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Biological Safety Program
UW Safety Office
Hill Hall 648
Dept 4305
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-2723
Email: biosafety@uwyo.edu


Biological Toxins

"Biological toxins are any toxic substance that can be produced by microorganisms, animals and plants." ... "Unlike the case for toxic chemicals where supportive treatment is the only avenue following exposure, prophylactic vaccines and antitoxins also exist for some biological toxins." "...most biological toxins manifest acute effects, though a few produce long-term effects...."

Quotes from Barbara Johnson, Ray Mastnjak, and I. Gary Resnick. Safety and Health Considerations for Conducting Work with Biological Toxins. Applied Biosafety, 6(3) pp. 117-135 2001


Biological Toxin Information

For questions contact the Biological Safety Specialist

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Contact Us

Biological Safety Program
UW Safety Office
Hill Hall 648
Dept 4305
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-2723
Email: biosafety@uwyo.edu