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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.

  • Fungal Macromolecule Applications in Life Sciences

    Biological Activity and Medical, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Jameel R. Al-Obaidi + 2 more
    • 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 discusses 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.

  • Biosafety Level 4 (BSL4) – Virus research at the highest level of biosafety and biosecurity

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 122
    • English
    Advances in Virus Research, Volume 122 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including HERVs in cancer stem cells, Nomenclature for vertical, Modelling of vertically transmitted viruses, Vertical transmission of tomato viruses, and more.

  • Rabies

    Scientific Basis of the Disease and Its Management
    • 5th Edition
    • Alan C. Jackson + 1 more
    • English
    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.

  • Ticks of the Middle East

    Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical, and Veterinary Significance
    • 1st Edition
    • Kosta Y. Mumcuoglu + 3 more
    • English
    Ticks of the Middle East: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical and Veterinary Significance consolidates the knowledge of ticks and tick-borne diseases in the Middle East region, with particular emphasis on their taxonomy, synonyms, distribution, ecology, and medical and veterinary significance. This book explores the history of tick research and the geoclimatic conditions of Middle Eastern countries. It also provides distribution maps of each tick species within the Middle East region and a list of ticks found in each country. Written by an international team of experts in the field, Ticks of the Middle East: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology, Medical and Veterinary Significance provides a concise and authoritative resource on tick species in the region.

  • Advances in Parasitology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 127
    • English
    Advances in Parasitology, Volume 127 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. New sections in this release include Cystoisospora suis – the non-model model coccidium, Acarofauna of Neotropical reptiles and amphibians: integrative morphology, molecular studies and vector competence of zoonotic pathogens, The nematode family Cloacinidae (Strongyloidea), parasites of Australasian kangaroos, wallabies and wombats: From morphology and ecology to molecules, and more.

  • Biosafety Level 4 (BSL4) – Virus Research at the Highest Level of Biosafety and Biosecurity

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 121
    • English
    Biosafety Level 4 (BSL4) – Virus Research at the Highest Level of Biosafety and Biosecurity, Volume 121 highlights new advances, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on highly important topics such as Molecular virulence determinants of human-pathogenic filoviruses, Mucosal Sudan virus infection results in a lethal disease in ferrets with previous Lloviu virus infection not providing cross-protection, Transcriptional signatures of Ebola and Marburg virus infection in a Bat-Immune-System (BIS) mouse model, Divergences in the microbial inactivation pattern between vaporized hydrogen peroxide and aerosolized peracetic acid by dry fogging, and much more.Other chapters cover Molecular expressions in tissues and blood following Reston and Bundibugyo virus infection in swine, De novo rescue of new BSL4 henipaviruses - from sequence to pathogen, Semi-automated diagnostic RT-PCR as a screening assay for antiviral compounds in a 96-well format against highly pathogenic RNA viruses, and Relevance of studying virus – natural reservoir interactions: SNV in deer mice and LASV in Mastomys natalensis.

  • Adenoviral Vectors for Gene Therapy

    • 3rd Edition
    • David T. Curiel + 1 more
    • English
    Adenoviral Vectors for Gene Therapy, Third Edition, provides detailed, comprehensive coverage of gene delivery vehicles based on the adenovirus that is emerging as an important tool in gene therapy. These exciting new therapeutic agents have great potential for the treatment of disease, as platforms for gene therapy and gene editing, as well as for oncology approaches, making them class leading agents in the gene-advanced therapies arena.The fully updated and expanded third edition covers the basic biology of adenoviruses and highlights the potential use of adenoviral vectors for the treatment of disease, including their construction, propagation, and purification, cutting-edge vectorology, and the use of adenoviral vectors in preclinical animal models. The book also considers the regulatory issues surrounding human clinical gene therapy trials. New chapters include adenoviral vaccines for veterinary applications, adenoviruses for gene editing, nonhuman primate adenoviruses, COVID-19 vaccines, vaccine applications, and oncolytic adenoviruses for antitumor immunization. This broad scope of information provides a solid overview of the field, allowing the reader to gain a complete understanding of the development and use of adenoviral vectors.

  • Biodiversity, Bioengineering, and Biotechnology of Fungi

    • 1st Edition
    • Chakravarthula Manoharachary + 3 more
    • English
    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.

