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Books in Microbiology and virology

Elsevier's Microbiology & Virology collection provides comprehensive coverage of viruses and microorganisms, addressing their impact on human, animal, and plant health. It includes topics such as prevention, treatment, and research of viral diseases like coronaviruses, flaviviruses, and viral hemorrhagic fevers. The collection delves into fields like Bacteriology, Mycology, and Microbial genetics, focusing on their roles in environmental, agricultural, and health-related contexts. This resource serves as a vital tool for scientists, facilitating the study of viruses and microorganisms and enabling the development of effective strategies for infectious disease prevention, diagnosis, and control.

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    • Applied Microbiology

      • 1st Edition
      • November 3, 2025
      • Saurabh Bhatia + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Recently, molecular technologies have positively affected the field of applied microbiology, providing rapid quantitative as well as qualitative information on microorganisms present in a given sample. The development of microbiology-based inventions suggests a worthwhile but challenging prospect to create pharmaceutical products and harvest the superior potential therein. Some of the challenges while patenting the microorganisms can be overcome by updating aspirants related with ethical and regulatory issues, especially guidelines established in microbiology to explore its more clinical applications. Applied Microbiology: Microbes, Pharmaceutical Techniques and Procedures includes diverse applications of microorganisms in 21st century like emerging infections and their futuristic impact over the society. Applied Microbiology: Microbes, Pharmaceutical Techniques and Procedures carries outcomes of present research to reach those whose aspiration allows using this information and know-how in both the basic as the applied settings.

    • Marine Microbiome and Microbial Bioprospecting

      • 1st Edition
      • October 1, 2025
      • Manikkam Radhakrishnan + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Marine Microbiome and Microbial Bioprospecting: Diversity and Bioactive Potential comprehensively discusses the diversity of microbes present in various marine ecosystems, their bioprospecting potential, and how they can be utilized to derive bioproducts that benefit different fields and industries. Sections overview marine microbes, their ex situ conservation, and the tools and techniques used to study marine microbial diversity and taxonomy. In addition, it explores and details microorganisms in different marine ecosystems and considers how bioactive metabolites from diverse marine microorganisms can be harnessed to combat pathogens, used in industrial products and in environmental remediation and degradation, and enhanced for agricultural and aquaculture applications.With contributions from experts in the field, this book aims to be a valuable resource for researchers and industry professionals in microbiology and biotechnology and anyone involved in finding lead molecules from marine microbial resources for wide-ranging applications.

    • Advances in Parasitology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 130
      • November 1, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Unveiling the Proteolytic Networks of Parasites, Volume 130 in the Advances in Parasitology series, presents a cutting-edge exploration of specific proteases across a spectrum of parasitic organisms. Top researchers in the field conduct multifaceted examinations, shedding light on the distinct roles of these proteases within significant parasite groups, including malaria, trematodes, nematodes, and blood-feeding arthropods. Chapters in this new release include The roundworm Ascaris: recent advances and progress towards elimination, Genetically modified helminths as pharmaceutical bio-factories, Epithelial cytokines in helminth infections, Schistosoma eggs: from conception to eggs-creation, Helminth extracellular vesicles: roles in and beyond parasite-host communication, and more.

    • Applications of Nanotherapeutics and Nanotheranostics in Managing Infectious Diseases

      • 1st Edition
      • February 14, 2025
      • Anoop Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Applications of Nanotherapeutics and Nanotheranostics in Managing Infectious Diseases discusses how nanotechnology aids in overcoming the existing traditional approaches in combating diseases. The book explores the emerging trends of using nanoparticles for nanotherapeutics and nanotheranostics and their role in the efficient diagnosis and treatment of infectious microbial diseases. Sections covers nanotherapeutic impregnated medical devices, nanotherapeutics as vaccines, related regulatory requirements, the application of nanotherapeutics and nanotheranostics in diagnosing and treating specific infectious diseases, including bacterial infections, viral infections, fungal infestations, parasitic infestations, and other infectious conditions.With chapter contributions from experts in the fields, this book offers a comprehensive reference for researchers, scientists, and industry professionals working on infectious diseases and the application of nanoparticles to effectively diagnose, treat, and manage them.

