Israeli scientists have completed ten years of research and testing in a secret laboratory in the Nes Tziona Biological Center, and are about ready to being mass-production of their newly-developed vaccine against anthrax. The vaccine has been tested and found to be effective, and unlike the American vaccine, causes no side-effects. In addition, the American vaccine must be taken in six doses, while the new Israeli version takes effect after only one injection. The research is based on genetic engineering, and was the fruit of cooperation between the IDF and the Ministry of Health.