RNA Viruses and Neurological Disorders

This book provides an accessible introduction to RNA viruses and their infectious outcomes in the central nervous system (CNS). It covers the major RNA viruses, their impact on the CNS, and the similarities and differences in pathological outcomes. It is aimed at neuroscience students and postgraduates, as well as professionals interested in virus-associated neuropathology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 11 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume provides an accessible introduction to RNA viruses and the infectious outcomes they cause in the central nervous system (CNS). It delves into the major RNA viruses, their impact on the CNS, and the similarities and differences in pathological outcomes observed. Whether you are a neuroscientist, student, researcher, or clinician, this timely coverage will greatly benefit you.

The understanding of viruses, particularly RNA viruses, and their pathological effects is rapidly evolving. The intricate molecular interactions between viruses and the CNS cell types in the human host remain largely unexplored. This book aims to shed light on these mechanisms by presenting concise case studies that summarize the cellular and molecular pathways governing the pathological outcomes of RNA virus infection in the various cell types of the human brain, including neurons, endothelial cells, astrocytes, and resident immune cells.

By gaining insights into these cellular and molecular processes, readers will be able to comprehend how specific defects in different cell types affect brain function and lead to poor clinical outcomes. The book is primarily designed for neuroscience students and postgraduates seeking to gain a deeper understanding of virology. However, it is also valuable for professionals interested in learning more about virus-associated neuropathology. A basic knowledge of cell and molecular biology is assumed, but readers from various scientific, technological, engineering, and mathematics disciplines will find this topical and timely publication of great interest.

Weight: 566g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032259567