Jaagsiekte Sheep Retrovirus And Lung Cancer

Author : Hung Y. Fan
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642556388

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Jaagsiekte Sheep Retrovirus and Lung Cancer by Hung Y. Fan Pdf

Retroviruses have been of great importance to biomedical science for the past half century. Initially, studies on oncogenic animal retroviruses provided important insights into molecular processes in carcinogenesis – most notably the existence and mechanisms of action of oncogenes and proto-oncogenes. Moreover, several human diseases are caused by retroviruses, including AIDS, adult T-cell leukemia and the neurological disease HAM/TSP. The topic of this volume is a relatively unknown animal retrovirus, jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus, the causative agent of transmissible lung cancer in sheep –ovine pulmonary adenocarcinoma. The disease was first documented in South Africa in the 1800s, it has a wide geographical distribution, and it is of economic importance in high endemic regions. However, until very recently the nature of the etiologic agent was unclear, and relatively few laboratories actively studied the disease.

Author : Hung Y. Fan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3642556396

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Jaagsiekte Sheep Retrovirus and Lung Cancer by Hung Y. Fan Pdf

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004-07-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309089944

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The Infectious Etiology of Chronic Diseases by Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats Pdf

In recent years, a number of chronic diseases have been linked, in some cases definitively, to an infectious etiology: peptic ulcer disease with Helicobacter pylori, cervical cancer with several human papillomaviruses, Lyme arthritis and neuroborreliosis with Borrelia burgdorferi, AIDS with the human immunodeficiency virus, liver cancer and cirrhosis with hepatitis B and C viruses, to name a few. The proven and suspected roles of microbes does not stop with physical ailments; infections are increasingly being examined as associated causes of or possible contributors to a variety of serious, chronic neuropsychiatric disorders and to developmental problems, especially in children. The Infectious Etiology of Chronic Diseases: Defining the Relationship, Enhancing the Research, and Mitigating the Effects, summarizes a two-day workshop held by the Institute of Medicine's Forum on Microbial Threats to address this rapidly evolving field. Participants explored factors driving infectious etiologies of chronic diseases of prominence, identified difficulties in linking infectious agents with chronic outcomes, and discussed broad-based strategies and research programs to advance the field.

Author : Helmut Popper
Publisher : Springer
Page : 699 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783662504918

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Pathology of Lung Disease by Helmut Popper Pdf

This well-illustrated textbook covers the full range of lung and pleural diseases from the pathologic standpoint. Both diseases of adults and pediatric lung diseases are presented. The book will serve as an excellent guide to the diagnosis of these diseases, but in addition it explains the disease mechanisms and etiology. Genetics and molecular biology are also discussed whenever necessary for a full understanding. The author is an internationally recognized expert who runs courses on lung and pleural pathology attended by participants from all over the world. In compiling this book, he has drawn on more than 30 years’ experience in the field.

Author : Robert Stern
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2009-03-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080921086

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Hyaluronan in Cancer Biology by Robert Stern Pdf

Hyaluronan biology is being recognized as an important regulator of cancer progression. Paradoxically, both hyaluronan (HA) and hyaluronidases, the enzymes that eliminate HA, have also been correlated with cancer progression. Hyaluronan, a long-chain polymer of the extracellular matrix, opens up tissue spaces through which cancer cells move and metastasize. It also confers motility upon cells through interactions of cell-surface HA with the cytoskeleton. Embryonic cells in the process of movement and proliferation use the same strategy. It is an example of how cancer cells have commandeered normal cellular processes for their own survival and spread. There are also parallels between cancer and wound healing, cancer occasionally being defined as a wound that does not heal. The growing body of literature regarding this topic has recently progressed from describing the association of hyaluronan and hyaluronidase expression associated with different cancers, to understanding the mechanisms that drive tumor cell activation, proliferation, drug resistance, etc. No one source, however, discusses hyaluronan synthesis and catabolism, as well as the factors that regulate the balance. This book will offer a comprehensive summary and cutting-edge insight into Hyaluronan biology, the role of the HA receptors, the hyaluronidase enzymes that degrade HA, as well as HA synthesis enzymes and their relationship to cancer. * Offers a comprehensive summary and cutting-edge insight into Hyaluronan biology, the role of the HA receptors, the hyaluronidase enzymes that degrade HA, as well as HA synthesis enzymes and their relationship to cancer * Chapters are written by the leading international authorities on this subject, from laboratories that focus on the investigation of hyaluronan in cancer initiation, progression, and dissemination * Focuses on understanding the mechanisms that drive tumor cell activation, proliferation, and drug resistance

