In todays world, we face not only the medical threats associated with conventional warfare, but also the potential use of weapons of mass destruction and terrorism against our military forces and our citizens. Thus, research at UATBD is focusing on finding solutions to both traditional battlefield medical problems and naturally occurring infectious diseases, as well as to health problems associated with non-conventional weapons, including thermobaric blast, biological agents, and radiation. In fact, research is being conducted in each of the following areas:

We are proud to be out in front for advanced medical research and sciences, committed to creating value for our military, by improving readiness and enhancing future capabilities through our vital work in the areas of infectious diseases, biological defense, military operational medicine, combat casualty care, and radiation research, all in support of U.S. warfighters.