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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Leveraging Viruses for the Treatment of Viral Diseases and Cancer

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Tibor Bakacs
English

Leveraging Viruses for the Treatment of Viral Diseases and Cancer: Improving Host Fitness by Combinations of Virus and Host Genes gives a comprehensive overview about the impact of using naturally or intentionally attenuated viruses, which are apathogenic to people, to control viral diseases and cancer. The book examines the potential of exploiting, developing, and using of apathogenic viruses as therapeutic tool against viral diseases and cancer. It specifically covers the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for a post-Infection Plan B to combat SARS-CoV-2 infections as gaps in testing and vaccination create the perfect conditions for a new variant of concern to emerge which could cause significant mortality thus demonstrating a need for further research for inexpensive and effective therapies. More generally, the book also provides specific examples of the use of apathogenic viruses to treat other infectious diseases. It discusses the process of manufacturing viral therapies and how infectious disease treatments can be repurposed to improve other therapies like for cancer. With contribution from an international group of contributors, Leveraging Viruses for the Treatment of Viral Diseases and Cancer is useful references for those engages in study and development of infectious diseases and ways to combat them.

Introduction to General Virology

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
L. P. Awasthi + 1 more
English

Introduction to General Virology provides a broad overview of the fundamental and applied aspects of virology. The book covers milestones in the development of virology, the general properties of viruses, morphology, genome organization and genetics, replication strategies and taxonomy. The remaining parts cover specific types of viruses, the properties, classification, structural organization, and lifecycle of bacteriophages, select human and animal viruses, plant virology, plant virus classification, nomenclature, disease symptoms, transmission, detection and diagnosis, management and control. This book is an informative, introductory resource for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, professors, or researchers entering virology, microbiology and infectious diseases.

Bacterial Biogeochemistry

4th Edition
June 1, 2025
Tom Fenchel + 1 more
English

Bacterial Biogeochemistry: The Ecophysiology of Mineral Cycling, Fourth Edition discusses the influence of bacterial activity on the chemical environment of the biosphere. Following the success of previous editions, this update focuses on bacterial metabolism and its relevance to the environment, including the decomposition of soil, food chains, nitrogen fixation, assimilation, and reduction of carbon nitrogen and sulfur, and microbial symbiosis. All chapters have been revised and brought up-to-date in light of the many advances and discoveries that have taken place during the last decade. The scope of the new edition has broadened to provide a review of the processes and phenomena that are relevant for global change feedback loops and advances in bacterial biogeochemical cycles.

ESKAPE Pathogens

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
English

The global prevalence of infections caused by ESKAPE pathogens is increasing posing significant challenges for clinicians and public health officials. "ESKAPE Pathogens: Virulence, Resistance, and Management" provides comprehensive coverage on ESKAPE pathogens, including their virulence mechanisms, resistance patterns, and challenges in their management. The book offers the latest information on ESKAPE pathogens' pathogenicity, mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, and innovative approaches to manage these pathogens. It explores recent advancements in the field of genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics that could potentially provide valuable insights into the mechanisms and genetic basis of antibiotic resistance in ESKAPE pathogens. It also highlights the need for alternative treatment options and innovative management strategies to combat the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains. "ESKAPE Pathogens" is a helpful resource to researchers, clinicians, educators, industry professionals, and advanced students interested in the latest research and strategies for combating multidrug-resistant pathogens.

Marine Microbiome and Microbial Bioprospecting

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Manikkam Radhakrishnan + 3 more
English

"Marine Microbiome and Microbial Bioprospecting" comprehensively discusses the diversity of microbes present in various marine ecosystems, the bioprospecting potential, and how they can be utilized to derive bioproducts that benefit different fields and industries. The book leads off the discussion with an overview of marine microbes, their ex situ conservation, and the tools and techniques used to study marine microbial diversity and taxonomy. It also explores and details microorganisms in different marine ecosystems and considers how bioactive metabolites from diverse marine microorganisms can be harnessed to combat pathogens, be employed in industrial products, used in environmental remediation and degradation, and enhanced for agricultural and aquaculture applications. With contributions from experts in the field, "Marine Microbiome and Microbial Bioprospecting" aims to be a valuable resource for researchers and industry professionals in microbiology and biotechnology involved in finding lead molecules from marine microbial resources for wide-ranging application.

