The Azerbaijani military doctors have attended the biodefense and emerging diseases research meeting of American Society for Microbiology in Arlington, the US.

The meeting united the individuals carrying out the research to defend against the growing threat of bioterrorism with the decision makers shaping the future biodefense research agenda, recognizing that emerging infectious diseases serve as a paradigm for handling the public threat of bioterrorism.

The American Society for Microbiology supports scientists engaged in every facet of microbiology – from antimicrobial agents to zoonotic diseases. In addition to cutting edge science and networking opportunities, members receive significant discounts on meeting and conference registrations, as well as books and other publications.