Bioweapons and biological agents pose a constant, albeit latent, threat in times of international terrorism. Dr. A. Th. Schäfer outlines the conditions for the production and the mechanisms of such weapons after providing a historical overview. The possibilities and potential dangers of a terrorist application are discussed, along with potential future developments. In a second, specialized section, the bacteria, viruses, and toxins suitable for bioweapons are presented in detail. The book thus provides all the fundamentals for a factual and professionally grounded engagement with this pressing topic.