  • Brave Genomes

    Microbial Genome Plasticity in the Face of Environmental Challenge
    • 1st Edition
    • Silvia Bulgheresi
    • English
    **2026 PROSE Award Category Winner in Biomedicine and Neuroscience**The role of environmentally triggered genetic and epigenetic changes in microbial adaptation and evolution is still not broadly appreciated. Brave Genomes: Microbial Genome Plasticity in the Face of Environmental Challenge narrates how microorganisms cope with environmental changes including unanticipated ones. Although it does comprise eukaryotes, it focuses on bacteria and – whenever possible – on archaea.Among the environmentally sensitive sources of genome plasticity, the book treats tandem repeats, mutagenic break repair, transcription-associ... mutagenesis and transposable elements. Additionally, it deals with epigenetic mechanisms such as DNA methylation and regulatory RNA-based systems. These not only regulate the activity of mobile DNA, they can also synergize with it. In closing, symbiosis and genetic noise are also discussed as possible sources of phenotypic plasticity.Brave Genomes emphasizes the role of the environment in generating genotypic and phenotypic diversity. This emerges, in turn, as the most efficient response to challenging conditions.

  • Navigating Endophytic Research for Next-Generation Therapeutics

    • 1st Edition
    • Vagish Dwibedi + 3 more
    • English
    Navigating Endophytic Research for Next-Generation Therapeutics explores the evolving field of endophytic fungal research and applications 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. In addition, it covers the therapeutic application of endophytic fungi to treat and manage specific diseases and 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.

  • Applications of Nanotherapeutics and Nanotheranostics in Managing Infectious Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Anoop Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    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.

  • Handbook of Immunoassay Technologies

    Approaches, Performances, and Applications
    • 2nd Edition
    • 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 the conventional enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays to the smartphone-based point-of-care formats. The book discusses how 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 that have paved the way for next-generation immunoassays.Revised and updated, the second edition of Handbook of Immunoassay Technologies: Approaches, Performances, and Applications covers all the relevant, timely, and important developments in the field. This edition offers new content on topics such as antibody production for immunodiagnostics, multiplex immunoassays, chemiluminescent immunoassays, immunoassays for newborn screening, and immunoassays of viruses like SARS-CoV-2, HIV, Ebola, and Hepatitis C. The addition of these new topics as well as up-to-date content make the second edition a valuable and comprehensive resource on immunoassays.

  • Trichomonas vaginalis

    Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment
    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Khare + 1 more
    • English
    Trichomonas Vaginalis: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment provides up-to-date knowledge about Trichomoniasis, the most prevalent and neglected non-viral sexually transmitted infection that can result in compromised reproductive health. The book discusses its epidemiology, the pathogenesis of disease, the mechanisms involved in the host immune response, clinical manifestations, and its impact on reproductive health. In addition, it also describes the new insights and challenges involved in the identification of promising drug targets and examines current diagnostic tools and therapies against Trichomonas vaginalis infection.In summary, the book provides comprehensive coverage of this neglected protozoan parasite and the sexually transmitted infection it causes. It is a valuable resource to researchers and scientists who are working on male and female reproductive disorders caused by Trichomonas vaginalis.

  • Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Ashfaq Ahmad + 1 more
    • English
    Algal-based functional foods have potential health benefits, and their commercial value depends on their application in the food and nutraceutical industries. Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications provides a comprehensive overview of different micro- and macroalgal species, their industrial production processes, and the latest advancements in and applications of algae in biomedical fields.This book describes advances in the biomedical and nutritional applications of algae achieved during the last decade, identifies gaps in the present knowledge, and proposes research areas for the future. This book covers various aspects of algal biotechnology, from the basics to large-scale cultivation, harvesting, and processing, for a variety of high-value bioproducts. Additionally, it also covers topics such as algal biomaterials, algal medicinal foods, algal production for bio-medicine, as well as applications in pharmaceutical, nutritional, and value-added bioproducts. With contributions from an international array of expert researchers in the field, this book is a comprehensive resource for academics, researchers, postgraduates, graduate students, and industry professionals.

  • Neuropsychiatric Complications of HIV

    A Challenging Health Concern
    • 1st Edition
    • Anchal Singh
    • English
    Neuropsychiatric Complications of HIV: A Challenging Health Concern examines these neuropsychiatric complications prevalent in those who are HIV positive, providing clinical correlation, translational significance, and details guides to neurocognitive assessment, brain imaging, and related neuropharmacology. Written for clinicians, researchers, and students working with HIV and AIDS, the book begins with the biology of HIV, a complete look at available ARTs and antibodies, as well as diagnostics tools for HIV.It continues on to the epidemiology of NeuroAIDs and the manifestations of it—cognitive deficits, dementia, depression, agitation, psychosis, and cognitive slowing.

