Protect Yourself Against Bioterrorism

Protect Yourself Against Bioterrorism
by Philip M., Ph.D. Tierno Jr. (Author)

Product Details:
* Mass Market Paperback: 224 pages
* Publisher: Pocket (January 1, 2002)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0743453506

Book Description
How does anthrax spread?
Should I avoid opening my mail?
Wasn't I vaccinated for smallpox years ago?
What exactly is encephalitis?
Is my workplace a target for bioterrorism?
What precautions can I take to stay healthy and safe?
PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST BIOTERRORISM
From fears of full-scale germ warfare to the spread of dangerous and deadly illnesses, we are faced with a new breed of anxiety -- and more questions than ever -- about our safety and well-being in the face of bioterrorism. Dr. Philip M. Tierno, a member of the New York City Mayor's Task Force on Bioterrorism, addresses our fears with the most powerful antidote: information.

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Current Trends in the Study of Bacterial and Viral Fish and Shrimp Diseases

Current Trends in the Study of Bacterial and Viral Fish and Shrimp Diseases (Molecular Aspects of Fish and Marine Biology)
by Ka Yin Leung (Editor), Leung Ka Yin (Editor)

Product Details:
* Hardcover: 432 pages
* Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company (October 28, 2004)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 9812387498

Book Description
The important volume summarizes the current trends and developments in the study of bacterial and viral fish diseases. Books on these subjects are few and relevant review articles are mostly outdated. This volume will thus serve as a platform for scientists and aquaculturists to understand the current limitations as well as new developments so that fish health and disease control can advance to new heights.
The first section provides readers with an overview of the bacterial and viral diseases and the current understanding of innate immunity and interactions with pathogens. Section II includes case studies, where three pathogens are presented, namely two bacteria (Aeromonas hydrophila and Vibrio anguillarum, the common causes of bacterial diseases in freshwater and marine aquaculture, respectively) and the white spot syndrome virus (an important viral disease for shrimp). These case studies serve as models for the study of various bacterial and viral diseases. Section III presents new platform technologies that are widely used in the study of human pathogens. It aims to spur fish biologists to use modern and cutting edge technologies for their studies so that the study of fish disease can move into the mainstream and focus on the basics. The final section is on marine biotechnology, discussing biotechnology products that are urgently needed for the aquaculture industry — spin-offs from basic research, including diagnostics, immunotherapy and vaccine development, and the use of probiotics.

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