| Auteurs | Dennis Bamford & Mark Zuckerman |
| Taal | Engels |
| ISBN | 9780128145159 |
| Uitgever | Academic Press |
| Pagina's | 3500 |
| Formaat | 276 x 216 mm |
| Bindwijze | Hardcover |
| Afbeeldingen | Illustraties |
| Jaar van uitgave | 2021 |
Encyclopedia of Virology, Fourth Edition, builds on the solid foundation laid by the previous editions, expanding its reach with new and timely topics. In five volumes, the work provides comprehensive coverage of the whole virosphere, making this a unique resource. Content explores viruses present in the environment and the pathogenic viruses of humans, animals, plants and microorganisms.
Key areas and concepts concerning virus classification, structure, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention are discussed, guiding the reader through chapters that are presented at an accessible level, and include further readings for those needing more specific information. More than ever now, with the Covid19 pandemic, we are seeing the huge impact viruses have on our life and society. This encyclopedia is a must-have resource for scientists and practitioners, and a great source of information for the wider public.
Contents
Volume 1: The Virus as a Concept: Fundamentals of Virology
Volume 2: Viruses as Infectious Agents: Human and Animal Viruses
Volume 3: Viruses as Infectious Agents: Plant and Insect Viruses
Invertebrate Viruses
Plant Viruses
Volume 4: Viruses as Infectious Agents: Viruses Infecting Microbes
Archaeal Viruses
Fungal Viruses
Plant Viruses
Volume 5: Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Virus Infections
