Vaccine Design Book available now
The new book Vaccine Design: Innovative Approaches and Novel Strategies edited by Rino Rappuoli and Fabio Bagnoli has been delivered to our distributors and is available for immediate dispatch read more ...
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 | Edited by: Rino Rappuoli and Fabio Bagnoli ISBN: 978-1-904455-74-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: February 2011 Cover: hardback |
PCR troubleshooting book available
The new book PCR Troubleshooting and Optimization: The Essential Guide edited by Suzanne Kennedy and Nick Oswald has been delivered to our distributors and is available for immediate dispatch read more ...
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 | Edited by: Suzanne Kennedy and Nick Oswald ISBN: 978-1-904455-72-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2011 Cover: hardback |
Borrelia book review (Biospektrum)
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Borrelia: Molecular Biology, Host Interaction and Pathogenesis:
"The two editors have successfully produced a comprehensive and multifaceted book ... the book offers students and other interested users a deep view of the world of Borrelia ... as a reference book it is outstanding by virtue of its enormous information content ... The work is a must for the scientific library" from Reinhard Wallich (Heidelberg) writing in Biospektrum (October 2010) 16: 715 read more ...
"The two editors have successfully produced a comprehensive and multifaceted book ... the book offers students and other interested users a deep view of the world of Borrelia ... as a reference book it is outstanding by virtue of its enormous information content ... The work is a must for the scientific library" from Reinhard Wallich (Heidelberg) writing in Biospektrum (October 2010) 16: 715 read more ...
 | Edited by: D. Scott Samuels and Justin D. Radolf "outstanding" BiospektrumISBN: 978-1-904455-58-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: March 2010 Cover: hardback |
Sensory Mechanisms Book Available Now
The new book on Sensory Mechanisms in Bacteria edited by Stephen Spiro and Ray Dixon has been delivered to our distributors and is available for immediate dispatch read more ...
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 | Edited by: Stephen Spiro and Ray Dixon ISBN: 978-1-904455-69-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2010 Cover: hardback |
Viruses and Interferon
Karen Mossman (Infectious Diseases Division, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada) presents a new book on Viruses and Interferon
In this book, a panel of international experts reviews the current hot-topics, producing a timely overview of this exciting field. The book opens with a chapter that comprehensively reviews the antiviral effects of extracellular double-stranded RNA, the "viral toxin". This is followed by chapters that review the properties of type I and type III interferons, and the role of interferon-stimulated genes. The next five chapters are devoted to understanding the diverse strategies used by clinically relevant human viruses to subvert host interferon responses. The closing chapter provides an interesting overview of the clinical application of interferon as antiviral and anticancer agents. Essential reading for every scientist involved in interferon or antiviral research and a recommended text for all virology laboratories read more ...
In this book, a panel of international experts reviews the current hot-topics, producing a timely overview of this exciting field. The book opens with a chapter that comprehensively reviews the antiviral effects of extracellular double-stranded RNA, the "viral toxin". This is followed by chapters that review the properties of type I and type III interferons, and the role of interferon-stimulated genes. The next five chapters are devoted to understanding the diverse strategies used by clinically relevant human viruses to subvert host interferon responses. The closing chapter provides an interesting overview of the clinical application of interferon as antiviral and anticancer agents. Essential reading for every scientist involved in interferon or antiviral research and a recommended text for all virology laboratories read more ...
 | Edited by: Karen Mossman ISBN: 978-1-904455-81-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: May 2011 Cover: hardback |
Veterinary Parasitology
Hany M. Elsheikha and Naveed Ahmed Khan (School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham, Loughborough, UK, respectively) present a new book on Essentials of Veterinary Parasitology
Essentials of Veterinary Parasitology provides an up-to-date resource for students and practicing veterinarians on how to recognize, diagnose and treat parasitic diseases in livestock and companion animals. Featuring full-colour illustrations and a user friendly layout, it begins with a section dedicated to the fundamentals of veterinary parasitology and ends with a section on the prevention of parasitic infections entailing recent developments in our understanding of the pathogenesis and control of parasitic diseases. In-between are sections on important parasitic infections in livestock organized by the parasite agents - helminths, protozoa and arthropods - plus a section on diagnostic parasitology. This book is an essential reference for veterinary students, practicing veterinarians and researchers in the field of parasitology. read more ...
