US 'unaware' of emerging bioterror threats

The report, on "next generation" bioterrorism, was requested by the US government. It concludes that intelligence agencies are too focused on specific lists of bacteria and viruses, and are not aware of emerging threats.

Focusing on the list of about 60 "select agents", such as the smallpox virus and botulism toxin, might simply divert resources from newer and more dangerous threats, such as RNA interference, synthetic biology or nanotechnology.

Bioterror link

The old "myth" about targeted genetic biowar agents would seem to be a reality. As has been discussed on this site in the past, genetic "superbugs" are on the horizon. Infect the victims, then release an RNA/DNA genetic mutant to activate/deactivate the "bugs".