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About the Book

Molecular Approaches of Fungal Pathogenesis presents readers with an up-to-date compendium of research in the field of medical mycology.  This new volume measures the impact of genome projects, genetics, and molecular biology on the understanding of a diverse group of pathogenic fungi and explores the potential impact of vaccines and new therapeutic approaches to treatment.  It will serve as a valuable resource for students, fellows, instructors, researchers, specialists, clinicians, and anyone interested in the general field of microbial pathogenesis.

Divided into five sections, the book provides readers with a broad overview of pathogenic fungi, including ascomycetes, basidiomycetes, zygomycetes, and both rare and common infections.  A cluster of chapters focuses on immunological aspects of infection involving innate, humoral, and cell-mediated immunity.  The remaining chapters of Molecular Principles of Fungal Pathogenesis feature comprehensive coverage of everything from general principles to specific pathogens and vaccine development.  An in-depth analysis of the host-pathogen relationship is offered, and future directions are contemplated.

Key Features

• Provides a state-of-the-art review of the medical mycology compiled by the leading researchers in the field
• Presents a selection of chapters covering immunological aspects of infection
• Captures the excitement of recently completed genome projects and their impact on the understanding of fungal biology and virulence
• Examines the recent advances in the development of fungal vaccines
• Features an in-depth analysis of the host-pathogen relationship

Hardcover, 700 pages, 4-color insert, illustrations, index.

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