Essentials of Veterinary Parasitology provides an up-to-date resource for students and practicing veterinarians on how to recognize, diagnose and treat parasitic diseases in livestock and companion animals. Featuring full-colour illustrations and a user friendly layout, it begins with a section dedicated to the fundamentals of veterinary parasitology and ends with a section on the prevention of parasitic infections entailing recent developments in our understanding of the pathogenesis and control of parasitic diseases. In-between are sections on important parasitic infections in livestock organized by the parasite agents - helminths, protozoa and arthropods - plus a section on diagnostic parasitology. This book is an essential reference for veterinary students, practicing veterinarians and researchers in the field of parasitology. read more ...
 | Edited by: Hany M. Elsheikha and Naveed Ahmed Khan ISBN: 978-1-904455-79-0 (paperback); 978-1-904455-80-6 (hardback) Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: May 2011 Cover: paperback/hardback |
Hepatitis C Virus
Seng-Lai Tan and Yupeng He (Amgen Inc., Seattle, WA, USA and Antiviral Research, Abbott Laboratories, USA; respectively), present a new book on Hepatitis C: Antiviral Drug Discovery and Development
The editors of this book have recruited experts from around the world to produce a timely and well-compiled review of current HCV research with an emphasis on antiviral drug development. The chapters provide in-depth reviews of the most critical areas of research. Topics covered include: the HCV life cycle, HCV assays, HCV resources, HCV databases, HCV infection systems, models of hepatitis C infections, overview of the drug pipeline, clinical trial design, clinical virology and drug development, NS3 protease inhibitors, NS3-NS4A complex inhibitors, NS3 helicase inhibitors, NS4B targets and inhibitors, NS5A inhibitors, nucleoside inhibitors, NS5B polymerase inhibitors, glycoprotein-dependent entry, host cell targets and inhibitors, and innate immunity for HCV antiviral therapy.
An essential book for scientists involved with HCV and anyone interested in antiviral drug development. A recommended text for all virology libraries. read more ...
The editors of this book have recruited experts from around the world to produce a timely and well-compiled review of current HCV research with an emphasis on antiviral drug development. The chapters provide in-depth reviews of the most critical areas of research. Topics covered include: the HCV life cycle, HCV assays, HCV resources, HCV databases, HCV infection systems, models of hepatitis C infections, overview of the drug pipeline, clinical trial design, clinical virology and drug development, NS3 protease inhibitors, NS3-NS4A complex inhibitors, NS3 helicase inhibitors, NS4B targets and inhibitors, NS5A inhibitors, nucleoside inhibitors, NS5B polymerase inhibitors, glycoprotein-dependent entry, host cell targets and inhibitors, and innate immunity for HCV antiviral therapy.
An essential book for scientists involved with HCV and anyone interested in antiviral drug development. A recommended text for all virology libraries. read more ...
 | Edited by: Seng-Lai Tan and Yupeng He ISBN: 978-1-904455-78-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2011 Cover: hardback |
Caliciviruses book review
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Caliciviruses: Molecular and Cellular Virology:
"This book is an up-to-date review ... provides both basic information on the caliciviruses and the new experimental data ... The authors have provided important reviews of the current status of research ... a very comprehensive review" from Rebecca T. Horvat (University of Kansas Medical Center, USA) writing in Doodys read more ...
"This book is an up-to-date review ... provides both basic information on the caliciviruses and the new experimental data ... The authors have provided important reviews of the current status of research ... a very comprehensive review" from Rebecca T. Horvat (University of Kansas Medical Center, USA) writing in Doodys read more ...
