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DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center (CBC)

Mission

Provide innovative chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) defense capabilities to enable the Joint Warfighters' dominance on the battlefield and interagency defense of the homeland.

Core Competencies

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  • Threat Agent Science & Toxicology
  • CBRNE Protection
  • CBRNE Assessment
  • Biotechnology & Biological Sciences
  • Chemical/Biological Agent Destruction, Disposal, & Mitigation Operations


Technology Transfer Notes

LaboratoryDEVCOM CBC has a unique role in technology development that cannot be duplicated by private industry or research universities. It fosters research, development, testing, and application of technologies for protecting warfighters, first responders, and the nation from chemical and biological warfare agents. The Center has 1.2 million square feet of laboratory and chamber space including chemical surety hoods, Biosafety Level (BSL) 2 and 3 hoods, toxic test chambers, explosive containment chambers, and operational mobile laboratories.

 

Laboratory Locations

  • CBC Main Location:
    – Maryland
  • Satellite Locations:
    – Arkansas
    – Illinois
    – Utah