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Russia - The Soviet Union’s Invisible Weapons of Mass Destruction: Biopreparat's Covert Biological Warfare Programme

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Book Synopsis: This book focuses on Biopreparat, the Soviet agency created in 1974, which spearheaded the largest and most sophisticated biological warfare programme the world has ever seen. At its height, Biopreparat employed more than 30,000 personnel and incorporated an enormous network embracing military-focused research institutes, design centres, biowarfare pilot facilities and dual-use production plants. The secret network pursued major offensive R&D programmes, which sought to use genetic engineering techniques to create microbial strains resistant to antibiotics and with wholly new and unexpected pathogenic properties. During the mid-1980s, Biopreparat increased in size and political importance and also emerged as a major civil biopharmaceutical player in the USSR. In the wake of the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, an acute struggle for control of Biopreparat’s most valuable assets took place and the network was eventually broken-up and control of its facilities transferred to a myriad of state agencies and private companies.

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Discover the untold story of Biopreparat, the Soviet Union's covert biological warfare program, in our new book, "The Soviet Union's Invisible Weapons of Mass Destruction." Dive into the fascinating world of Biopreparat and explore the largest and most sophisticated biological warfare program in history.

Uncover the secrets of this clandestine agency, which employed over 30,000 individuals and created a network of military-focused research institutes, design centers, biowarfare pilot facilities, and dual-use production plants. Our book provides an in-depth look at Biopreparat's pursuit of major offensive R&D programs, where genetic engineering was used to develop antibiotic-resistant microbial strains with unprecedented pathogenic properties.

Step back in time and witness the rise of Biopreparat during the mid-1980s when it grew not only in size but also in political importance. Explore how this secretive agency transformed into a major civil biopharmaceutical player within the USSR, leaving a lasting impact on the field of biotechnology.

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, a fierce battle for control ensued, resulting in the dismantling of Biopreparat. Now, you have the opportunity to delve into the aftermath and learn about the transfer of control over its facilities to various state agencies and private companies.

Uncover the groundbreaking research, the covert operations, and the legacy of Biopreparat. Get your copy of "The Soviet Union's Invisible Weapons of Mass Destruction" today and discover the hidden history of biological warfare. Get your copy now!

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