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Science on Tap Lecture-State Hygienic Laboratory: Diagnosis in Pathogenic and Chemical Exposure Identification
Feb 28, 2019
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Hancher Auditorium, Stanley Cafe
141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242
Television shows like CSI and Silent Witness have created an exaggerated, rapid-fire perception of laboratory science. In reality, identifying the source of harmful exposures involves a network of specialists, advanced analytical methodology, and time. It is critical to accurately characterize the source of exposure in order to reduce the prevalence of acute and chronic illness.
Using case studies of pathogenic and chemical exposures, State Hygienic Laboratory Disease Control Director Wade Aldous and Environmental Health Director Susie Dai will discuss how the State Hygienic Laboratory's diagnostic testing is the backbone of environmental and epidemiological investigations for infectious diseases, environmental and food contaminants, foodborne illness outbreaks, and chemicals and pathogens in acts of terrorism.
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