  • Fungal Biotechnology

    Industrial Applications and Market Potential
    • 1st Edition
    • Ram Sarup Singh + 1 more
    • English
    Fungal Biotechnology: Industrial Applications and Market Potential provides a comprehensive and holistic review on the uses of filamentous fungi in food, agriculture, and pharmaceutical industries. In addition to genetic and metabolic engineering approaches for heterologous proteins production in fungi, the book focuses on fungi as a source of bioactive compounds like enzymes, polysaccharides, alkaloids, glycoproteins, and phytohormones. It describes recent trends in the use of fungi for solid waste management and its subsequent conversion into value added products.As a complete guide on the broad uses of microfungi in different industrial sectors while maintaining a sustainable environment, this book is a beneficial resource for students, researchers, and scientists as an effective means of imparting knowledge on the current trends and future perspectives in the field of fungal biotechnology.

  • Understanding the Pandemic

    Pathophysiology, Transmission, and Treatment of COVID-19
    • 1st Edition
    • Shampa Chatterjee + 7 more
    • English
    Understanding the Pandemic: Pathophysiology, Transmission, and Treatment of COVID-19 aims to cover all aspects of COVID-19 infection from the virus, transmission, pathogenesis, immune-inflammation response, systemic injury, organ damage, associated factors, and comorbidities that drive mortality. Organized into ten sections, the book aims to provide a comprehensive examination of the impact of COVID-19. The book begins a review of coronaviruses, their structure and mechanism of action. The book goes on to discuss the immune response to the virus and its effect on various organs. It examines clinical cases based on an observations and postmortem studies.Other topics include the long-term effects of COVD-19, vaccines, and public health response.

  • Microbial Applications of Nitrifiers and Denitrifiers in Industrial Wastewater Treatment

    • 1st Edition
    • Maulin P. Shah + 2 more
    • English
    Microbial Applications of Nitrifiers and Denitrifiers in Industrial Wastewater Treatment describes the biotechnological processes (nitrification, oxidation and denitrification) to remove ammonia from wastewater, protecting the environment and human health. The book describes the microbiology and biotechnological applications of the nitrification and denitrification process and gives further insight into those processes while also outlining recent advances, mainstream and unconventional applications, strategy, and future prospects. In addition, it systematically summarizes up-to-date studies on the effect of various operational factors on the nitrogen removal performance along with reactor types, mode of operation (batch or continuous), and cultured anammox bacterial species.This book is a valuable resource for researchers in applied microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, environmental science, and all those who wish to broaden their knowledge in the field.

  • Advances in Virus Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 120
    • English
    Advances in Virus Research, Volume 120, the latest release in this esteemed series, presents the latest research and developments in viruses.

  • Unveiling the Proteolytic Networks of Parasites

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 126
    • English
    Unveiling the Proteolytic Networks of Parasites, Volume 125 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 Bioinformatic analysis of proteases across multiple helminth species: a case study using Wormbase, UniProt and Merops databases, Proteasomes of parasites, Proteases of Trematodes as a promising drug targets-tentative title, Astacins, and metalloproteases in nematodes, and Proteases of bloodfeeding arthropods.

  • Postbiotics

    Health and Industry
    • 1st Edition
    • Dhanasekaran Dharumadurai + 1 more
    • English
    Postbiotics: Health and Industry provides a detailed overview on the fundamentals, biological and therapeutic properties, safety, and application of postbiotics in health and industry. Sections cover the fundamentals of postbiotics, which include insights on probiotic microorganisms, postbiotics, and host–microbe interaction, analysis, and characterization of postbiotics. The book goes on to delve into the different types of postbiotics and their mechanisms. Remaining sections explore various health, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications of postbiotics.

  • Ectoparasitic Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • James H. Diaz
    • English
    Ectoparasitic Diseases provides information on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ectoparasitic conditions caused by arthropods of medical importance. The book discusses the manner in which arthropod ectoparasites threaten human health by bodily infestations, covering specific ectoparasites and the vector-borne infectious diseases transmitted by each. Chapters offer definitions, epidemiology, diagnosis, clinical manifestations, therapeutic treatments, and preventive measures. In addition, the book examines the public health, socioeconomic, and psychological impact from ectoparasitic infections.This book offers comprehensive coverage to researchers, practitioners, and advanced students studying ectoparasitic vector-borne diseases.

