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Epigenetic Modifications and Viral Infections

Author : Silvia Carolina Galvan
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2889195872
Total Pages : 113 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (891 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetic Modifications and Viral Infections written by Silvia Carolina Galvan and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2015-07-09 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Epigenetics is defined as the study of modifications of the genome, heritable during cell division that does not involve changes in DNA sequences. Up to date, epigenetic modifications involve at least three general mechanisms regulating gene expression: histone modifications, DNA methylation, and non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs). For the past two decades, an explosion in our interest and understanding of epigenetic mechanisms has been seen. This mainly based on the influence that epigenetic alterations have on an amazing number of biological processes, such as gene expression, imprinting, programmed DNA rearrangements, germ line silencing, developmentally cued stem cell division, and overall chromosomal stability and identity. It has become also evident that the constant exposure of living organisms to environment factors affects their genomes through epigenetic mechanisms. Viruses infecting animal cells are thought to play central roles in shaping the epigenetic scenario of infected cells. In this context it has become obvious that knowing the impact that viral infections have on the epigenetic control of their host cells will certainly lead to a better understanding of the interplay viruses have with animal cells. In fact, DNA viruses use host transcription factors as well as epigenetic regulators in such a way that they affect epigenetic control of gene expression that extends to host gene expression. At the same time, animal cells employ mechanisms controlling transcription factors and epigenetic processes, in order to eliminate viral infections. In summary, epigenetic mechanisms are involved in most virus-cell interactions. We now know that some viruses exhibit epigenetic immune evasion mechanisms to survive and propagate in their host; however, there is still much ambiguity over these epigenetic mechanisms of viral immune evasion, and most of the discovered mechanisms are still incomplete. Other animal viruses associated to cancer often deregulate cellular epigenetic mechanisms, silencing cellular tumor-suppressor genes and/or activating either viral or host cell oncogenes. In addition, in several cancers the down-regulation of tumor suppressor protein-coding genes and ncRNAs with growth inhibitory functions, such as miRNAs, have been closely linked to the presence of cell CpG island promoter hypermethylation. The goal of the aforementioned Research Topic is to bring together the key experimental and theoretical research, linking state-of-the-art knowledge about the epigenetic mechanisms involved in animal virus-cell interactions.

Epigenetic Regulation Mechanisms in Viral Infections

Author : Burcu Biterge S√ot
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (139 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetic Regulation Mechanisms in Viral Infections written by Burcu Biterge S√ot and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The outbreak of Coronavirus Disease-2019 (Covid-19), caused by a novel and highly pathogenic coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2, SARS-CoV-2), is a persisting global health concern. Research so far has successfully identified the molecular mechanisms of viral entry, alterations within the host cell upon infection, and the stimulation of an immune response to fight it. One of the most important cellular regulatory machineries within the host cell to be affected by the SARS-CoV-2 infection is epigenetic regulation, which modulates transcriptional activity by DNA sequence-independent factors such as DNA-methylation, RNA interference and histone modifications. Several studies in the literature have previously reported epigenetic alterations within the host due to infections of the Coronaviridae family viruses including SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV that antagonized immune system activation. Recent studies have also identified epigenetic dysregulation of host metabolism by SARS-CoV-2 infection, linking epigenetic mechanisms with the pathophysiology and illness severity of Covid-19. Therefore, this book chapter aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the epigenetic regulation mechanisms in viral infections with a special focus on SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Epigenetics of Infectious Diseases

Author : Walter Doerfler
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319550217
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetics of Infectious Diseases written by Walter Doerfler and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-05-26 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present volume of Epigenetics and Human Health is devoted to the patho-epigenetics of viral and microbial infections, an exiting new field of disease-related epigenetic research. As recognized during the past years, epigenetic reprogramming of pathogen and host genome functions – the latter frequently induced by pathogens – plays an important role in many infectious processes. Beyond their immediate relevance for pathogen proliferation and obligatorily associated symptoms, such alterations frequently contribute to severe additional complications, such as the development of immunodeficiency, cancer and various chronic disorders. This holds in particular for epigenetic dysregulation of host gene expression induced by latent infections. The present book summarizes current knowledge of the mechanisms underlying epigenetic changes caused by viral, bacterial, fungal and protozoan infections and their impact on human health.

Patho-Epigenetics of Infectious Disease

Author : Janos Minarovits
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319247387
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Patho-Epigenetics of Infectious Disease written by Janos Minarovits and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-12-11 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Epigenetic modification of cellular genomes is a fascinating means of regulating tissue- and cell type-specific gene expression in all developmental stages of the life of an organism. Carefully orchestrated processes, such as DNA methylation and a plenitude of specific histone modifications secure the faithful transmission of gene expression patterns to progeny cells. Upon chronic infection, the epigenetic cellular balance can become disrupted and, in the long run, through the epigenetic reprogramming of host cell genomes, contribute to the malignant conversion of formerly healthy cells, in many cases preceded by the establishment of an epigenetic field of cancerization. The present volume undertakes to highlight the interactions of infectious pathogens and their effector molecules with the epigenetic regulatory machinery of the cell. Clearly, the recent take-off of epigenetics research did not leave Research on Infectious Diseases and Infection-Associated Cancer untouched. This resulted in a great many of clinically relevant data on understanding the molecular mechanisms of chronic infectious disease. Infectious pathogen- and disease-specific epigenetic alterations are already being used for the early detection of malignant disease and for the prediction of chemotherapy resistance or response to treatment.

