National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)

USDA turns the lights on at the new bio-level 4 lab but keeps Plum Island running for now

The dedication and ribbon-cutting to open the $1.25 billion National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS, was held during the run-up to Memorial Day. But the Plum

By News Desk

/ 31 May 2023

USDA turns the lights on at the new bio-level 4 lab but keeps Plum Island running for now

USDA names director for animal disease lab under construction

The USDA has named the executive director of Canada’s National Centers for Animal Disease to head the new U.S. National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS.

By Dan Flynn

/ 2 Oct 2019

USDA names director for animal disease lab under construction

USDA will operate new lab for most dangerous biological agents

The USDA will operate the new $1.25 billion biosafety level-4 laboratories the federal government is building in Manhattan, KS. A biosafety level 4 laboratory provides the highest level of

By Dan Flynn

/ 24 Jun 2019

USDA will operate new lab for most dangerous biological agents

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National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)

USDA turns the lights on at the new bio-level 4 lab but keeps Plum Island running for now

USDA names director for animal disease lab under construction

USDA will operate new lab for most dangerous biological agents

Your Support Protects Public Health