Viral Pathogenesis And Immunology

Author : Neal Nathanson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2007-04-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080471056

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Viral Pathogenesis and Immunity by Neal Nathanson Pdf

Based on the highly successful reference work Viral Pathogenesis published in 1997, this concise, economical version can be used both as an introductory text or for self-education by medical students and biologists alike. This latest edition provides a completely revised overview of the subject with new chapters on innate immunity, emerging viral diseases, and antiviral therapy in a format that is easy to understand without continually referring to additional information. Used by the author in his graduate classes at the University of Pennsylvania, it sets forth the essential principles and discusses the details of how the immune system responds to viral invasion including the treatment and prevention of infection. Illustrated by pertinent examples it is one of the only books devoted exclusively to this topic. * Offers almost a 20% expansion over the first edition * Focuses specifically on viral pathogenesis unlike other texts where only a few chapters are devoted to the topic * Neal Nathanson is one of the primary authorities in the field and has authored chapters on viral pathogenesis in two of the most well known virology and microbiology titles Field's Virology and Topley and Wilson's Microbiology * Now in four color throughout!

Author : Michael G. Katze,Marcus J. Korth,G. Lynn Law,Neal Nathanson
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128011744

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Viral Pathogenesis by Michael G. Katze,Marcus J. Korth,G. Lynn Law,Neal Nathanson Pdf

Viral Pathogenesis: From Basics to Systems Biology, Third Edition, has been thoroughly updated to cover topical advances in the evolving field of viral pathogenesis, while also providing the requisite classic foundational information for which it is recognized. The book provides key coverage of the newfound ability to profile molecular events on a system-wide scale, which has led to a deeper understanding of virus-host interactions, host signaling and molecular-interaction networks, and the role of host genetics in determining disease outcome. In addition, the content has been augmented with short chapters on seminal breakthroughs and profiles of their progenitors, as well as short commentaries on important or controversial issues in the field. Thus, the reader will be given a view of virology research with perspectives on issues such as biomedical ethics, public health policy, and human health. In summary, the third edition will give the student a sense of the exciting new perspectives on viral pathogenesis that have been provided by recent developments in genomics, computation, modeling, and systems biology. Covers all aspects of viral infection, including viral entry, replication, and release, as well as innate and adaptive immunity and viral pathogenesis Provides a fresh perspective on the approaches used to understand how viruses cause disease Features molecular profiling techniques, whole genome sequencing, and innovative computational methods Highlights the use of contemporary approaches and the insights they provide to the field

Author : Cedric A. Mims,David O. White
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Host-virus relationships
ISBN : OCLC:13156658

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Viral Pathogenesis and Immunology by Cedric A. Mims,David O. White Pdf

Author : A. L. Notkins,M. B. A. Oldstone
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461252504

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Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis by A. L. Notkins,M. B. A. Oldstone Pdf

The current proliferation of scientific information makes it difficult for even the most diligent reader to keep up with the latest developments in his/her own field, let alone other areas of interest. Review articles are one solution, but they too have become so voluminous and detailed that they often defeat the purpose for which they were intended. We have attempted to ease this problem by using a different format. In this volume on Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis, we have assembled a series of mini-reviews/editorials, 1,000 to 2,000 words in length. Each is a pithy distil lation of the state-of-the-art with emphasis on current thinking and unifying concepts rather than a compendium of the literature. The 53 articles, all written by active workers in their respective fields, are organized systemati cally so that the book will provide busy investigators, teachers and students of up-to-date information in a very brief and easily read a conceptual core able form. In addition, the authors have attempted to identify unresolved problems and point to future directions.

Author : Hans-Wolfgang Ackermann,Michel Tremblay,Laurent Berthiaume
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2000-11-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420039115

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Viral Pathogenesis in Diagrams by Hans-Wolfgang Ackermann,Michel Tremblay,Laurent Berthiaume Pdf

Viral Pathogenesis in Diagrams is the first book of its kind to illustrate viral pathogenesis on a comparative basis. The text covers the pathogenesis of viral diseases, including vertebrates, invertebrates, plants, and protists. The diagrams summarize and integrate large numbers of observations, from electron microscopy to clinical data, into a si

Author : S. Jane Flint,Vincent R. Racaniello,Glenn F. Rall,Anna Marie Skalka
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1104 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781683673361

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Principles of Virology, Volume 2 by S. Jane Flint,Vincent R. Racaniello,Glenn F. Rall,Anna Marie Skalka Pdf

Principles of Virology Fourth Edition Principles of Virology is the leading virology textbook because it does more than collect and present facts about individual viruses. Instead, it facilitates an understanding of basic virology by examining the shared processes and capabilities of viruses. Using a set of representative viruses to present the complexity and diversity of a myriad of viruses, this rational approach enables students to understand how reproduction is accomplished by known viruses and provides the tools for future encounters with new or understudied viruses. This fully updated edition represents the rapidly changing field of virology. A major new feature is the inclusion of 26 video interviews with leading scientists who have made significant contributions to the field of virology. Applicable courses: undergraduate courses in virology and microbiology as well as graduate courses in virology and infectious diseases.

Author : Abner Louis Notkins,Michael B.A. Oldstone
Publisher : Springer
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461249580

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Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis II by Abner Louis Notkins,Michael B.A. Oldstone Pdf

Author : Abner L. Notkins,Michael B.A. Oldstone
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461388906

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Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis III by Abner L. Notkins,Michael B.A. Oldstone Pdf

The all new Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis III contains the widely praised format of presenting up-to-date information in pithy, easily read "mini-review" style and complements previous editions with contributions by leading international authorities on structure-function relationships, gene regulation, cell biology of viral infections, transgenic mice, expression of viral genes, retroviruses, and evolving concepts in viral diseases. Taken together, Volume I, II and III of Concepts in Viral Pathogenesis contain 145 unique chapters each representing the latest thinking in important areas of virology by the foremost investigators in the field. Clinicians, laboratory scientists, students, and others seeking authoritative overviews of current knowledge on the mechanism of viral diseases will welcome this valuable resource.

