Bacterial Evasion of the Host Immune System

Bacterial Evasion of the Host Immune SystemPaperback: ISBN 978 1 910190 69 2 EAN 9781910190692 In this volume expert authors critically review the most important current research in this exciting field. Topics include: the seven most important bacterial secretion systems; within host envelope remodelling; subversion of macrophages; pathogen manipulation of host autophagy; mechanisms involved in sensing and restriction of bacterial replication; mechanisms of evasion by Salmonella; evasion

Paperback: ISBN 978-1-910190-69-2 EAN 9781910190692
In this volume expert authors critically review the most important current research in this exciting field. Topics include: the seven most important bacterial secretion systems; within-host envelope remodelling; subversion of macrophages; pathogen manipulation of host autophagy; mechanisms involved in sensing and restriction of bacterial replication; mechanisms of evasion by Salmonella; evasion strategies of mycobacteria; and role of Cyclic di-GMP in virulence and evasion of plant immune systems. This text is essential reading for everyone involved in bacterial pathogenesis research and an invaluable reference work for those working in fields as diverse as medicine, biotechnology, agriculture, food and industry. A recommended acquisition for all microbiology laboratories.