Biosecurity and surveillance are complementary. Health surveillance in human, plant, or animal contexts involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting health-related data. These data then inform what is done in terms of health programs and strategic communication. National surveillance systems often rely…
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Communities of Practice for Biosecurity Engagement
Day two of the ADBCAP Symposium, held on May 16, 2019 in College Park, Maryland, was designed as a workshop to foster discussion and rich conversation with people involved in agricultural biosecurity research and practice. Those representing both plant and…
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Matthew Seeger on Crisis and Risk Communication
We live in a world where crisis is common—natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and acts of terror, to name a few. When a crisis happens, how do we make sure we’re prepared for it, and how do we communicate about it…
Serious Games: Investigating Behavioral Approaches to Biosecurity
You may have had this experience: On family game nights when the Monopoly board was pulled out, you knew it was going to be competitive. It was a night that would bring out a different side to everyone's personalities. These…
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Live Stream Link for Symposium Available
A live stream link for ADBCAP Symposium is available. The ADBCAP Symposium will be live streamed for anyone who cannot attend the College Park, Maryland event in person. Truffle Media Networks, a company that produces audio and video media series…
Symposium Keynote Speaker Confirmed
A keynote speaker has been confirmed for the ADBCAP Symposium: Matthew W. Seeger, Ph.D. He will deliver a presentation on Thursday, May 16 on the topic of risk communication. About Dean Matthew Seeger Seeger has been a faculty member and…
Dates & Locations Set for Symposium
The ADBCAP Symposium will be held from May 15 to 16, 2019 in College Park, Maryland. The location for May 15 will be at the Adele Stamp Student Union on the University of Maryland campus. Click here to view the…