Overview
Bacterial Pathogenesis: A Molecular Approach is the first text designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to this dynamic field for both students and researchers. The application of molecular techniques to the study of bacterium-host interaction has made possible great progress in fundamental understanding of the molecular basis of infectious diseases. In the text the authors integrate material from pathogenic microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology to provide a complete but accessible overview of the field.The book contains both black-and-white and color illustrations.
Synopsis
The new edition of a textbook that places more emphasis than the first edition on recent research related to the genome maps of bacterium and the cell biology of the interaction between bacterial pathogens and host cells. After an introductory section detailing the broad outlines of the topic, including diagnosis and characterizations of bacterial infections, as well as various preventative strategies, the bulk of the work consists of chapters devoted to explaining specific bacterial pathogens. Pathogens discussed include the spirochetes, yersinia pestis, staphylococcus species, streptococci, enterococci, bordetella pertussis, anthrax, vibrio cholerae, and others. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Cynthia V. Sommer
This textbook provides an understanding of the molecular mechanism involved in bacterial-host interactions that can produce infectious disease. Introductory chapters on host-parasite relationships are followed by discussions of well studied microorganisms that provide models of infectious disease. The purpose is to present recent advances on the role of bacteria in causing disease at the molecular level. The book integrates the genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and immunology of bacterial pathogenesis. The authors meet their objective by providing a current textbook on molecular models of infectious diseases. This textbook is written for advanced undergraduate, graduate, and medical students interested in infectious disease. The book will be a useful resource for microbiologists and scientists from various disciplines. The clear writing style and didactic approach should meet the needs of the intended audience. The authors and the list of reviewers insure the accuracy and quality of the book. Each chapter includes an introductory outline, summary, selected readings, and questions that stimulate critical thinking. The adequate number of illustrations are clear and support the text. The boxed highlights, the organization and content of the text should stimulate the interest of the reader. The appendixes that include bacterial structure, detection methods, answers to chapter questions, and a glossary provide the tools and information for readers with various levels of knowledge. This is a thoughtful and well-written textbook for students and professionals interested in infectious disease. The book supports and strengthens the shift in thinking in the current scientific literature aboutinfectious diseases. This textbook fills a need for a current, concise molecular orientation to microbial pathogenesis .
Editorials
Cynthia V. Sommer
This textbook provides an understanding of the molecular mechanism involved in bacterial-host interactions that can produce infectious disease. Introductory chapters on host-parasite relationships are followed by discussions of well studied microorganisms that provide models of infectious disease. The purpose is to present recent advances on the role of bacteria in causing disease at the molecular level. The book integrates the genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and immunology of bacterial pathogenesis. The authors meet their objective by providing a current textbook on molecular models of infectious diseases. This textbook is written for advanced undergraduate, graduate, and medical students interested in infectious disease. The book will be a useful resource for microbiologists and scientists from various disciplines. The clear writing style and didactic approach should meet the needs of the intended audience. The authors and the list of reviewers insure the accuracy and quality of the book. Each chapter includes an introductory outline, summary, selected readings, and questions that stimulate critical thinking. The adequate number of illustrations are clear and support the text. The boxed highlights, the organization and content of the text should stimulate the interest of the reader. The appendixes that include bacterial structure, detection methods, answers to chapter questions, and a glossary provide the tools and information for readers with various levels of knowledge. This is a thoughtful and well-written textbook for students and professionals interested in infectious disease. The book supports and strengthens the shift in thinking in the current scientific literature aboutinfectious diseases. This textbook fills a need for a current, concise molecular orientation to microbial pathogenesis .Booknews
A comprehensive introduction to the study of bacterium-host interaction, and to progress and challenges in the understanding of the molecular basis of infectious diseases. Integrates material from pathogenic microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and human physiology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR booknews.comFrom The Critics
Reviewer: Cynthia V. Sommer, PhD(University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)Description: This textbook provides an understanding of the molecular mechanism involved in bacterial-host interactions that can produce infectious disease. Introductory chapters on host-parasite relationships are followed by discussions of well studied microorganisms that provide models of infectious disease.
Purpose: The purpose is to present recent advances on the role of bacteria in causing disease at the molecular level. The book integrates the genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and immunology of bacterial pathogenesis. The authors meet their objective by providing a current textbook on molecular models of infectious diseases.
Audience: This textbook is written for advanced undergraduate, graduate, and medical students interested in infectious disease. The book will be a useful resource for microbiologists and scientists from various disciplines. The clear writing style and didactic approach should meet the needs of the intended audience. The authors and the list of reviewers insure the accuracy and quality of the book.
Features: Each chapter includes an introductory outline, summary, selected readings, and questions that stimulate critical thinking. The adequate number of illustrations are clear and support the text. The boxed highlights, the organization and content of the text should stimulate the interest of the reader. The appendixes that include bacterial structure, detection methods, answers to chapter questions, and a glossary provide the tools and information for readers with various levels of knowledge.
Assessment: This is a thoughtful and well-written textbook for students and professionals interested in infectious disease. The book supports and strengthens the shift in thinking in the current scientific literature about infectious diseases. This textbook fills a need for a current, concise molecular orientation to microbial pathogenesis .
3 Stars from Doody