Mechanisms of Epigenetic Regulation Relevant to Innate Responses Against Pathogens

Author : Clara Lorente-Sorolla Martínez-Acítores
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 165 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (122 download)

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Download or read book Mechanisms of Epigenetic Regulation Relevant to Innate Responses Against Pathogens written by Clara Lorente-Sorolla Martínez-Acítores and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This doctoral thesis describes the participation of epigenetic mechanisms, and more specifically DNA methylation, in innate immune responses against pathogens.Innate immunity is the first barrier of defense against infection. Monocytes, which are part of this innate response, orchestrate the host's antimicrobial protective responses by phagocyting and releasing various inflammatory cytokines to kill microorganisms. In addition, monocytes differentiate into macrophages and dendritic cells, which are also responsible for antigenic presentation and the consequent activation of adaptive responses. In recent years, it has been described that cells of the innate system have immune memory, responding in a more effective (trained immunity) or attenuated (endotoxin tolerance) way, against second infections. It is necessary to improve our knowledge about the cellular and molecular mechanisms that take place after an infection. The immune response is highly controlled and regulated by complex networks formed by signaling cascades, transcription factors and epigenetic mechanisms, among others.Sepsis is defined as a life-threating organic dysfunction caused by a dysregulated response to infection. Immune response in sepsis is characterized by an initial systemic inflammation followed by a state of immunosuppression, in which the immune cells acquire a tolerated phenotype, thus constituting a pathological model for the study of innate memory. In this thesis, we have studied potential DNA methylation changes in monocytes from patients with sepsis. We have described for the first time the existence of DNA methylation alterations in patients with sepsis compared to healthy controls. In addition, we have observed that DNA methylation changes correlate with IL-10 and IL-6 levels, which are increased in patients with sepsis. Between genes that show altered methylation, we found some related to IL-1 and TLR signaling and the JAK/STAT pathway, relevant pathways in the immune response against infectious agents. Finally, we also found that methylation in relevant genes is associated with organ dysfunction in septic patients.In parallel, we have performed in vitro studies on monocytes after toll-like receptor (TLR) stimulation to unravel the role of DNA methylation in the acquisition of innate memory. Statistical analysis of the data revealed specific demethylation after stimulation of TLRs. We have seen how genes relevant to monocyte function and physiology are regulated by DNA demethylation. In addition, we observed an overexpression of those genes that are specifically demethylated after LPS stimulation. The study of DNA methylation during these inflammatory processes may reveal new therapeutic strategies to reverse the immune tolerance state." -- TDX.

The Epigenetics of Autoimmunity

Author : Rongxin Zhang
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128099283
Total Pages : 434 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book The Epigenetics of Autoimmunity written by Rongxin Zhang and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-04-25 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Epigenetics of Autoimmunity covers a topic directly related to translational epigenetics. Via epigenetic mechanisms, a number of internal and external environmental risk factors, including smoking, nutrition, viral infection and the exposure to chemicals, could exert their influence on the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases. Such factors could impact the epigenetic mechanisms, which, in turn, build relationship with the regulation of gene expression, and eventually triggering immunologic events that result in instability of immune system. Since epigenetic aberrations are known to play a key role in a long list of human diseases, the translational significance of autoimmunity epigenetics is very high. To bridge the gap between environmental and genetic factors, over the past few years, great progress has been made in identifying detailed epigenetic mechanisms for autoimmune diseases. Furthermore, with rapid advances in technological development, high-throughput screening approaches and other novel technologies support the systematic investigations and facilitate the epigenetic identification. This book covers autoimmunity epigenetics from a disease-oriented perspective and several chapters are presented that provide advances in wide-spread disorders or diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), multiple sclerosis (MS), type 1 diabetes (T1DM), systemic sclerosis (SSc), primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS) and autoimmune thyroid diseases (AITDs). These emerging epigenetic studies provide new insights into autoimmune diseases, raising great expectations among researchers and clinicians. This seminal book on this topic comprehensively covers the most recent advances in this exciting and rapidly developing new science. They might reveal not only new clinical biomarkers for diagnosis and disease progression, but also novel targets for potential epigenetic therapeutic treatment. Provides the accurate and cutting-edge information on autoimmunity epigenetics Wide coverage appeals to those interested in fundamental epigenetics and inheritance to those with more clinical interests Critical reviews of the mean of deriving and analysing autoimmunity epigenetics information as well as its translational potential Up-to-date coverage of emerging topics in autoimmunity epigenetics

Epstein Barr Virus Volume 2

Author : Christian Münz
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 331922834X
Total Pages : 493 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Epstein Barr Virus Volume 2 written by Christian Münz and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Epstein Barr virus (EBV) was discovered as the first human tumor virus around 50 years ago. Since its discovery in Burkitt’s lymphoma it has been associated with various other malignancies, infectious mononucleosis and even autoimmune diseases. The two book volumes on EBV summarize the first 50 years of research on this tumor virus, starting with historical perspectives on discovery, oncogenicity and immune control, reviewing the role that the virus plays in the various associated diseases and concluding with a discussion on how the immune system keeps persistent EBV infection under control in healthy EBV carriers and can be used to treat EBV associated diseases. The respective 32 chapters are written by international experts from three continents for health care providers, biomedical researchers and patients that are affected by EBV. The assembled knowledge should help to understand EBV associated diseases better and to develop EBV specific vaccination in the near future.

