Annex A. Science And Technology Objectives (STOs)
Army Science and Technology Master Plan (ASTMP 1997)

III.J.33. Filoviridae. Description: Filoviridae Objective: Develop medical countermeasures against the biological warfare (BW) threat of Filoviridae, which includes Marburg virus and Ebola virus. By FY01, transition to advanced development a bivalent vaccine effective against Marburg and Ebola viruses.

Supports: Army Modernization Plan Objectives, Medical Annex O—Project, Sustain, and Protect the force by Development of NBC Agent Preventive Measures. Provides for the exploration, demonstration, and validation of biological defense vaccines as outlined by the DEPSECDEF (26 Aug 91) and the Joint Requirements Oversight council (31 Aug 92).