Evaluation of Bacillus cereus biovar anthracis In Various Sporulation Media and Assessment Of Its Virulence In New Zealand White Rabbits

The bacterial agents on the select agent list have been well characterized. Bacillus cereus biovar anthracis has not been well characterized as a biological threat agent. This study will inform relevant agencies on the sporulation of the bacterium and its disease course and virulence will be compared to B. anthracis. This study will provide data to fill knowledge gaps and inform risk-modeling scenarios.