An Explanation of Mad Cow Disease Mark Purdey argues and presents evidence that BSE, Kuru, and variant Creutzfeld Jakob Disease are caused by manganese poisoning.
BSE Information at the University of Illinois Factual information, news releases, general information and web sites about BSE (mad cow disease); veterinary, consumer and producer information.
BSEInfo.org A review of literature, research and historical data on these diseases, compiled under the auspices of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
NOVA: The Brain Eater Article that explores the causes of Mad Cow disease, what happens when science faces an unknown pathogen, and the implications for public health.