 | Edited by: Grant S. Hansman, Xi Jason Jiang and Kim Y. Green "a very comprehensive review" (Doodys)ISBN: 978-1-904455-63-9 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2010 Cover: hardback |
Neisseria book review
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Neisseria: Molecular Mechanisms of Pathogenesis:
"an excellent, comprehensive and updated review ... The editors, both experienced in the Neisseria field, have recruited 43 contributors from five different countries. Many of these individuals are well-recognized experts, front-line researchers and/or key opinion leaders in their topics. They provide, evaluate and discuss detailed up-to-date understanding, the significance of different findings, theories, hypotheses and conclusions, and future directions in a research, clinical and public health perspective. The volume is valuable and timely ... Most chapters ... are excellent, comprehensive, important, updated, well-written, and contain many relevant references and informative figures/tables summarizing the key information ... the 'future trends' are valuably emphasized in most chapters. Some chapters even recommend good web resources for further reading ... the editors of the present volume have collated an impressive group of well-recognized experts that provide exceedingly interesting, comprehensive and up-to-date understanding regarding molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis in Neisseria, as well as an excellent bibliography for further reading. The volume is valuable, timely and can be highly recommended for researchers, microbiologists, molecular biologists, epidemiologists, clinicians, vaccine manufacturers and students, who are involved and/ or interested in any topic involving pathogenic Neisseria species." from Magnus Unemo (Orebro, Sweden) writing in Expert Rev. Anti Infect. Ther. (2010) 8: 871–875. read more ...
"an excellent, comprehensive and updated review ... The editors, both experienced in the Neisseria field, have recruited 43 contributors from five different countries. Many of these individuals are well-recognized experts, front-line researchers and/or key opinion leaders in their topics. They provide, evaluate and discuss detailed up-to-date understanding, the significance of different findings, theories, hypotheses and conclusions, and future directions in a research, clinical and public health perspective. The volume is valuable and timely ... Most chapters ... are excellent, comprehensive, important, updated, well-written, and contain many relevant references and informative figures/tables summarizing the key information ... the 'future trends' are valuably emphasized in most chapters. Some chapters even recommend good web resources for further reading ... the editors of the present volume have collated an impressive group of well-recognized experts that provide exceedingly interesting, comprehensive and up-to-date understanding regarding molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis in Neisseria, as well as an excellent bibliography for further reading. The volume is valuable, timely and can be highly recommended for researchers, microbiologists, molecular biologists, epidemiologists, clinicians, vaccine manufacturers and students, who are involved and/ or interested in any topic involving pathogenic Neisseria species." from Magnus Unemo (Orebro, Sweden) writing in Expert Rev. Anti Infect. Ther. (2010) 8: 871–875. read more ...
 | Edited by: Caroline Genco and Lee Wetzler "excellent, comprehensive ... valuable and timely ... highly recommended" (Expert Rev. Anti Infect. Ther.)ISBN: 978-1-904455-51-6 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2010 Cover: hardback |
Retrovirus book review
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Retroviruses: Molecular Biology, Genomics and Pathogenesis:
"recommendable for life science researchers and all students in biology wishing to learn more about this very interesting field of retrovirology" from Stefan Hockertz (Seelze) writing in Arzneimittelforschung (2010) 60:466-469 read more ...
"recommendable for life science researchers and all students in biology wishing to learn more about this very interesting field of retrovirology" from Stefan Hockertz (Seelze) writing in Arzneimittelforschung (2010) 60:466-469 read more ...
 | Edited by: Reinhard Kurth and Norbert Bannert "recommendable for life science researchers" (Arzneimittelforschung)ISBN: 978-1-904455-55-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2010 Cover: hardback |
Iron Uptake Book Available
The new book on Iron Uptake and Homeostasis in Microorganisms edited by Pierre Cornelis and Simon C. Andrews has been published read more ...
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 | Edited by: Pierre Cornelis and Simon C. Andrews ISBN: 978-1-904455-65-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2010 Cover: hardback |
Bifidobacteria Book Available
The new book on Bifidobacteria: Genomics and Molecular Aspects edited by Baltasar Mayo and Douwe van Sinderen has been published read more ...
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 | Edited by: Baltasar Mayo and Douwe van Sinderen ISBN: 978-1-904455-68-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: August 2010 Cover: hardback |
Nanotechnology in Water Treatment Applications
The new book on Nanotechnology in Water Treatment Applications edited by T. Eugene Cloete, Michele de Kwaadsteniet, Marelize Botes and J. Manuel López-Romero has been published read more ...
