equipment
Chapter 27: National Response Plan and Preparedness
Chapter 28: Government and Voluntary Agencies
Chapter 29: The National Infrastructure Protection Plan
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