NBAF is fortunate to have a team with a tremendous scope of experience, capability and passion for our mission and culture. To learn more about NBAF, visit usda.gov/nbaf. US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) #highreliability #commitment #teamwork
USDA National Bio & Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)
Research Services
Manhattan, KS 6,256 followers
A world-class science facility for large animal agricultural research, training, & diagnostics located in Manhattan, KS.
About us
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been working with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to stand up the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS. This state-of-the-art facility is a national asset that will help protect the nation’s agriculture, farmers and citizens against the threat and potential impact of serious animal diseases. DHS has diligently managed the NBAF project since 2006 but will transfer ownership to USDA in the coming months. After that, USDA will own and operate NBAF. NBAF will replace the Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC), a biosafety level-3 facility that is more than 68 years old. Currently, USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) conduct foreign animal disease research, training and diagnostics in this center. ARS and APHIS will transfer their missions from PIADC to NBAF and will operate the facility jointly. DHS reported construction was completed in May 2022 and contractor commissioning was completed in December 2022. Even after USDA takes ownership of the facility from DHS, the full science mission transfer from PIADC in New York to NBAF in Kansas will still take at least a couple of years. To protect the food supply and support the nation’s economy, NBAF will enable the U.S. to conduct comprehensive research, develop vaccines and anti-virals, and provide enhanced diagnostic and training capabilities to protect the nation from transboundary, emerging, and zoonotic animal diseases that threaten our food supply, agricultural economy, and public health. NBAF will be the first facility in the U.S. to provide maximum biocontainment (BSL-4) laboratories capable of housing cattle and other large livestock for the purpose of developing vaccines and diagnostics for zoonotic diseases.
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http://www.usda.gov/nbaf
External link for USDA National Bio & Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Manhattan, KS
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- Agricultural Research, Animal Production & Protection, Biocontainment Laboratories, Zoonotic Pathogens, Foreign Animal Diseases, Vaccine Banks, Veterinary Training, and Animal Disease Diagnostics
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Manhattan, KS, US
Employees at USDA National Bio & Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)
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Nick Burchett
IT Business Systems Analyst at USDA National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
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Christopher Hall, CISM
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for NBAF MRP Information Technology Division (MRP ITD)
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Michael Puckette
Leading scientific research from concept to product.
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Steve Mirack
Select Agent Manager at USDA National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)
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There are currently several ORISE Fellowship opportunities available with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in various locations, including NBAF. These opportunities are in partnership with the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. Historian/Science Writing Fellowship Training Development Fellowship BSL-4 Scientist Fellowship Biological Science Fellowship You can find these and other ORISE Fellowship opportunities at https://lnkd.in/gSxkZd7D #Fellowship #Training #Science
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NBAF is co-hosting a Foot-and-Mouth Disease Symposium with the Center for the Ecology of Infectious Diseases (CEID) at The University of Georgia from March 11-13, 2025 in Manhattan, KS. This hybrid event will bring together leading experts to present global trends in FMD research and the latest insights on ecology, epidemiology, and risk assessment implications for the United States. #science #livestock #agriculture This symposium encourages participation from established researchers, policymakers, and early-career professionals interested in all aspects of FMD policy, ecology, epidemiology, and risk assessment. Attendance is free, but registration is required. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gANSgi8S Boehringer Ingelheim US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
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RAV3N BSL-3/BSL-4 Facilities and Operations Workshop 🏢 🛠️⚙️🔬 The 3-day workshop hosted by the Operations, Biosafety and Biorisk Working Group of RAV3N took place in College Station and Galveston, Texas on September 24-26, 2024 and convened experts from across the RAV3N network to discuss many biocontainment facility related topics and issues related to operational standing up and maintenance of these complex facilities. In addition to the roundtable discussions on diverse topics in maintenance and lessons learned in biocontainment facilities, our members also had the opportunity to tour the Texas A&M University Global Health Research Complex and the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston National Laboratory. Our sincere appreciation to RAV3N members for the great discussions and for sharing their knowledge and experience with colleagues! #RAV3N #BSL3 #BSL4 #biocontainmentfacilities #reserach #biosafety #biosecurity #onehealth
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The Texas Tech Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is now accepting applications for up to ten undergraduate fellowship positions for the National Bio & Agro-Defense Facility Laboratorian Training Program (NLTP). This program, sponsored by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is designed to build technical skills related to animal handling and animal health. #animalhealth #animalscience #research To learn more about the NLTP program, visit https://lnkd.in/g_5z38_t.
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On #NationalFarmersDay, we thank the individuals who dedicate their lives to feeding and fueling the world, especially during these difficult times. Our thoughts are with those who were impacted by #Milton and #Helene. USDA will be here every step of the way during recovery. Assistance is available at disasterassistance.gov or farmers.gov.
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APHIS employees led #FedsFeedFamilies to a new record of 12 million pounds of food collected nationally during the 2024 campaign. USDA employees donated 1,957,842 pounds & APHIS employees participated by donating 369,750 pounds of food. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gBKsvi-W
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If you're interested in high-containment laboratory work, don't miss this opportunity! Kansas State University is now accepting applications for their 2025 summer fellowship program sponsored by the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Informational meetings are being held Oct. 17 and 30. Check it out! #sciencecareers #biotech #training #biology #chemistry
High Containment Laboratory Skills Training Program
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The National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) monitors antimicrobial resistance patterns in livestock and companion animals across the U.S. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gEDMStMw
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