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 | Edited by: T. Eugene Cloete, Michele de Kwaadsteniet, Marelize Botes and J. Manuel López-Romero ISBN: 978-1-904455-66-0 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2010 Cover: hardback |
Molecular Phylogeny of Microorganisms
The new book on Molecular Phylogeny of Microorganisms edited by Aharon Oren and R. Thane Papke has been published read more ...
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 | Edited by: Aharon Oren and R. Thane Papke ISBN: 978-1-904455-67-7 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: July 2010 Cover: hardback |
Calicivirus book
The new book on Caliciviruses: Molecular and Cellular Virology edited by Grant S. Hansman, Xi Jason Jiang and Kim Y. Green has been published and is available from library suppliers and bookshops read more ...
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| Edited by: Grant S. Hansman, Xi Jason Jiang and Kim Y. Green ISBN: 978-1-904455-63-9 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2010 Cover: hardback |
Streptomyces book
Paul Dyson (Institute of Life Sciences, School of Medicine, Swansea, UK) presents a new book on Streptomyces: Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Streptomycetes are Gram-positive, high GC-content, sporulating bacteria found predominantly in soil. Streptomycetes are characterised by a complex secondary metabolism producing antibiotic compounds and other metabolites with medicinal properties. In recent years genomic studies, genomic mining and biotechnological approaches have been employed in the search for new antibiotics and other drugs.
With contributions from some of the leading scientists in the field, this volume documents recent research and development in streptomycetes genomics, physiology and metabolism. With a focus on biotechnology and genomics, the book provides an excellent source of up-to-date information. Topics include: genome architecture, conjugative genetic elements, differentiation, protein secretion, central carbon metabolic pathways, regulation of nitrogen assimilation, phosphate control of metabolism, gamma-butyrolactones and their role in antibiotic regulation, clavulanic acid and clavams, genome-guided exploration, gene clusters for bioactive natural products, genomics of cytochromes p450.
Streptomycetes are Gram-positive, high GC-content, sporulating bacteria found predominantly in soil. Streptomycetes are characterised by a complex secondary metabolism producing antibiotic compounds and other metabolites with medicinal properties. In recent years genomic studies, genomic mining and biotechnological approaches have been employed in the search for new antibiotics and other drugs.
With contributions from some of the leading scientists in the field, this volume documents recent research and development in streptomycetes genomics, physiology and metabolism. With a focus on biotechnology and genomics, the book provides an excellent source of up-to-date information. Topics include: genome architecture, conjugative genetic elements, differentiation, protein secretion, central carbon metabolic pathways, regulation of nitrogen assimilation, phosphate control of metabolism, gamma-butyrolactones and their role in antibiotic regulation, clavulanic acid and clavams, genome-guided exploration, gene clusters for bioactive natural products, genomics of cytochromes p450.
 | Edited by: Paul Dyson ISBN: 978-1-904455-77-6 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2011 Cover: hardback |
Essential reading for research scientists, biotechnologists, graduate students and other professionals involved in streptomycetes research, antibiotic and antimicrobial development, drug discovery, soil microbiology and related fields. A recommended text for all microbiology laboratories.
Alphaherpesviruses book
Sandra K. Weller (Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor and Chair of Molecular, Microbial and Structural Biology, Dept Microbiology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT , USA) presents a new book on Alphaherpesviruses: Molecular Virology
Alphaherpesviruses are a fascinating group of DNA viruses that includes important human pathogens such as herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), HSV-2, and varicella-zoster virus (VZV): the causative agents of cold sores, genital ulcerous disease, and chickenpox/shingles, respectively. A key attribute of these viruses is their ability to establish lifelong latent infection in the peripheral nervous system of the host. Such persistence requires subversion of the host's immune system and intrinsic antiviral defense mechanisms. Understanding the mechanisms of the immune evasion and what triggers viral reactivation is a major challenge for today's researchers. This has prompted enormous research efforts into understanding the molecular and cellular biology of these viruses.
This up-to-date and comprehensive volume aims to distill the most important research in this area providing a timely overview of the field. Topics covered include: transcriptional regulation, DNA replication, translational control, virus entry and capsid assembly, the role of microRNAs in infection and oncolytic vectors for cancer therapy. In addition there is coverage of virus-host interactions, including apoptosis, subversion of host protein quality control and DNA damage response pathways, autophagy, establishment and reactivation from latency, interferon responses, immunity and vaccine development. Essential reading for everyone working with alphaherpesviruses and of interest to all virologists working on latent infections.
