Overview
Fuelled by the application of omics and reverse genetics technologies, impressive progress has been achieved in the field of molecular and cellular biology of Bunyaviridae in recent years. In this book, a panel of international experts review the most important findings, providing a timely and coherent overview of the field. All five genera i.e. Orthobunyavirus, Hantavirus, Nairovirus, Plebovirus and Tospovirus, are covered in seperate chapters. Genetics and evolution of hantaviruses is given a special treatment in chapter 3 while current advances in diagnostics are reviewed in detail in chapter 7. The book closes with an excellent overview of the remaining challenges and future prospects in this fascinating field. The book is essential reading for everyone working on bunyaviruses and related viruses. A recommended text for all virology libraries.
- | Author: Alexander Plyusnin
- | Publisher: Caister Academic Press Limited
- | Publication Date: Sep 01, 2011
- | Number of Pages: 222 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1904455905
- | ISBN-13: 9781904455905
