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A companion website to the Nova (PBS) program Bioterror, which follows three New York Times reporters as they delve into the murky past of bioweapons research and grapple with the current threat of anthrax and other attacks. Here’s what you’ll find online.

• History of Biowarfare: An illustrated feature reviews the past and the unfolding history of biowarfare and bioterrorism.
• Future Germ Defenses: An excerpt from their best-selling book, Germs, New York Times reporters Judith Miller, Stephen Engelberg, and William Broad explore the possibilities of developing a super-vaccine of the future to protect us from bioterrorism and a host of natural diseases?
• Interviews with Biowarriors: Conversations with Bill Patrick and Ken Alibek who were scientists on opposite sides of the Cold War but shared a similar mission to create biological weapons.
• Global Guide to Bioweapons: Learn the facts about 20 nations around the globe where biological weapons were under production during the Cold War and in some cases still are.
• Making Vaccines: Find out how six different types of vaccines are made today.
• Resources on Bioterror: Ask the Expert, Frequently Asked Questions, a guide to the diseases of biowarfare, a list of reliable sources of information, and breaking news.
• Teacher’s Guide: Viewing ideas, classroom activities, ideas from other teachers, and an interactive activity for students.