Research Article

Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats

Volume: 6 Number: 3 October 10, 2025
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Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats

Abstract

Biodefense refers to a range of preventive initiatives in public health responses that play a crucial role in controlling, preventing, and reducing the impact of bioterrorism. This study analyzes publication trends and co-authorship networks in biodefense and emerging infectious diseases research from 2000 to 2024 using data from the Scopus and PubMed databases. The results of this study show the significant surge in research productivity after which major health emergencies occurred, such as the 2001's anthrax attacks in the U.S., and H1N1 and COVID-19 pandemics, highlighting the responsive nature of biodefense research. Leading organizations, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Harvard Medical School, and the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as countries like the United States, China, and Australia emerge as the most active entities in implementing worldwide collaborative efforts for scientific research in the field of biodefense. Despite growth in international partnerships, challenges such as funding disparities and research silos remain. Eventually the research suggests that opportunities for advancing biodefense research include expanding interdisciplinary and cross-national collaboration to create a more resilient, inclusive framework for addressing global health threats. Moreover, the study underscores the importance of proactive, collaborative approaches to enhance global preparedness for emerging health challenges.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Infectious Diseases

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

November 7, 2025

Publication Date

October 10, 2025

Submission Date

January 18, 2025

Acceptance Date

July 9, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 6 Number: 3

APA
Yahya, M. A. (2025). Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats. Experimental and Applied Medical Science, 6(3), 241-258. https://doi.org/10.46871/eams.1622524
AMA
1.Yahya MA. Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats. Exp Appl Med Sci. 2025;6(3):241-258. doi:10.46871/eams.1622524
Chicago
Yahya, Mir Abdullatif. 2025. “Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats”. Experimental and Applied Medical Science 6 (3): 241-58. https://doi.org/10.46871/eams.1622524.
EndNote
Yahya MA (October 1, 2025) Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats. Experimental and Applied Medical Science 6 3 241–258.
IEEE
[1]M. A. Yahya, “Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats”, Exp Appl Med Sci, vol. 6, no. 3, pp. 241–258, Oct. 2025, doi: 10.46871/eams.1622524.
ISNAD
Yahya, Mir Abdullatif. “Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats”. Experimental and Applied Medical Science 6/3 (October 1, 2025): 241-258. https://doi.org/10.46871/eams.1622524.
JAMA
1.Yahya MA. Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats. Exp Appl Med Sci. 2025;6:241–258.
MLA
Yahya, Mir Abdullatif. “Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats”. Experimental and Applied Medical Science, vol. 6, no. 3, Oct. 2025, pp. 241-58, doi:10.46871/eams.1622524.
Vancouver
1.Mir Abdullatif Yahya. Trends in Biodefense Strategies: Confronting Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism Threats. Exp Appl Med Sci. 2025 Oct. 1;6(3):241-58. doi:10.46871/eams.1622524

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