Technical Information
The purpose of this section is to provide interested readers with background information on topics arising from other parts of this web site. The documents are included as PDF files as listed below. We expect this section to grow as the NBAF selection process moves forward.
Government Accountability Office Testimony on High-Containment Biosafety Laboratories
Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) laboratory
virtual tour
What is an Environmental Impact Statement Review?
Discusses the process and extent of a typical National Environmental Impact Study
What is the significance of the different Biosafety Level Categories?
Discusses differences between BSL-1 through BSL-4 designations.
What kinds of Microbes require different Biosafety Levels?
Discusses qualities that determine which biosafety level is most appropriate for working with different microorganisms.
What kinds of agents will be studied at the proposed facility?
Discusses the agents or diseases that may be studied at the NABF.
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