Principles of Molecular Virology (Standard Edition): Edition 3

Alan J. Cann

Mar 2001 · Academic Press

About this ebook

Principles of Molecular Virology, Third Edition provides an essential introduction to modern virology in a clear and concise manner. It is a highly enjoyable and readable text with numerous illustrations that enhance the reader's understanding of important principles. This edition has been updated and revised with new figures and text.

New to the Third Edition:

• Viruses and Apoptosis (Chapter 6)
• Bacteriophages and Human Disease (Chapter 7)
• Learning objectives for each chapter
• Pronunciation section in Glossary and abbreviations section (Appendix 1)
• Key events in the history of virology (Appendix 3)
• Addition of colour in text and figures to enhance understanding of key points
• Also:
• Self assessment questions at the end of each chapter
• Classification of Subcellular Infectious agents
• Approx. 20% new material and completely revised throughout
• Over 120 figures

About the author

Dr. Alan J. Cann has worked in both the U.K. and U.S.A. teaching undergraduate, postgraduate, and medical students. He is currently a Senior Lecturer in Biological Sciences at the University of Leicester where his research interests include pedagogic research and science communication.