biodefense
/ˌbaɪoʊdɪˈfɛns/
noun
- Measures taken to protect people, animals, or plants from biological threats such as diseases, toxins, or bioweapons.
- Biodefense research helps prepare for natural pandemics as well as intentional attacks.
- Scientists in biodefense work on vaccines and early warning systems.
- The government increased funding for biodefense after the outbreak.