Fungal Macromolecule Applications in Life Sciences

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
English

“Fungal Macromolecule Applications in Life Sciences: Biological Activity and Medical, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications” provides a comprehensive guide to the diverse applications of fungal macromolecules, such as proteins, lipid carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. Chapters include an introduction to the background and importance of fungal macromolecules in various life science fields, followed by a detailed overview of the methods for isolating, characterizing, and assessing the structural and functional characteristics of fungal macromolecules. The book also explores the practical applications of fungal macromolecules in the biomedical, agricultural, and industry sectors. It explores potential uses of fungal macromolecules as pharmaceuticals, anti-cancer agents, and inhibitors of bacterial biofilm formation as well as in plant disease management, crop development, enzyme production, biosurfactants, and sustainable and functional food production. The book also examines the antimicrobial properties of fungal macromolecules and their role in managing disease and stimulating human immunology. This comprehensive and multidisciplinary coverage makes “Fungal Macromolecule Applications in Life Sciences” a valuable resource for scientists, professionals, and advanced students across various fields, including microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacology, agriculture, food science, and biomaterials, looking to enhance their understanding of fungal macromolecules in life sciences and bridge the gap between theory and practical application.

Navigating Endophytic Research for Next-Generation Therapeutics

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
English

“Navigating Endophytic Fungal Research for Next-Generation Therapeutics" explores the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of endophytic fungal research and their application in combating diseases, addressing environmental challenges, and in shaping the future of therapeutics. The book starts off with a discussion on the biodiversity and biogeography of endophytic fungal communities and describes the bioprospecting of endophytes for drug discovery. The book also covers the therapeutic application of endophytic fungi to treat and manage specific diseases. It then investigates the innovative use of technologies such as genome editing, genetic engineering for enhanced bioactivity, multi-omics-based exploration, and the use of big data and machine learning in endophytic drug discovery. Featuring contributions from experts across fields like mycology, pharmacology, biotechnology, and environment science, this comprehensive, practical, and insightful resource guides those engaged in endophytic fungal research and its transformative potential in next-generation therapeutics.

Ticks of the Middle East

1st Edition
May 1, 2025
Kosta Y. Mumcuoglu + 3 more
English

"Ticks of the Middle East: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical, and Veterinary Significance" consolidates knowledge of ticks and tick-borne diseases in the Middle East region with particular coverage on their taxonomy, ecology, and medical and veterinary significance. The book provides coverage of ticks in the Middle East region which includes discussions of specific species. It offers an overview of the classification, external morphology, biology, and ecology of ticks as well as the medical and veterinary significance of their impact. The book also discusses prevention and control strategies to prevent infestation and disease transmission. Authored by an international team of experts in the field, "Ticks of the Middle East" provide a concise and authoritative resource of tick species in the region.

Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases

1st Edition
May 1, 2025
English

"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 discusses the basics of human fungal pathogens and molecular basis of infection, antifungal drugs and their mechanism of action, application of nanoparticles in the delivery of antifungal agents and their roles in nanotechnology-based products for treatment of the fungal diseases, application of nanoparticles for the delivery of antifungal agents and their role in the treatment of various fungal diseases. It also explores various 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 tool for scientists, researchers, and medical personnel better understand fungal diseases in order to design and develop novel and accessible nano-based therapies for them.

Handbook of Immunoassay Technologies

2nd Edition
March 3, 2025
Sandeep K. Vashist + 1 more
English

Handbook of Immunoassay Technologies: Approaches, Performances, and Applications, Second Edition unravels the role of immunoassays in the biochemical sciences. During the last four decades, a wide range of immunoassays has been developed, ranging from conventional enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays to smartphone-based point-of-care formats. The advances in rapid biochemical procedures, novel biosensing schemes, fully integrated lab-on-a-chip platforms, prolonged biomolecular storage strategies, device miniaturization and interfacing, and emerging smart system technologies equipped with personalized mobile healthcare tools are paving the way to next-generation immunoassays and are all discussed in this comprehensive text. Revised and updated, the Second Edition of the Handbook of Immunoassay Technologies covers all the relevant, timely, and important future developments in this field. This edition offers new content on topics such as: antibody production for immunodiagnostics; mass spectroscopy-based immunoassays; multiplex immunoassays; Luminex xMAP technology-based immunoassays; immunoassays for newborn screening; biotin interference in immune-assays and strategies to tackle it; strategies for the prolonged stability of immunoreagents; bioanalytical tools for characterizing immunoreagents; and harmonization of immunoassays. The addition of these new topics makes the Second Edition a valuable, up-to-date, and comprehensive resource on immunoassays.