*********************.com Reports on the Biodefense Sector Following
Discovery of Ricin; Chemical and Biological Agent Detector Stocks Attract Investor Attention
*********************.com, a global investment research portal for the Homeland Defense and Security Sector reviews market activity following the recent discovery and identification of the ricin toxin at the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Several stocks realized gains as investors scouted out companies with technology solutions for threats of chemical and biological agents. According to research by Frost and Sullivan (World Chemical and Biological Agent Detector Markets), the future for both biological and chemical detection markets looks positive as ongoing terrorist activities create an urgent demand for detection and protection solutions. The recently announced 10% increase for FY 2005 Department of Homeland Security budget will allow additional allocation of funds and resources to develop and implement reliable detection systems. The budget request includes a $274 million Bio-Surveillance Program Initiative designed to protect against bioterrorism.
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