Earmark - National Bioterrorism Civilian Medical Response (CIMERC)

Agency:		Department of Defense--Military
Bureau:		Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation
Account:		Research, development, test, and evaluation, Army (21-2040)
Certifying Official:		Deputy Comptroller Program/Budget
Contact Information:		http://WWW.DOD.GOV 703-697-5131

National Bioterrorism Civilian Medical Response (CIMERC)

1 recipient will receive $1,342,000. This is a first-time earmark.

Year Enacted: 2005

Description: Civilian Medical Response Center (CIMERC) has developed strategic partnerships with many government and non-government organizations to integrate the diverse interests and expertise of the respective institutes from a preparedness perspective. Through the development of innovative technology, critical training programs, and policy analysis and guidance, CIMERC is a building a depth of knowledge and experience to improve civilian and military efforts for complex medical emergency planning and response. The four focus areas of this project will be 1) Command and Control Operational Capabilities; 2) Biodefense Assessment, Implementation, and Evaluation; 3) Readiness and Response Training; and 4) Prevention and Remediation.

Beneficiary/Recipient	Amount ($K)	Program	Type	Address
Drexel University	$1,342		Private Educational Institution	Philadelphia, PA