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Human Virology
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Viruses Are Some Of The Simplest Infectious Agents On The Planet, Yet Can Cause Severe And Even Lifethreatening Diseases In All Forms Of Life Including Humans. Despite Relying On Host Cells In Order To Replicate, Viruses Can Be Capable Of Extremely Rapid Reproduction And Very Effective Transmission From One Person To Another. Because Of This, They Have Historically Represented A Significant Proportion Of The Disease Burden Affecting Humans, In Addition To A Number Of New High Profile Diseases Which Have Emerged In The Last Century. However, On A More Positive Note, The Only Two Diseases To Have Ever Been Eradicated By Mankind Were Both Viruses, Giving Hope That In The Future More Viruses Can Be Eliminated.Human Virology Provides A Vivid Introduction To This Fascinating Field, By Incorporating Both The Molecular And Clinical Aspects Of The Subject. The General Principles And Properties Of Viruses Are Covered In The First Part Of The Text, While Part Two Provides A Survey Of The Different Virus Families And The Human Diseases They Cause. Finally, The Book Concludes With Some Of The More Practical Aspects Of The Subject, Such As Immunization, Antiviral Chemotherapy And Laboratory Techniques.Throughout The Text, Case Studies Bring The Subject To Life By Providing A Unique Perspective From Real Practicing Doctors. In Addition New 'Hot Topic' Boxes Have Been Incorporated Into This Edition, Featuring Current Important Areas Of Research. Little Prior Knowledge Is Assumed, Making Human Virology The Perfect Text For Those Students New To The Subject.The Online Resource Centre To Accompany Human Virology Features:For Students:Dtmultiplechoice Questions For Selfdirected Learningdtweb Links To Online Animations And Videosfor Lecturers:Dtfigures From The Book In Electronic Format, Ready To Download
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- Q: What is 'Human Virology' about? A: Human Virology provides an introduction to the field of virology, covering both molecular and clinical aspects of viruses and the diseases they cause in humans.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Human Virology'? A: The book is authored by Leslie Collier.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the general principles of viruses, different virus families, human diseases, immunization, antiviral treatments, and laboratory techniques.
- Q: Is 'Human Virology' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book assumes little prior knowledge, making it ideal for students new to the subject.
- Q: What features are included in the Online Resource Centre? A: The Online Resource Centre includes multiple-choice questions for self-learning and web links to online animations and videos.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Human Virology' have? A: The book contains 48 pages.
- Q: When was 'Human Virology' published? A: The book was published on August 1, 2016.
- Q: What edition of 'Human Virology' is this? A: This is the 5th edition of 'Human Virology'.
- Q: Are there practical aspects covered in the book? A: Yes, the book covers practical aspects such as immunization and laboratory techniques.