Alphaherpesviruses are a fascinating group of DNA viruses that includes important human pathogens such as herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), HSV-2, and varicella-zoster virus (VZV): the causative agents of cold sores, genital ulcerous disease, and chickenpox/shingles, respectively. A key attribute of these viruses is their ability to establish lifelong latent infection in the peripheral nervous system of the host. Such persistence requires subversion of the host's immune system and intrinsic antiviral defense mechanisms. Understanding the mechanisms of the immune evasion and what triggers viral reactivation is a major challenge for today's researchers. This has prompted enormous research efforts into understanding the molecular and cellular biology of these viruses.
This up-to-date and comprehensive volume aims to distill the most important research in this area providing a timely overview of the field. Topics covered include: transcriptional regulation, DNA replication, translational control, virus entry and capsid assembly, the role of microRNAs in infection and oncolytic vectors for cancer therapy. In addition there is coverage of virus-host interactions, including apoptosis, subversion of host protein quality control and DNA damage response pathways, autophagy, establishment and reactivation from latency, interferon responses, immunity and vaccine development. Essential reading for everyone working with alphaherpesviruses and of interest to all virologists working on latent infections.
 | Edited by: Sandra K. Weller ISBN: 978-1-904455-76-9 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: March 2011 Cover: hardback |
Plant Virology
Carole Caranta, Miguel A. Aranda, Mark Tepfer and J.J. Lopez-Moya (INRA-UR , Génétique et Amélioration des Fruits et Légumes, Montfavet cedex, France;Centro de Edafología y Biología Aplicada del Segura (CEBAS), CSIC, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain;Laboratoire de Biologie Cellulaire, INRA, F Versailles Cedex, France;IBMB, Centre for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) CSIC-IRTA-UAB, Barcelona, Spain, respectively) present a new book on Recent Advances in Plant Virology
Viruses that infect plants are responsible for reduction in both yield and quality of crops around the world, and are thus of great economic importance. This has provided the impetus for the extensive research into the molecular and cellular biology of these pathogens and into their interaction with their plant hosts and their vectors. However interest in plant viruses extends beyond their ability to damage crops. Many plant viruses, for example tobacco mosaic virus, have been used as model systems to provide basic understanding of how viruses express genes and replicate. Others permitted the elucidation of the processes underlying RNA silencing, now recognised as a core epigenetic mechanism underpinning numerous areas of biology.
This book attests to the huge diversity of research in plant molecular virology. Written by world authorities in the field, the book opens with two chapters on the translation and replication of viral RNA. Following chapters cover topics such as viral movement within and between plants, plant responses to viral infection, antiviral control measures, virus evolution, and newly emerging plant viruses. To close there are two chapters on biotechnological applications of plant viruses. Throughout the book the focus is on the most recent, cutting-edge research, making this book essential reading for everyone, from researchers and scholars to students, working with plant viruses.
Viruses that infect plants are responsible for reduction in both yield and quality of crops around the world, and are thus of great economic importance. This has provided the impetus for the extensive research into the molecular and cellular biology of these pathogens and into their interaction with their plant hosts and their vectors. However interest in plant viruses extends beyond their ability to damage crops. Many plant viruses, for example tobacco mosaic virus, have been used as model systems to provide basic understanding of how viruses express genes and replicate. Others permitted the elucidation of the processes underlying RNA silencing, now recognised as a core epigenetic mechanism underpinning numerous areas of biology.
This book attests to the huge diversity of research in plant molecular virology. Written by world authorities in the field, the book opens with two chapters on the translation and replication of viral RNA. Following chapters cover topics such as viral movement within and between plants, plant responses to viral infection, antiviral control measures, virus evolution, and newly emerging plant viruses. To close there are two chapters on biotechnological applications of plant viruses. Throughout the book the focus is on the most recent, cutting-edge research, making this book essential reading for everyone, from researchers and scholars to students, working with plant viruses.
 | Edited by: Carole Caranta, Miguel A. Aranda, Mark Tepfer and J.J. Lopez-Moya ISBN: 978-1-904455-75-2 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: February 2011 Cover: hardback |
Neisseria Book Review
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Neisseria: Molecular Mechanisms of Pathogenesis:
"written by outstanding and internationally highly recognized experts in the Neisseria research field ... The chapters are of the highest scientific quality including links to central primary publications on the different topics ... an excellent monography for the specialist" from Arzneimittelforschung/Drug Research (2010) 60: 226-227 read more ...
