Proposal to Strengthening Laboratory Monitoring of Especially Dangerous Pathogens Using the PackBot 510 Robotic System in Post-Combat Areas of Ukraine, 2023 – 2025 Open Access

Abstract

Background: On February 24, 2022, the sovereign country of Ukraine was invaded by the Russian Federation. Artillery fire, mining of 30% of the country, and the destruction of Nova Kakhovka dam has resulted in the dispersal and contamination of especially dangerous pathogens such as anthrax spores from 10,000 animal burial sites, cholera and other infectious pathogens into water supply systems and the Black Sea. There is a current need to prevent potential mortality among 14.5 million people living in post-war territories by strengthening the laboratory monitoring of these pathogens.

Objective: Strengthen laboratory monitoring by the implementation of PackBot510 Robotic Systems.

Methods: Through the implementation of the PackBot 510 robotic systems, samples will be safely collected to monitor soil, water, and air.

Results: Increased capacity for safely monitoring the spread of especially dangerous pathogens and other infectious agents in the post-combat territories of Ukraine.

Conclusion: Implementation of the PackBot 510 will facilitate monitoring by safely collecting especially dangerous pathogens and other infectious agents in a target population of 14.5 million people living in potentially contaminated and heavily mined post-combat territories; establish a cadre of trained personnel; and ensure collaboration between targeted, relevant partners.

Table of Contents

  Introduction 1

  Background 1

  Problem Statement 2

  Objectives 3

  Specific Aims 4

  Approach 4

  Significance 5

  Charitable Purpose 5

  Organizational Capacity 5

  Beneficiaries 6

  Critical Relationships .6

  Partner Communication 7

  Literature Review 8

  Background 8

  Current Situation in Ukraine 9

  Existing Problem of Dangerous Pathogens in Ukraine 11

  Anthrax 11

  Cholera 12

  Technical Application of the PackBot 510 Robotic Systems 14

  Methods 16

  Memorandum of Understanding 16

  Project Design 16

  PackBot 510 Robotic System Phases of Implementation 17

  Personnel and Training 17

  Sample Size 18

  Sample Collection 18

  Sample Testing 19

  Data Analysis of Sample Collection 19

  Monitoring and Evaluation 19

  Inputs 19

  Outputs 20

  Outcomes 21

 Impact 21

Chapter 4 Deliverables 22

 Aim 1 22

 Aim 2 22

 Aim 3 22

 Project Timeline 23

 Human Participants in Project 25

 Budget and Budget Justification 25

Chapter 5 Discussion 28

 Recommendations 29

 Risk Mitigation 29

 Conclusions 30

References 31

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School	Rollins School of Public Health
Department	Hubert Department of Global Health
Degree	M.P.H.
Submission	Master's Thesis
Language	English
Research Field	Environmental Health Biology, Microbiology Health Sciences, Public Health
Keyword	Anthrax Diagnostics Infectious Diseases Global Health Environmental Samples Monitoring AI Technology Especially Dangerous Pathogens Cholera Sample Collection One Health
Committee Chair / Thesis Advisor	Scott JN McNabb, Emory University

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