Author : Stewart Hal
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323147460

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The Geographical Distribution of Animal Viral Diseases by Stewart Hal Pdf

The Geographical Distribution of Animal Viral Diseases attempts to shed some light on the global distribution of 110 different viral diseases, mainly of livestock and companion animals. The world literature was screened for 110 different viruses, and maps were prepared. These maps delineate the global distribution of pathogenic viruses based on authenticated reports from a variety of reliable sources. Four viruses were categorized as affecting more than one species to a significant degree (astrovirus, rabies, rotaviruses, and Rift Valley fever). The largest number of maps involved viruses that affect humans. Of the 28 viruses a large number were from the California encephalitis group. Ten of the 28 viruses were reported only in the Eastern Hemisphere, 14 only in the Western Hemisphere, and four were worldwide. Birds were the next most frequently affected group with the 15 viruses, followed by pigs with 14 viruses. Overall the vector-borne viruses appear to have much sharper and clear-cut geographical boundaries than the others.

Author : Alecsandru Ioan Baba,Cornel Cătoi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 787 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9732714573

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Comparative Oncology by Alecsandru Ioan Baba,Cornel Cătoi Pdf

Author : David G. Pugh,N. (Nickie) Baird,Misty Edmondson,Thomas Passler
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323624640

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Sheep, Goat, and Cervid Medicine - E-Book by David G. Pugh,N. (Nickie) Baird,Misty Edmondson,Thomas Passler Pdf

NEW! Coverage of cervids has been added to chapters throughout the book, reflecting the growing popularity of deer and elk. NEW! Thorough content updates are made throughout the book and reflect the latest research evidence. NEW! 170 new clinical photos have been added. NEW! Anesthesia and Pain Management chapter includes a new section on pain management strategies, reflecting the emphasis on controlling pain in small ruminants. NEW! Expert Consult website offers an online version of the book, making it easy to search the entire book electronically. NEW! Two new authors are respected and well-known veterinary medicine experts and educators: Dr. Misty Edmondson and Dr. Thomas Passler.

Author : Kari J. Syrjänen,Lutz Gissmann,Leopold G. Koss, MD, FCRP
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642710971

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Papillomaviruses and Human Disease by Kari J. Syrjänen,Lutz Gissmann,Leopold G. Koss, MD, FCRP Pdf

In recent years, papillomaviruses in general and human papillo maviruses in particular have been recognized as possible agents of important diseases, including some forms of human cancer. The purpose of this book is to present a concise panorama of the pre sent status of knowledge of this topic. This knowledge is as impor tant to molecular biologists and virologists as it is to clinicians and pathologists. To bridge the gap among these diverse groups of investigators, we conceived of a book covering a broad spectrum of the basic scientific, clinical, and pathological aspects of diseases associated with papillomaviruses. Although the principal thrust of this book is directed at human papillomaviruses, fundamental knowledge of animal viruses is essential to the current understand ing of the molecular mechanisms of cell transformation. For this reason, a chapter on animal viruses has also been included. Some of the experimental work having to do with the elucidation of transformation and other aspects of interaction between the virus and the cell cannot be based on human papillomaviruses because of a lack of suitable experimental models. Hence, some of the chapters dealing with fundamental aspects of viral molecular biol ogy are based on animal models. We were very fortunate in having persuaded a number of distin guished colleagues to contribute to this work.