Author : Richard W. Compans,Michael B. A. Oldstone
Publisher : Springer
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319111551

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Influenza Pathogenesis and Control - Volume I by Richard W. Compans,Michael B. A. Oldstone Pdf

This two-volume work covers the molecular and cell biology, genetics and evolution of influenza viruses, the pathogenesis of infection, resultant host innate and adaptive immune response, prevention of infection through vaccination and approaches to the therapeutic control of infection.. Experts at the forefront of these areas provide critical assessments with regard to influenza virology, immunology, cell and molecular biology, and pathogenesis. Volume I provides overviews of the latest findings on molecular determinants of viral pathogenicity, virus entry and cell tropism, pandemic risk assessment, transmission and pathogenesis in animal species, viral evolution, ecology and antigenic variation, while Volume II focuses on the role of innate and adaptive immunity in pathogenesis, development of vaccines and antivirals.

Author : Uday Kishore
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030674526

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Microbial Pathogenesis by Uday Kishore Pdf

This book updates in detail the microbial pathogenesis of various important pathogens, including HIV-1, MERS, SARS-CoV-2, Mycobacterium and Plasmodium. There is also a general discussion of the innate and adaptive immune responses against primary and opportunistic infections. The overall purpose of the book is to aid in the development of anti-viral and anti-microbial targets.

Author : R. Ahmed,Irvin Chen
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 754 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015041993448

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Persistent Viral Infections by R. Ahmed,Irvin Chen Pdf

Persistent Viral Infections Edited by Rafi Ahmed Emory Vaccine Center, Atlanta, USA and Irvin S. Y. Chen UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, USA During the past decade much of our attention has focused on diseases associated with viral persistence. Major breakthroughs in immunology, and the advent of molecular approaches to study pathogenesis have increased our understanding of the complex virus-host interactions that occur during viral persistence. Persistent Viral Infections focuses on: * The pathogenesis and immunology of chronic infections * Animal models that provide, or have the potential to provide, major insights This volume will be essential reading for virologists, immunologists, oncologists and neurologists.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780128215890

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Immunopathology by Anonim Pdf

Immunopathology, Volume 107 in the Advances in Virus Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors. Viral Immunopathology will cover how the immune system, innate or adaptive, is often at the root of viral pathogenesis. This is true in diverse host systems including vertebrates, plants and insects. This volume will present the latest findings in this interesting and important area of research, and will include human, plant, fish, and insect viruses. Different kingdoms have evolved very diverse immune responses to virus infection but the common theme – namely, that effects of viruses on host immune systems can condition the induction of viral disease – will unify this concept across kingdoms. The immune system is often responsible for virus pathology Plants, animals and insects all mount immune responses to virus infection that can increase pathology Both innate and adaptive immune responses can result in immunopathology

Author : Anthony A. Nash,Robert G. Dalziel,J. Ross Fitzgerald
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780123977816

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Mims' Pathogenesis of Infectious Disease by Anthony A. Nash,Robert G. Dalziel,J. Ross Fitzgerald Pdf

Mims' Pathogenesis of Infectious Disease is the landmark book in the field of infectious disease. The new, revised edition of this work provides a comprehensive, up-to-date description of the mechanisms of microbial infection and the pathogenesis of infectious disease. Presented in a clear, accessible style, it deals in an integrated manner with the spectrum of microorganisms, describing the factors common to all infectious diseases. Molecular biology, pathology, and immunology are brought together to explain the mechanisms for spread, immune response, and recovery. Describes the origin and molecular biology of pandemic influenza, HIV1, and HIV2 as well as the recent work on papillomaviruses, herpesviruses, BSE, and variant CJD Contains the latest data on tuberculosis, microbial evasion of immune defenses, and the spread of antibiotic resistance genes among bacteria Provides an update on vaccines, prions, immune evasion, and microbial ligands and receptors Gives an up-to-date picture of the global burden of infectious diseases

Author : Michael B. A. Oldstone
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015019851057

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Animal Virus Pathogenesis by Michael B. A. Oldstone Pdf

Author : Michael S. Diamond
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780387798400

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West Nile Encephalitis Virus Infection by Michael S. Diamond Pdf

West Nile virus is a neurotropic flavivirus that has emerged globally as a primary cause of viral encephalitis. Infection of humans and other vertebrate animals is associated with a febrile illness that can progress to a lethal encephalitis or flaccid paralysis syndrome. Its appearance in the Western Hemisphere in 1999 and the corresponding increase in global disease burden over the last decade have been accompanied by intensive study, including the entry of many scientists into the field. Breakthroughs have been made in understanding the unique transmission pattern between the vector and the multiple avian and mammalian hosts and targets. Studies in mammalian systems have dissected the viral and host factors that determine the pathogenesis and outcome of West Nile virus infection. On the basis of these experiments, progress has been made on the identification of genetic factors that predispose to severe human disease. Thus, in a remarkably short period of time, insight has been gained on a wide variety of disciplines related to West Nile virus biology. The aim of this book was to assemble an up-to-date and cutti- edge anthology from the leading experts in the field. The chapters are balanced by submissions from newcomers who have made significant recent contributions with those from established investigators who have dedicated their careers to the study of West Nile virus.