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Description: |
xxiv, 804 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 28 cm |
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Bibliography Note: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Contents Note: |
Contents: I. The science of virology. Foundations of virology -- Virus cultivation, detection, and genetics -- II. Molecular biology. Virus structure -- Virus attachment to host cells -- Virus entry into cells -- Genome replication and mRNA production by RNA viruses -- Reverse transcription and integration : hallmarks of the retroid viruses -- Transcription strategies : DNA templates -- Genome replication strategies : DNA viruses -- Processing of viral pre-mRNA -- Translational control of viral gene expression -- Intracellular transport of viral components : prelude to assembly --Assembly, exit, and maturation of progeny virions -- III. Pathogenesis and control. Virus offense meets host defense -- Patterns of infection : a delicate balance -- Viral transformation and oncogenesis -- Viral pathogenesis -- Multiple facets of human immunodeficiency virus pathogenicity -- Prevention and control of viral diseases : Vaccines : the proven best defense against viruses ; Preparation of vaccines ; New vaccine technology ; Antiviral druge : small molecules that block virus replication ; HIV and AIDS -- Virus evolution and the emergence of new viruses. |
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Additional Physical Forms: |
Online version: Principles of virology. Washington, D.C. : ASM Press, ©2000 (OCoLC)606417869 |
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Online version: Principles of virology. Washington, D.C. : ASM Press, ©2000 (OCoLC)609316540 |