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Ricin: Technical Background and Potential Role in Terrorism
February 4, 2004
Dana Shea, Frank Gottren
CRS
On February 2, 2004, the deadly toxin ricin was detected in the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Ricin, Derived from castor beans, has been identified as a potential bioweapon.. Ricin is extremely toxic by ingestion, inhalation and injection, causing organ damage that can lead to death. While research continues on new therapies and vaccines against ricin exposure, no approved treatmen ...
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