"written by outstanding and internationally highly recognized experts in the Neisseria research field ... The chapters are of the highest scientific quality including links to central primary publications on the different topics ... an excellent monography for the specialist" from Arzneimittelforschung/Drug Research (2010) 60: 226-227 read more ...
| Edited by: Caroline Genco and Lee Wetzler "a comprehensive update" (Society for Microbial Ecology and Disease)ISBN: 978-1-904455-51-6 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2010 Cover: Hardback |
Metagenomics Book Review
I am pleased to provide the following excerpt from a book review of Metagenomics: Theory, Methods and Applications:
"the book is recommended for life science researchers and all students in biology and medicine wishing to learn more about this new and very interesting field" from Arzneimittelforschung/Drug Research (2010) 60: 226-227 read more ...
"the book is recommended for life science researchers and all students in biology and medicine wishing to learn more about this new and very interesting field" from Arzneimittelforschung/Drug Research (2010) 60: 226-227 read more ...
 | Edited by: Diana Marco "an excellent resource for students, researchers, and scientists ... a valuable resource on the newly evolving biological field of metagenomics, making contributions to ecology, biodiversity, bioremediation, bioprospection of natural products, medicine, and other disciplines." (Doodys)ISBN: 978-1-904455-54-7 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2010 Cover: Hardback |
Vaccine Design Book
A new book on Vaccine Design edited by Rino Rappuoli and Fabio Bagnoli has been announced today read more ...
| Edited by: Rino Rappuoli and Fabio Bagnoli ISBN: 978-1-904455-74-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: February 2011 Cover: Hardback |
Signal Recognition Book
Stephen Spiro and Ray Dixon (Texas, USA and Norwich,UK; respectively) present a new publication Sensory Mechanisms in Bacteria: Molecular Aspects of Signal Recognition
This book reviews a selection of important model systems, providing a timely snapshot of the current state of research in the field. The book opens with an introductory chapter that reviews the diversity of signal recognition mechanisms, illustrating the breadth of the field. Subsequent chapters include descriptions of the sensing of ligands (alpha-ketoglutarate, adenylate energy charge, glutamine and xenobiotic compounds), chemoreceptors, iron-sulfur cluster-based sensors, metal-dependent and metal-responsive sensors, thiol-based sensors, and PDZ domains as sensors of other proteins read more ....
This book reviews a selection of important model systems, providing a timely snapshot of the current state of research in the field. The book opens with an introductory chapter that reviews the diversity of signal recognition mechanisms, illustrating the breadth of the field. Subsequent chapters include descriptions of the sensing of ligands (alpha-ketoglutarate, adenylate energy charge, glutamine and xenobiotic compounds), chemoreceptors, iron-sulfur cluster-based sensors, metal-dependent and metal-responsive sensors, thiol-based sensors, and PDZ domains as sensors of other proteins read more ....
| Edited by: Stephen Spiro and Ray Dixon ISBN: 978-1-904455-69-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2010 Cover: Hardback |
Bifidobacteria book
Baltasar Mayo and Douwe van Sinderen (Asturias, Spain and Cork, Ireland; respectively) present a new publication Bifidobacteria: Genomics and Molecular Aspects
This book brings together the expertise and enthusiasm of leading bifidobacteria experts from around the world to provide a state-of-the art overview of the molecular biology and genomics of this important microbial genus. Topics include: ecology, genomics, comparative genomics, metabolism, acid and bile resistance, stress response, probiotic properties, antimicrobial activity, interaction with the intestinal mucosa, safety assessment of bifidobacteria, synthesis and utilization of exopolysaccharides and prebiotics, antibiotic resistance/susceptibility profiles, viability and stability in commercial preparations, mobile genetic elements, cloning vectors and genetic manipulation of bifidobacteria read more ...
