{"product_id":"essential-human-virology-9780323905657","title":"Essential Human Virology","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe book \"Essential Human Virology, Second Edition\" focuses on the structure and classification of viruses, transmission, replication strategies, and notable diseases caused by them. It also discusses pathogenesis, immune response, vaccines, anti-viral drugs, gene therapy, and viral diagnosis assays. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 416 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 April 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Elsevier Science \u0026amp; Technology\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second edition of Essential Human Virology delves into the intricate world of viruses, encompassing their structure, classification, transmission, and replication strategies. This comprehensive textbook offers a detailed exploration of various viruses, including influenza, HIV, hepatitis viruses, poliovirus, herpesviruses, and emerging and dangerous viruses. Each chapter focuses on notable and recognizable viruses, shedding light on the diseases they cause, such as the devastating impact of influenza, the global health crisis posed by HIV, the widespread devastation caused by hepatitis viruses, the societal challenges of poliovirus, the persistent presence of herpesviruses, and the emerging threats posed by emerging and dangerous viruses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to examining the causes of disease, the book delves into the complex mechanisms by which viruses evade the immune system, the development of vaccines and anti-viral drugs, the potential of gene therapy for treating viral infections, the beneficial uses of viruses in various fields, such as agriculture and biotechnology, and the techniques employed in research laboratories and viral diagnosis assays.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure its relevance and accuracy, the second edition of Essential Human Virology has undergone a thorough revision and update. It includes new chapters on coronaviruses, nonliving infectious agents, and notable non-human viruses, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the field. This book serves as a valuable resource for students pursuing careers in medicine, biology, microbiology, and public health, equipping them with a solid foundation in virology and enabling them to address the challenges posed by viruses in today's world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1090g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 276 x 216 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780323905657\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JenniferLouten","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44096302252282,"sku":"9780323905657","price":57.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1661526602493_book.jpg?v=1661605859","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/essential-human-virology-9780323905657","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}