| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10231485 | Biotechnology Advances | 2015 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Ricin is a plant toxin with high bioterrorism potential due to its natural abundance and potency in inducing cell death. Early detection of the active toxin is essential for developing appropriate countermeasures. Here we review concepts for designing ricin detection methods, including mechanism of action of the toxin, advantages and disadvantages of current detection assays, and perspectives on the future development of rapid and reliable methods for detecting ricin in environmental samples.
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Authors
William P. Bozza, William H. Tolleson, Leslie A. Rivera Rosado, Baolin Zhang,