Author : Jaquelin Dudley
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780387095813

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Retroviruses and Insights into Cancer by Jaquelin Dudley Pdf

This book will contain a series of review articles that focus on retroviral models of human and animal cancers. Each article will be written by an expert in the field of retrovirology. The reviews will summarize current work on a particular retrovirus, with particular emphasis on the relevance of this research to human disease.

Author : Robert Klopfleisch
Publisher : Springer
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319411248

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Veterinary Oncology by Robert Klopfleisch Pdf

This highly readable textbook provides a comprehensive but concise overview of the principles of oncogenesis in veterinary medicine, discussing selected tumors in domestic animals in detail, and addressing cancer diagnostics and therapy. All chapters are illustrated with histological and radiological images to enhance readers’ understanding. Accordingly, the book is a must-have reference guide for all graduate and advanced undergraduate students in Veterinary Medicine with a special interest in oncology.

Author : Drago Carl Herenda,P. G. Chambers,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9251033048

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Manual on Meat Inspection for Developing Countries by Drago Carl Herenda,P. G. Chambers,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Author : Maurizio Federico
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2008-02-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781592593934

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Lentivirus Gene Engineering Protocols by Maurizio Federico Pdf

Cell gene engineering is emerging as a field with outstanding impact, not only in medicine/biology, but also, and perhaps most importantly, in agriculture and in all those food sciences involved in the fight against world hunger. Lentivirus vector-based technologies represent the last frontier in the development of powerful and reliable methods for both in vitro and in vivo gene transfer in eukaryotic animal cells. Although the design of lentivirus vectors is closely reminiscent of those already successfully applied to the construction of oncoretroviral vectors, some unique features, e.g., the ef- ciency in transducing both postmitotic and stem cells, render the use of lentivirus vectors invaluable. It has been a great pleasure to edit Lentivirus Gene Engineering Pro- cols, owing in part to the high level of enthusiasm that the authors dem- strated in contributing to this book. The fact that so many outstanding scientists engaged in lentivirus vector research have provided articles renders it so- thing more than a technical handbook. In addition to detailed descriptions of the most innovative methodologies, the reader may find very informative ov- views concerning both theoretical and practical aspects of the origin and the development of diverse lentivirus vector types. This, in my opinion, rep- sents a unique added value of this volume, which should help our work resist the passage of time, to which books such as this are particularly sensitive.

Author : Moulay Mustapha Ennaji
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128149676

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Emerging and Reemerging Viral Pathogens by Moulay Mustapha Ennaji Pdf

Emerging and Reemerging Viral Pathogens: Applied Virology Approaches Related to Human, Animal and Environmental Pathogens, Volume Two presents new research information on viruses and their impact on the scientific community. It provides a reference book on certain viruses in humans, animals and vegetal, along with a comprehensive discussion on interspecies interactions. The book then looks at the drug, vaccine and bioinformatical strategies that can be used against these viruses, giving the reader a clear understanding of transmission. The book's end goal is to create awareness that the appearance of newly transmissible pathogens is a global risk that requires shared/adoptable policies for prevention and control. Covers most emerging viral disease in humans, animals and plants Provides the most advanced tools and techniques in molecular virology and the modeling of viruses Creates awareness that the appearance of new transmissible pathogens is a global risk Highlights the need to adopt shared policies for the prevention and control of infectious diseases

Author : Mary C. Smith,David M. Sherman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 886 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781119949527

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Goat Medicine by Mary C. Smith,David M. Sherman Pdf

Fully revised and expanded, Goat Medicine, Second Edition includes discussions on new diseases ranging from bovine spongiform encephalopathy to floppy kid disease as well as major updates on important diseases such as scrapie, mycoplasmosis, paratuberculosis, and urolithiasis. Information has also been added on management of transgenic goats and organic goat production. The text begins by outlining fundamentals of goat practice and moves on to systems-based coverage of the goat. Each chapter provides clinical anatomy and physiology of every system alongside information on relevant clinical signs, differential diagnosis, and system-specific disease.