Lifecycles of Pathogenic Protists in Humans

This book covers important parasitic protists that infect humans, such as toxoplasmosis, malaria, cryptosporidiosis, leishmaniasis, amoebiasis, trichomoniasis, and giardiasis. It focuses on protist cell biology and uses light and electron microscopy to display morphological changes. It also provides transcriptome and proteome profiles to describe molecular changes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 618 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive volume delves into the realm of parasitic protists that have the potential to infect humans, encompassing a wide range of diseases such as toxoplasmosis, malaria, cryptosporidiosis, leishmaniasis, amoebiasis, trichomoniasis, and giardiasis. With a special emphasis on protist cell biology, readers from the field of microbiology will find immense value in the detailed discussions presented.

What sets these parasites apart is their unique structural and organelle characteristics, which differ significantly from those found in mammalian cells, despite both being classified as eukaryotic organisms. The book employs advanced imaging techniques, including light and electron microscopy, to vividly showcase the intricate morphological transformations that occur during the various stages of parasitic development.

To complement these visual insights, comprehensive transcriptome and proteome profiles are provided, offering a molecular-level understanding of how these changes unfold. This information is particularly valuable for researchers and clinicians working in the field of tropical medicine, as it provides essential background knowledge on these increasingly important pathogens.

By exploring the diverse aspects of parasitic protists and their impact on human health, this volume serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and healthcare professionals alike. It sheds light on the need for continued research and surveillance to combat these infectious diseases and improve public health outcomes.

Weight: 949g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030806842
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022