Buch, Englisch, 484 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 1065 g
Buch, Englisch, 484 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 1065 g
ISBN: 978-0-8493-2951-7
Verlag: CRC Press
The shock following the recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the UK dispelled the notion that this disease was permanently under control and could be forgotten. FMD proved to be an endemic disease in many countries and continues to pose a major threat to animal health worldwide. The development of more effective and socially acceptable diagnosis and control measures is essential to effectively combat this devastating virus.
Foot and Mouth Disease: Current Perspectives benefits researchers by presenting the latest developments resulting from the upsurge in data concerning this disease. Interdisciplinary in its approach, this book offers the first coherent picture of emerging strategies for diagnosis and control. With contributions from respected FMD researchers worldwide, this volume provides comprehensive coverage of the entire spectrum of FMD issues.
Topics include genome organization, translation and replication of FMD virus RNA, proteinases, virus particles, clinical signs of FMD, and much more. This book delivers essential information for everyone with an interest in FMD, such as virologists, molecular biologists, biotechnologists, veterinarians, and pharmaceutical and biotech researchers.
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Professional
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Weitere Infos & Material
Stepping stones in foot-and-mouth research: A personal view. Genome organization, translation and replication of foot-and-mouth disease virus RNA. Foot-and-mouth disease virus proteinases. Structure of foot-and-mouth disease virus particles. Clinical signs of foot-and-mouth disease. Persistence of foot-and-mouth disease virus. Molecular aspects of foot-and-mouth disease virus virulence and host range: Role of host cell receptors and viral factors. Immunology of foot-and-mouth disease. Functional and structural aspects of the interaction of foot-and-mouth disease virus with antibodies. Quasispecies dynamics and evolution of foot-and-mouth disease virus. Modern inactivated foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines: Historical background and key elements in production and use. Foot-and-mouth disease virus peptide vaccines. Mathematical models of the epidemiology and control of foot-and-mouth disease. Natural habitats in which foot-and-mouth disease viruses are maintained. Diagnosis and control of foot-and-mouth disease. Control of foot-and-mouth disease: Role of international organizations. Overview of foot-and-mouth disease and its impact as a re-emergent viral infection.
