| Structure-Function Relationships of Human Pathogenic Viruses 2002 Edition Contributor(s): Holzenburg, Andreas (Editor), Bogner, Elke (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0306467682 ISBN-13: 9780306467684 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2002 Annotation: Structure-Function Relationships of Human Pathogenic Viruses provides information on the mechanisms by which viruses enter the cell, replicate, package their DNA into capsids and mature into new virions. The relation between structural features and the pathogenicity and oncogenicity of some of the most relevant human viral pathogens are demonstrated and the acquisition of defense mechanisms through virus-host interactions are presented. In contrast to textbooks, this volume combines timely research data to provide a holistic view of viral pathogenesis. Furthermore Structure-Function Relationships of Human Pathogenic Viruses illustrates in a single volume the fundamental processes involved in viral life cycles using up-to-date information from research laboratories around the world. Knowledge of these processes is crucial to develop rationales for the design of future drugs. The timeliness of the data and the comprehensive yet concise approach this book takes in order to present the world of viral pathogens should make it a frontrunner in higher education and R& D. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Reference - Medical | Pathology |
| Dewey: 572 |
| LCCN: 2001050800 |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.1" W x 9.2" (2.00 lbs) 528 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Structure-Function Relationships of Human Pathogenic Viruses provides information on the mechanisms by which viruses enter the cell, replicate, package their DNA into capsids and mature into new virions. The relation between structural features and the pathogenicity and oncogenicity of some of the most relevant human viral pathogens are demonstrated and the acquisition of defense mechanisms through virus-host interactions are presented. In contrast to textbooks, this volume combines timely research data to provide a holistic view of viral pathogenesis. Furthermore Structure-Function Relationships of Human Pathogenic Viruses illustrates in a single volume the fundamental processes involved in viral life cycles using up-to-date information from research laboratories around the world. Knowledge of these processes is crucial to develop rationales for the design of future drugs. The timeliness of the data and the comprehensive yet concise approach this book takes in order to present the world of viral pathogens should make it a frontrunner in higher education and R&D. |