Biology - Molecular Biology, Biology - Bacteriology, Cytology - Structural & Functional Aspects, Biomedicine, Microbiology
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Overview
Mycobacteria are responsible for many high-profile diseases in both humans and animals including leprosy, Buruli ulcer, Johne's disease, and most notably, tuberculosis. The Mycobacterial Cell Envelope explains the unique characteristics that cause this large group of bacteria to function differently. The envelope, a complex arrangement of lipids, proteins and carbohydrates, is the interface between the pathogen and its human host. This comprehensive volume summarizes the complex architecture of the mycobacterial cell envelope and presents the major breakthroughs in this field.Synopsis
Mycobacteria are responsible for many high-profile diseases in both humans and animals including leprosy, Buruli ulcer, Johne's disease, and most notably, tuberculosis. The Mycobacterial Cell Envelope explains the unique characteristics that cause this large group of bacteria to function differently. The envelope, a complex arrangement of lipids, proteins and carbohydrates, is the interface between the pathogen and its human host. This comprehensive volume summarizes the complex architecture of the mycobacterial cell envelope and presents the major breakthroughs in this field.
Book Details
Published
January 1, 2008
Publisher
ASM Press
Pages
422
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781555814687