  • Endophytic Fungi

    The Full Story of the Untapped Treasure
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmed M. Abdel Azeem + 2 more
    • English
    Endophytic Fungi: The Full Story of the Untapped Treasure covers the developments in endophytic fungal research from beginning to the end by the eminent researchers involved in the field. It sheds light on the endophytic fungal current research, challenges, and future possibilities, the trending recent topics in the plant-fungal endophytes' biodynamics for sustainable development of bioproducts and its applications are supported in large-scale biosynthesis of industrially and pharmaceutical important biomolecules.Endophy... Fungi: The Full Story of the Untapped Treasure highlights the bioprospecting and applied aspects of endophytic fungal communities from diverse hosts and discusses the practical applications of such endophytes in detail. It also reviews recent strategies on alternative sustainable sources of medicines such as secondary metabolites of fungi instead of over collection of plants under prohibiting of biodiversity conventions. The uniqueness of this book is the inclusion of updated bioinformatics-based strategies and its importance in bioactive molecules produced by endophytic fungi. The book addresses one of the most eminent issues in this field: how to translate the potential that endophytic fungi hold in stable practical application.

  • Advances in Parasitology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 125
    • English
    Advances in Parasitology, Volume 125 provides detailed and comprehensive reviews written by experts covering all aspects of parasitology. Chapters in this new release include New directions for malaria vector control using geography and geospatial analysis, PfEMP1 – Still of key importance in Plasmodium falciparum malaria immunity and pathogenesis, and Fish Ectoparasite Detection, Collection and Curation.

  • Microbial Genomics: Clinical, Pharmaceutical, and Industrial Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Huseyin Tombuloglu + 1 more
    • English
    Microbial Genomics: Clinical, Pharmaceutical and Industrial Applications focuses on the various applications of microbial genomics in clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial fields. The book consists of four parts devoted to bacterial, viral, and fungal genomics, as well as their applications in clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial fields. Chapters are written by experts in their respective disciplines and are tightly organized with an introduction to detailed descriptions, available software implementation, applications, advanced topics, summaries, analytic questions, exercises, and suggested readings. Throughout this book, the latest genomics and biotechnological developments and discoveries as well as open problems and future challenges on microbial genomics are highlighted. Readers will be introduced to state-of-the-art developments and trends of microbial genomics, its clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

  • Metabolomics for Personalized Vaccinology

    • 1st Edition
    • Mahbuba Rahman
    • English
    Metabolomics for Personalized Vaccinology provides insight into the importance of personalized vaccines in the clinical and research environments. It explores the development of personalized vaccines, which requires in-depth knowledge of the patient’s health status, particularly the immune system, and on metabolomics, the closest indicator of the disease phenotype. Specifically, the book provides an understanding of how metabolomics might be employed in personalized vaccinology and how the metabolic pathway of the host’s system is altered by vaccine administration.Over the past few years, researchers have published articles on personalized vaccines, but these are sparse. Therefore, compiling information on this topic gives the reader an overview of the progress of the field, despite being at its infancy.Metabolomics for Personalized Vaccinology is ideally suited for researchers and postgraduate students who are interested in clinical and nonclinical studies where metabolites are used for the identification of disease and therapeutic targets.

  • Diagnosis and Analysis of COVID-19 using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning-Based Techniques

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Sufian Badar + 4 more
    • English
    Diagnosis and Analysis of COVID-19 using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning-Based Techniques offers new insights and demonstrates how machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and (Internet of Things (IoT) can be used to diagnose and fight COVID-19 infection. Sections also discuss the challenges we face in using these technologies. Chapters cover pathogenesis, transmission, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for COVID-19, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Blockchain /IoT Blockchain technology, examining how AI can be applied as a tool for detection and containment of the spread of COVID-19, and on the socioeconomic and educational post-pandemic impacts of the disease.This is a multidisciplinary resource for those engaged in researching COVID-19 and how emerging technologies are being used as tools for detection, transmission and treatment strategies.

