Foot and Mouth Disease

Current Perspectives

Esteban Domingo editor Francisco Sobrino editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:12th Aug '04

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The shock following the recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the UK dispelled the notion that this disease was permanently under control and could be forgotten. FMD proved to be an endemic disease in many countries and continues to pose a major threat to animal health worldwide. The development of more effective and socially acceptable diagnosis and control measures is essential to effectively combat this devastating virus.

Foot and Mouth Disease: Current Perspectives benefits researchers by presenting the latest developments resulting from the upsurge in data concerning this disease. Interdisciplinary in its approach, this book offers the first coherent picture of emerging strategies for diagnosis and control. With contributions from respected FMD researchers worldwide, this volume provides comprehensive coverage of the entire spectrum of FMD issues.

Topics include genome organization, translation and replication of FMD virus RNA, proteinases, virus particles, clinical signs of FMD, and much more. This book delivers essential information for everyone with an interest in FMD, such as virologists, molecular biologists, biotechnologists, veterinarians, and pharmaceutical and biotech researchers.

"The relevance of this overview publication is apparent … . … [Chapters are] well-written … [and] effectively illustrated … . Additionally, the latest information gleamed from the increasing number of publications concerning this disease is offered … . … Virologists, molecular biologists, veterinarians, animal scientists, microbiologists, biotechnologists and prominently pharmaceutical and biotech researchers will find this updated review a significant insight into this increasingly concerning disease … . … A most timely publication that has global importance."
- Vet Human Toxicol, 46 (6), Dec. 2004

ISBN: 9780849329517

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1065g

484 pages