    • Nanotherapeutics Combating Microbial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance

      • 1st Edition
      • October 1, 2025
      • Divakar Sharma + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Nanotherapeutics Combating Microbial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance: Volume Two, Nanotheranostics, Microbial Infections, and Antimicrobial Resistance delves into the innovative use of nanotechnology to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and treat bacterial infections. The second volume of this series showcases cutting-edge nano-based solutions developed to overcome multi-drug resistant pathogens, offering insights from leading experts. This book is an essential resource for researchers, academics, students, industry professionals, and clinicians in fields related to microbiology, infectious diseases, and nanotechnology, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the fight against bacterial infections.Other noteworthy highlights of this book include contributions from experts, informative references, and emerging technologies aimed at both treating and preventing the progression of bacterial infections. This volume is particularly valuable for those interested in the intersection of nanotechnology and healthcare.

    • Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Agiesh Kumar Balakrishna Pillai + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Management, and Preparedness covers the causative agents, outbreaks, and clinical management of emerging and re-emerging viral hemorrhagic fevers. Coverage includes a range of topics from basic virology, epidemiology, and disease pathogenesis of emerging and re-emerging hemorrhagic fever viruses. The book examines host-virus interactions, immune pathogenesis, and recent trends in disease diagnostics. It also covers current state-of-the-art in understanding molecular mechanisms of disease pathogenesis, the potential of molecular markers for disease prognostics, early prediction of disease outcome, advancements in diagnosis and drug development, and strategies in pandemic preparation, mitigation, and responses in public health security.With chapters written and compiled by a team of well-known virologists, clinicians as well as regulatory and public health experts. This book is a comprehensive guide that will help users understand the transmission, pathogenesis, and clinical management of emerging and re-emerging viruses causing hemorrhagic diseases.

    • Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Virendra Gajbhiye + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases offers comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of fungal diseases and the applications of nanotechnology for their diagnosis and treatment.The book covers the basics of human fungal pathogens, the molecular mechanisms of infection, and current diagnostic strategies and treatment regimes. It then goes on to discuss nanotechnology-based approaches for the detection and identification of human fungal pathogens. It also discusses antifungal drugs, their modes of action, and how nanoparticles are utilized to deliver these agents, highlighting their significance in treating various fungal infections. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive overview of nanotechnology-based products, as well as the current and future applications of nano-methodologies and technologies in the field of fungal infectious diseases. With contributions from experts in the field, Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases is an informative resource for scientists, researchers, and medical personnel to better understand fungal diseases in order to design and develop novel and accessible nano-based therapies for their treatment.

    • Rabies

      • 5th Edition
      • July 22, 2025
      • Alan C. Jackson + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Rabies: Scientific Basis of the Disease and its Management, Fifth Edition is an authoritative reference that delves into the virological, clinical, and public health facets of rabies. This new edition provides insights into the molecular virology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, immunology, treatment, epidemiology, and public health strategies for managing rabies. It also includes discussions on the One Health approach to rabies, global implications, and setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the book serves as an essential resource for physicians, veterinarians, public health advisors, epidemiologists, and research scientists, offering current information on diagnosing, treating, controlling, and preventing this deadly infectious disease.

    • Biodiversity, Bioengineering, and Biotechnology of Fungi

      • 1st Edition
      • April 2, 2025
      • Chakravarthula Manoharachary + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Biodiversity, Bioengineering, and Biotechnology of Fungi examines various fungi genera and their biotechnological applications. The book covers the most common genera of fungi, their structure, their taxonomy, the maintenance and organization of a permanent study collection with associated databases, and their application in diverse sectors including industrial applications in the food, environment, bioenergy, biorefinery, and biopharma sectors.Compiled by an international team of fungal biologists, Biodiversity, Bioengineering, and Biotechnology of Fungi provides a wealth of information particularly on the diversity of fungal genera and their biotechnological contributions. The book is a valuable resource for scientists, researchers, health practitioners, nutritionists, industry professionals, advanced students, and all those who wish to broaden their knowledge in the allied field.

    • Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management

      • 1st Edition
      • October 1, 2025
      • Amrita Srivastava + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management: A Natural Alternative details the sources and diversity of microbial and plant secondary metabolites, the methods used for their detection and extraction, their novel applications in disease management, and inclusion in mainstream therapy. Organized into three main sections, the book begins by discussing the potential of microbes, plants, microalgae, and cyanobacteria as valuable sources of secondary metabolites, their role and mechanisms of action in symbiotic and competitive interactions, extractions and purification strategies, and the means to maximize their production. The book goes on to explore the utility of secondary metabolites in mitigating plant stress and their therapeutic impact on human health management. With contributions from experts in the field, Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management is a useful interdisciplinary resource for researchers, professors, graduate and postgraduate students, and industry professionals studying applied microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and plant science.

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