  • Aquaculture Virology

    • 2nd Edition
    • Frederick S.B. Kibenge + 1 more
    • English
    In 2018, the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses (ICTV) approved significant changes leading to a comprehensive taxonomic scheme, allowing the global organization of the virus world (also known as virus megataxonomy). Aquaculture Virology, Second Edition updates the current knowledge on aquatic animal viruses so that all virus families (including those with many newly discovered aquatic animal viruses and those with previously unclassified aquatic animal viruses that have been now assigned) are available under one cover, increasing the number of book chapters from 37 in the first edition to 44 chapters in the second edition. The aims, philosophy, target audience, focus, and format of this second edition of Aquaculture Virology remain unchanged. Like the first edition, this book is a systematic and concise resource useful to anyone involved with or looking to move into aquaculture and fisheries. Clinical veterinarians, aquaculture disease practitioners, biologists, farmers, and all those in industry, government, or academia interested in aquatic animal virology will find this book extremely useful.

  • Genetics and Evolution of Infectious Diseases

    • 3rd Edition
    • Michel Tibayrenc
    • English
    Genetics and Evolution of Infectious Diseases, Third Edition discusses the evolving field of infectious diseases and their continued impact on the health of populations, especially in resource-limited areas of the world where they must confront the dual burden of death and disability due to infectious and chronic illnesses. Although substantial gains have been made in public health interventions for the treatment, prevention, and control of infectious diseases, in recent decades the world has witnessed the emergence of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing antimicrobial resistance, and the emergence of many new bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral pathogens.Fully updated and revised, this new edition presents the consequences of such diseases, the evolution of infectious diseases, the genetics of host-pathogen relationship, and the control and prevention strategies that are, or can be, developed. This book offers valuable information to biomedical researchers, clinicians, public health practitioners, decisions-makers, and students and postgraduates studying infectious diseases, microbiology, medicine, and public health that is relevant to the control and prevention of neglected and emerging worldwide diseases.

  • Pili in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis

    Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Advances
    • 1st Edition
    • Ali Akbar Velayati + 1 more
    • English
    Pili in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis: Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Advances discusses the types of pili produced by the tuberculosis-causing bacterium, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB). The book examines the structure of pili shown under electron and atomic force microscopy and, by using whole genome sequencing, outlines the importance of pili in MTB. It also explores the role of pili in bacteria–host interactions and in drug development and delivery.The book provides an overview of the structure, synthesis, and function of pili in bacteria. This includes taxonomy and the role of pili in diseases. It also examines the structure of pili and the preparation of MTB for electronic and atomic microscopy. It explores the various life cycles of pili, the susceptibility patterns of MTB, the differences of pili formation in MTB, and their role in increase surveillance. It goes on to discuss the expression and function of pili using whole genome sequencing and PCR-based methods and delves into bacteria–host interactions. Lastly, it explores the development of new drugs and their therapeutic delivery by pili.

  • Evolving Landscape of Molecular Diagnostics

    Applications and Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Mrutyunjay Suar + 2 more
    • English
    Evolving Landscape of Molecular Diagnostics: Applications and Techniques presents cutting-edge reviews on current and emerging technologies in the diagnosis of microbial infections. The book discusses the fundamentals of Molecular Diagnostics for bacteria, fungi, viruses and a variety of state-of-the-art diagnostics tools and techniques for obtaining qualitative and quantitative results. It includes topics such as Next generation sequencing and application of "OMICS" for early disease diagnosis. Sections cover the entire spectrum of emerging diagnostic tools and techniques, as well as the principles, pros and cons of each method and applications for diagnosis of infectious disease in plants, humans and veterinary. This is a resource for both researchers and students working in clinical microbiology, infectious biology, applied life sciences and scientists working in the clinical diagnostic industry.

  • Advances in Virus Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 119
    • English
    Advances in Virus Research, Volume 119, the latest release in this esteemed series, presents the latest research and developments in viruses.

  • Features, Transmission, Detection, and Case Studies in COVID-19

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Rajendram + 2 more
    • English
    Features, Transmission, Detection, and Case Studies in COVID-19 examines the effects of the virus on the body, as well as its transmission and clinical profile. This volume begins with an introduction to the virus and its pathogenesis, transmission, and avoidance, followed by sections on pulmonary and cardiovascular effects, obesity, diabetes, the liver, detection issues, and biomarkers. Vaccines and treatment are also discussed. Specific case studies covered include hypoxia, acute kidney injury, pneumonia, and neurological effects. This volume is relevant for all clinicians and scientists working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19.