This book brings together the expertise and enthusiasm of leading bifidobacteria experts from around the world to provide a state-of-the art overview of the molecular biology and genomics of this important microbial genus. Topics include: ecology, genomics, comparative genomics, metabolism, acid and bile resistance, stress response, probiotic properties, antimicrobial activity, interaction with the intestinal mucosa, safety assessment of bifidobacteria, synthesis and utilization of exopolysaccharides and prebiotics, antibiotic resistance/susceptibility profiles, viability and stability in commercial preparations, mobile genetic elements, cloning vectors and genetic manipulation of bifidobacteria read more ...
| Edited by: Baltasar Mayo and Douwe van Sinderen ISBN: 978-1-904455-68-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: August 2010 Cover: Hardback |
EBV
A new publication on EBV: Epstein-Barr Virus: Latency and Transformation was published recently. In this book, expert EBV virologists comprehensively review this important subject from a genetic, biochemical, immunological, and cell biological perspective. Topics include: latent infections, EBV leader protein, EBNA-1 in viral DNA replication and persistence, EBNA-2 in transcription activation of viral and cellular genes, the nuclear antigen family 3 in regulation of cellular processes, molecular profiles of EBV latently infected cells, latent membrane protein 1 oncoprotein, regulation of latency by LMP2A, role of noncoding RNAs in EBV-induced cell growth and transformation and the regulation of EBV latency by viral lytic proteins. This book is essential reading for all EBV virologists as well as clinical and basic scientists working on oncogenic viruses read more ...
 | Edited by: Erle S. Robertson ISBN: 978-1-904455-62-2 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
Molecular Phylogeny of Microorganisms
Aharon Oren and R. Thane Papke of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel and the University of Connecticut, USA (respectively) present a new publication on microbial phylogeny: Molecular Phylogeny of Microorganisms. Leading scientists from around the world explore current concepts in molecular phylogeny and their application with respect to microorganisms. The authors describe the different approaches applied today to elucidate the molecular phylogeny of prokaryotes (and eukaryotic protists) and review current phylogenetic methods, techniques and software tools. Topics covered include: a historical overview, computational tools, multilocus sequence analysis, 16S rRNA phylogenetic trees, rooting of the universal tree of life, applications of conserved indels, lateral gene transfer, endosymbiosis and the evolution of plastids.
This book is an ideal introduction to molecular phylogeny for all microbiologists and is an essential review of current concepts for experts in the field. A recommended text for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
This book is an ideal introduction to molecular phylogeny for all microbiologists and is an essential review of current concepts for experts in the field. A recommended text for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
| Edited by: Aharon Oren and R. Thane Papke ISBN: 978-1-904455-67-7 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: July 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
Population genetics book
The new book on Microbial Population Genetics edited by Jianping Xu (McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada) has been published and is available for immediate dispatch read more ...
Anaerobic Parasitic Protozoa
The new book on Anaerobic Parasitic Protozoa edited by C. Graham Clark, Patricia J. Johnson and Rodney D. Adam was published this week read more ...
 | Edited by: C. Graham Clark, Patricia J. Johnson and Rodney D. Adam Published: 2010 ISBN: 978-1-904455-61-5 Price: GB £159 or US $310 In this book internationally acclaimed researchers critically review the most important aspects of research on anaerobic parasitic protozoa, providing the first coherent picture of their genomics and molecular biology since the publication of the genomes. Chapters are written from a molecular and genomic perspective and contain speculative models upon which future research efforts can be based. read more ... |
Anaerobic Parasitic Protozoa
C. Graham Clark, Patricia J. Johnson and Rodney D. Adam present a new publication Anaerobic Parasitic Protozoa: Genomics and Molecular Biology. Internationally acclaimed researchers critically review the most important aspects of research on anaerobic parasitic protozoa, providing the first coherent picture of their genomics and molecular biology since the publication of the genomes. Chapters are written from a molecular and genomic perspective and contain speculative models upon which future research efforts can be based. Topics include: the genomes of Entamoeba histolytica, Trichomonas vaginalis, Giardia and other diplomonads; the cytoskeletons of Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis; genomic analyses and manipulation of gene expression in Entamoeba histolytica; nuclear and chromosomal structure and replication in Giardia; and the mitochondrion-like organelles of Blastocystis read more ....
