Gram-Positive Pathogens, 3rd Edition (ASM Books)

byVincent A. Fischetti(Editor), Richard P. Novick(Editor), Joseph J. Ferretti(Editor), Daniel A. Portnoy(Editor), Mirian Braunstein(Editor), Julian I. Rood(Editor)&3more Gram-positive bacteria, lacking an outer membrane and related secretory systems and having a thick peptidoglycan, have developed novel approaches to pathogenesis by acquiring (among others) a unique family of surface proteins, toxins, enzymes, and prophages. For the new edition, the editors have enhanced this fully researched compendium of Gram-positive bacterial pathogens by including new data generated using genomic sequencing as well as the latest knowledge on Gram-positive structure and mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and theories on the mechanisms of Gram-positive bacterial pathogenicity. This edition emphasizes streptococci, staphylococci, listeria, and spore-forming pathogens, with chapters written by many of the leading researchers in these areas. The chapters systematically dissect these organisms biologically, genetically, and immunologically, in an attempt to understand the strategies used by these bacteria to cause human disease. “This textbook comprises a superb collection of scientific knowledge making it a must-read for any graduate student, medical doctor, or investigator studying these gram-positive bacteria and inspiring future imaginations of biological knowledge.” - William R. Jacobs, Jr., PhD, Professor Microbiology & Immunology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine Product Details Item Weight:5.73 pounds Hardcover:1466 pages ISBN-10:1683670124 ISBN-13:978-1683670124 ISBN-13:9781683670124 eText ISBN: 9781683670452 eText ISBN: 9781683670131 eText ISBN: 9781683672876 Dimensions:8.4 x 1.2 x 10.8 inches Publisher:ASM Press; 3rd edition (December 17, 2019) Language::English