  • Management, Body Systems, and Case Studies in COVID-19

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Rajendram + 3 more
    • English
    Management, Body Systems, and Case Studies in COVID-19 describes the assessment and treatment of patients infected with the novel coronavirus that causes the varied symptoms of COVID-19. Detailing this multisystem disease and the organs and tissues affected, this volume features chapters on several body systems. Conditions affecting the respiratory, hematological, hepatobiliary, renal, gastrointestinal, nervous, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular systems are addressed. The fundamental role of telemedicine during the pandemic is also discussed. This volume is relevant for all clinicians and scientists working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19.

  • Pathogenic Viruses and Armamentarium Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Pathogenic Viruses and Armamentarium Design covers the latest developments in viral target elucidation and viral control using wet and dry lab strategies. The control and combat strategies and their implementation compiled in this book are invaluable in aiding the understanding of viral disease progression and for designing new strategies against existing and evolving viruses.This important resource is a comprehensive compilation of antiviral approaches designed and devised using computational and other laboratory techniques. This book is a useful reference for scientists, researchers, industry professionals, advanced students, and postgraduates in virology, biotechnology, infection biology, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences who engaged in the study of pathogenic virus and the development of prophylactics and therapeutics against viral infection.

  • Linking Neuroscience and Behavior in COVID-19

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Rajendram + 3 more
    • English
    Linking Neuroscience and Behavior in COVID-19 examines the effect of both the virus and the pandemic on behavior and mental health. Chapters look at the burden of the COVID-19 pandemic on those with pre-existing conditions, including Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. The ongoing consequences of the pandemic on the mental health of the broad populace are discussed. As well as the neurological effects of the virus itself, chapters discuss psychological concerns including depression and anxiety. Finally, the chapters also include aspects relevant to managing care and the treatment of conditions. A broad range of conditions preceding, caused by, or emerging for the first time during the pandemic are also detailed.

  • International and Life Course Aspects of COVID-19

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Rajendram + 2 more
    • English
    International and Life Course Aspects of COVID-19 describes the nuances and international variations of COVID-19 in different populations and age groups. This volume details those differences in chapters examining the effects of the virus at different life stages, including newborns, children, adolescents, and older populations. Consideration of the age-specific effects of COVID-19 on the brain are a major focus unique to this resource. International observations and global outcomes are also described. This volume is relevant for all clinicians working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19 worldwide.

  • Thematic Approaches to COVID-19

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Rajendram + 3 more
    • English
    Features, Transmission, Detection, and Case Studies in COVID-19 examines the effects of the virus on the body, as well as its transmission and clinical profile. This volume begins with an introduction to the virus and its pathogenesis, transmission, and avoidance, followed by sections on pulmonary and cardiovascular effects, obesity, diabetes, the liver, detection issues, and biomarkers. Vaccines and treatment are also discussed. Specific case studies covered include hypoxia, acute kidney injury, pneumonia, and neurological effects. This volume is relevant for all clinicians and scientists working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19.Linking Neuroscience and Behavior in COVID-19 examines the effect of both the virus and the pandemic on behavior and mental health. Chapters look at the burden of the COVID-19 pandemic on those with pre-existing conditions, including Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis. The ongoing consequences of the pandemic on the mental health of the broad populace are discussed. As well as the neurological effects of the virus itself, chapters discuss psychological concerns including depression and anxiety. Finally, the chapters also include aspects relevant to managing care and the treatment of conditions. A broad range of conditions preceding, caused by, or emerging for the first time during the pandemic are also detailed.Internation... and Life Course Aspects of COVID-19 describes the nuances and international variations of COVID-19 in different populations and age groups. This volume details those differences in chapters examining the effects of the virus at different life stages, including newborns, children, adolescents, and older populations. Consideration of the age-specific effects of COVID-19 on the brain are a major focus unique to this resource. International observations and global outcomes are also described. This volume is relevant for all clinicians working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19 worldwide.Management... Body Systems, and Case Studies in COVID-19 describes the assessment and treatment of patients infected with the novel coronavirus that causes the varied symptoms of COVID-19. Detailing this multisystem disease and the organs and tissues affected, this volume features chapters on several body systems. Conditions affecting the respiratory, hematological, hepatobiliary, renal, gastrointestinal, nervous, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular systems are addressed. The fundamental role of telemedicine during the pandemic is also discussed. This volume is relevant for all clinicians and scientists working to ensure the best outcomes for patients with COVID-19.