Salmonella book
A new book entitled Salmonella: From Genome to Function has just been announced:
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 | Edited by: Steffen Porwollik ISBN: 978-1-904455-73-8 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2011 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
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PCR book
New PCR book announced:
The book describes and discusses strategies for preparing effective controls and standards for PCR, when they should be employed and how to interpret the information they provide. The significance of optimization for efficiency, precision and sensitivity of PCR methodology and essential guidance on how to troubleshoot inefficient reactions. Design and optimization techniques, the use of appropriate controls, the significance of standard curves and the principles and strategies required for effective troubleshooting. The importance of sample preparation and quality, primer design, controlling inhibitors, avoiding amplicon and environmental contamination, optimizing reagent quality and concentration, and modifying the thermal cycling protocol for optimal sensitivity and specificity read more.
The book describes and discusses strategies for preparing effective controls and standards for PCR, when they should be employed and how to interpret the information they provide. The significance of optimization for efficiency, precision and sensitivity of PCR methodology and essential guidance on how to troubleshoot inefficient reactions. Design and optimization techniques, the use of appropriate controls, the significance of standard curves and the principles and strategies required for effective troubleshooting. The importance of sample preparation and quality, primer design, controlling inhibitors, avoiding amplicon and environmental contamination, optimizing reagent quality and concentration, and modifying the thermal cycling protocol for optimal sensitivity and specificity read more.
| Edited by: Suzanne Kennedy and Nick Oswald ISBN: 978-1-904455-72-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2011 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
Retroviruses Book Review
The following excerpt is from a recent book review of Retroviruses: Molecular Biology, Genomics and Pathogenesis.
"excellent chapters on non-primate mammalian retroviruses, simian retroviruses, fish retroviruses, use of retoviral vectors, and cellular factors that restrict retroviral infection. All the chapters are beautifully illustrated and written by some of the most respected authorities in the field. I highly recommend K&B's "Retroviruses" book to both students and expert colleagues."
from Kuan-Teh Jeang (Head, Molecular Virology Section LMM, NIAID, USA) writing in Retrovirology read more ...
| Edited by: Reinhard Kurth and Norbert Bannert ISBN: 978-1-904455-55-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
Borrelia Book
The following book on the spirochete Borrelia has just been published (March 15, 2010).
| Edited by: D. Scott Samuels and Justin D. Radolf ISBN: 978-1-904455-58-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: March 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Water and Environmental Microbiology
The following new book has been announced:
 | Edited by: Keya Sen and Nicholas J. Ashbolt ISBN: 978-1-904455-70-7 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Nanotechnology in Water Treatment
The following new book has been announced:
| Edited by: T. Eugene Cloete, Michele de Kwaadsteniet, Marelize Botes and J. Manuel López-Romero ISBN: 978-1-904455-66-0 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Molecular Phylogeny of Microorganisms
The following new book has been announced:
| Edited by: Aharon Oren and R. Thane Papke ISBN: 978-1-904455-67-7 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: July 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Bifidobacteria
The following new book has been announced:
| Edited by: Baltasar Mayo and Douwe van Sinderen ISBN: 978-1-904455-68-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: August 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Signal Recognition
The following new book has been announced:
| Edited by: Stephen Spiro and Ray Dixon ISBN: 978-1-904455-69-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Insect Virology
The following new book has been announced:
 | Edited by: Sassan Asgari and Karyn N. Johnson ISBN: 978-1-904455-71-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |
New Book on Lentiviruses published today
A new book on Lentiviruses edited by Moira Desport has been has been published today read more ...
 | Edited by: Moira Desport ISBN: 978-1-904455-60-8 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: March 2010 Cover: Hardback |
New Influenza Book
The new book "Influenza: Molecular Virology" edited by Qinghua Wang and Yizhi Jane Tao has been just been published and is available for immediate dispatch read more ...
 | Edited by: Qinghua Wang and Yizhi Jane Tao ISBN: 978-1-904455-57-8 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: February 2010 Cover: Hardback read more ... |