Ricin as a Biothreat Agent: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Toxicology, Forensic Aspects, and Risk Mitigation.

Ricin, a potent ribosome‐inactivating protein derived from the seeds of Ricinus communis L., represents a significant threat in the context of biological warfare and terrorism due to its high toxicity, ease of extraction, and lack of a specific antidote. This review provides a comprehensive examinat...

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Published in:BioMed Research International Vol. 2026; pp. 1 - 17
Main Authors: Pohanka, Miroslav, Gurumallesh Prabu, Poorani
Format: pictorial review tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Wiley-Blackwell 5/16/2026
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