  • Bioactive Microbial Metabolites

    Scope and Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Vaibhav Mishra + 2 more
    • English
    Bioactive Microbial Metabolites: Scope and Challenges not only focuses on the identification, separation and purification of bioactive metabolites, the book also provides an understanding of the metabolic pathways for bioactive metabolites production that play an important role in modern healthcare as frontline treatments for many diseases. This is a valuable reference for research students, academicians and scientists in environmental microbiology and biotechnology, and for industry personnel related to microbiology/ biotechnology. The science discussed herein plays an important role in expanding the market of antibiotics, food and agriculture but also offers eco-friendly, safer and profitable solutions to respective industries.

  • Advances in Parasitology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 124
    • English
    Advances in Parasitology Volume 124, the latest release in this esteemed series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new release including chapters on Geomorphological determinants and geospatial analyses of mosquito habitat for control and elimination studies of malaria in Africa, Immunology and Pathology of Echinostomes and other Intestinal Trematodes, PfEMP1 – Still of key importance in Plasmodium falciparum malaria immunity and pathogenesis, and more.

  • Bioreactor Design Concepts for Viral Vaccine Production

    • 1st Edition
    • Surajbhan Sevda + 1 more
    • English
    Bioreactor Design Concepts for Viral Vaccine Production covers a range of interdisciplinary chapters from the engineering perspective of bioreactor design to the biotechnological perspectives of vector design for vaccine development. The book covers bioreactor concepts such as static systems, single-use systems, stirred tanks, perfusion, wave and packed-beds. It reviews options for efficient and economical production of human vaccines and discusses basic factors relevant for viral antigen production in mammalian cells, avian cells, and insect cells. This book will be a great resource for those interested in implemented novel bioreactor design or experimental schemes towards intensified or/and enhanced vaccine production.

  • Advanced Biologic Drugs and Manufacturing Process

    • 1st Edition
    • Basanta Kumara Behera
    • English
    Advanced Biologic Drugs and Manufacturing Process explains biologic drugs, their pharmaceutical charters, and their significance in curing life-threatening chronic diseases. It also provides the latest information on the use of biological drugs for the treatment of numerous diseases and conditions and their most advanced therapies available, including how biologics have impacted cancer therapy, delayed or reversed the course of immune-related conditions, and changed the lives of those with rare chronic diseases. In addition, the book explains how immunotherapy is used for the treatment of diseases by activating or suppressing the immune system.Scientists working on the front lines in the biotechnology industry are provided with an overview on stable production processes and how to monitor the value chain transfer process of biologic drug for better return, in terms of profit. The book also helps researchers and academics on how to develop and update protocols related to testing, quality control, and quality assurance to obtain highly purified biopharmaceuticals or vaccines.

  • An Introduction to the Microbiome in Health and Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji + 3 more
    • English
    The gut microbiome plays a very important role in your health. It controls digestion and has a beneficial impact on your immune system and other aspects of health. An Introduction to the Microbiome in Health and Diseases is a prelude to subsequent books on this topic which provides in-depth coverage on the microbiome from basic to clinical microbiology. This introductory volume offers an overview on the microbiome and explores the role of the human microbiome in health and disease outcomes. It examines the compositional structure and molecular approaches to microbiome characterization and identification. Additional coverage also includes an introduction to animal microbiomes, plant microbiomes, epigenetic programming, gut microbiota and the impact of diet and exercise, as well as the relationship between the microbiome and COVID-19.

  • Falciparum Malaria

    Diagnostic Tools, Therapeutic Advances, and Future Opportunities
    • 1st Edition
    • Tabish Qidwai
    • English
    Falciparum Malaria: Diagnostic Tools, Therapeutic Advances, and Future Opportunities discusses the current state of therapeutic options for malaria, antimalarial drugs and drug targets. The book also covers recent progress in the development of vaccines and other approaches for malaria treatment, prevention and control and explores diagnostic tools and biomarkers. Sections examine potential biomarkers and their applications, molecular diagnostic tools, multi-omic approaches for the characterization of therapeutic action of potential new antimalarials, therapeutic advances in falciparum malaria, antimalarial drugs, targeting parasite apicoplast for antimalarial drug discovery, cellular and adjunctive therapies for malaria treatment, and future opportunities. With contributions from experts in the field, this book is an ideal resource for academics, researchers, graduates and industry engaged in malaria research, its diagnosis, and treatment.

  • Microbial Biofilms

    Role in Human Infectious Diseases
    • 1st Edition
    • Mukesh Kumar Yadav + 2 more
    • English
    Microbial biofilms are serious problem in medical settings as they are associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Infection related to biofilms not only increases recovery time, but also escalates the cost of disease management. Biofilms are intrinsically resistant to antibiotics and evade human defense mechanisms. In addition, the close proximity of microbes within biofilms promotes genetic transformation, facilitating the acquisition of antibiotic-resistant genes and leading to an increased prevalence of diseases associated with resistance. Fortunately, with advances in science and technology, novel strategies are being utilized to mitigate the impact of biofilms on human health.Microbial Biofilms: Role in Human Infectious Diseases focuses on new and emerging concepts in microbial biofilm research. It explores topics such as the mechanisms of biofilm formation, biofilm-induced pathogenesis, biofilm detection and diagnosis, gene exchange within biofilms, strategies to control microbial biofilms, and the burden of biofilm-associated infections. Additionally, the book highlights the various antibiofilm strategies, such as surface coating, signal quenching, novel compounds that can be translated to curb biofilm-associated infections, and the escalation of antimicrobial resistance determinants.

  • Recent Developments in Nanomaterial-based Sensing of Human Pathogens

    • 1st Edition
    • Seshadri Reddy Ankireddy + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Developments in Nanomaterial-based Sensing of Human Pathogens is a comprehensive book providing recent insights into nanomaterial-based sensing of human pathogens. The chapters cover diverse topics, including nanosensor analytical properties, the intersection of nanosensors and biological markers in pathogenic diseases, nanodevices in neurological infections, foodborne pathogen detection, viral and bacterial biomarkers, fungal disease diagnostics, mycoplasma-triggered inflammation, protozoan diseases, and mycoplasma clinical detection. This book serves as a valuable resource showcasing cutting-edge advancements in nanotechnology for pathogen detection, contributing to improved diagnosis and disease management across various domains.

  • Microbial Essentialism

    An Industrial Prospective
    • 1st Edition
    • Raghvendra Pratap Singh + 4 more
    • English
    Microbial Essentialism: An Industrial Prospective refers to properties specifically possessed by microbes, including the secretion of metabolites which make them unique. These microorganisms can be commercially exploited for beneficial purposes such as the production of whole microbial cells, for products for direct use, or as starting raw materials in the manufacture of other commercial products. The book reviews the newest techniques, approaches, and options in the use of microorganisms for the manufacture of industrially important products such as pharmaceuticals, industrial enzymes, chemicals, proteins, foods and beverages, and fuels. Additional sections cover fundamental principles of established and innovative industrial microbiology and biotechnology processes and products while also discussing industrial microorganisms and the technology required for large-scale cultivation and isolation of fermentation products.

  • Advances in Virus Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 118
    • English
    Advances in Virus Research, Volume 118 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as HCMV-encoded GPCRs in infection, disease, and pathogenesis, Defense signaling pathways in resistance to plant viruses: crosstalk and finger pointing, and Pathogenesis of neuroinvasive flaviviruses.

  • Advances in Parasitology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 123
    • English
    Advances in Parasitology, Volume 123, the latest release in this ongoing series, includes medical studies of parasites of major influence, along with reviews of more traditional areas, such as zoology, taxonomy, and life history.

  • Systems Biology Approaches for Host-Pathogen Interaction Analysis

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohd. Tashfeen Ashraf + 2 more
    • English
    Application and utilization of data science approaches has revolutionized scientific research including host–pathogen interaction analyses. Host–pathogen interactions are generally considered highly specific interactions, resulting in a variety of consequences. Data science approaches coupled with network biology has taken host–pathogen interaction analysis from specific interaction to a new paradigm of understanding the consequences of these interactions within a biological network. Unfortunately, basic biological researchers are mostly unaware of these advancements. Conversely, data scientists are not familiar with biological aspects of such data.Systems Biology Approaches for Host–Pathogen Interaction Analyses benefits biological researchers by expanding the scope of their research and utilization of their accumulated data using recent technological advancements. In addition, the book also opens avenues for bioinformatics and computer science researchers to utilize their expertise in biologically meaningful ways.

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