Epigenetics in Health and Disease

Author : Igor Kovalchuk
Publisher : FT Press
ISBN 13 : 0132599511
Total Pages : 609 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (325 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetics in Health and Disease written by Igor Kovalchuk and published by FT Press. This book was released on 2012-05-22 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first comprehensive, authoritative, and easy-to-understand introduction to modern epigenetics. Authored by two active researchers in the field, it introduces key concepts one step at a time, enabling students at all levels to benefit from it. The authors begin by presenting a historical overview that places epigenetics in context, and makes it clear that the field is not (as some presume) completely new. Next, they introduce and explain key epigenetic mechanisms, and discuss the roles these mechanisms may play in inheritance, organism development, health and disease, behavior, evolution, ecology, and the interaction of individual organisms with their environments. Coverage includes: non-coding RNAs in each kingdom; allelic interactions; CRYSPR; gene silencing; epigenetics of germline and epigenetic memory; epigenetic regulation of genome stability and plant stress response; and much more. The authors conclude by offering significant new insights into how knowledge of epigenetics and epigenomics may promote the development of technologies and solutions in areas ranging from behavioral neuroscience to cancer treatment, toxicology to the development of hardier crops.

Histone Modifications in Therapy

Author : Pedro Castelo-Branco
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128164220
Total Pages : 490 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Download or read book Histone Modifications in Therapy written by Pedro Castelo-Branco and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2020-09-04 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Histone Modifications in Therapy provides an in-depth analysis of the role of histone mechanisms in major diseases and the promise of targeting histone modifications for disease prevention and treatment. Here, researchers, clinicians and students will discover a thorough, evidence-based discussion of the biology of histones, the diseases engaged by aberrant histone modifications, and pathways with therapeutic potential. Expert chapter addresses the role of histone modifications across a variety of disorders, including cancer, neuropsychiatric, neurodegenerative, cardiac, metabolic, infectious, bacterial, autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, among others. In relation to these disease types, histone modifications are discussed, both as mechanisms of prevention and possible treatment. A concluding chapter brings together future perspectives for targeting histone modifications in therapy and next steps in research. Examines the use of histone modifications in disease prevention and therapy Explores the role of histone modifications in cancer, neuropsychiatric, neurodegenerative, cardiac, metabolic, infectious, bacterial, and inflammatory disease, among others Features chapters from a broad range of international authors and disease specialists

Epigenetic Biomarkers and Diagnostics

Author : Jose Luis Garcia-Gimenez
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128019212
Total Pages : 698 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetic Biomarkers and Diagnostics written by Jose Luis Garcia-Gimenez and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2015-12-07 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Epigenetic Biomarkers and Diagnostics comprises 31 chapters contributed by leading active researchers in basic and clinical epigenetics. The book begins with the basis of epigenetic mechanisms and descriptions of epigenetic biomarkers that can be used in clinical diagnostics and prognostics. It goes on to discuss classical methods and next generation sequencing-based technologies to discover and analyze epigenetic biomarkers. The book concludes with an account of DNA methylation, post-translational modifications and noncoding RNAs as the most promising biomarkers for cancer (i.e. breast, lung, colon, etc.), metabolic disorders (i.e. diabetes and obesity), autoimmune diseases, infertility, allergy, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. The book describes the challenging aspects of research in epigenetics, and current findings regarding new epigenetic elements and modifiers, providing guidance for researchers interested in the most advanced technologies and tested biomarkers to be used in the clinical diagnosis or prognosis of disease. Focuses on recent progress in several areas of epigenetics, general concepts regarding epigenetics, and the future prospects of this discipline in clinical diagnostics and prognostics Describes the importance of the quality of samples and clinical associated data, and also the ethical issues for epigenetic diagnostics Discusses the advances in epigenomics technologies, including next-generation sequencing based tools and applications Expounds on the utility of epigenetic biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis of several diseases, highlighting the study of these biomarkers in cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, infertility, and infectious diseases Includes a special section that discusses the relevance of biobanks in the maintenance of high quality biosamples and clinical-associated data, and the relevance of the ethical aspects in epigenetic studies

Influenza Pathogenesis and Control - Volume I

Author : Richard W. Compans
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319111558
Total Pages : 442 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (191 download)

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Download or read book Influenza Pathogenesis and Control - Volume I written by Richard W. Compans and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-10-08 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This two-volume work covers the molecular and cell biology, genetics and evolution of influenza viruses, the pathogenesis of infection, resultant host innate and adaptive immune response, prevention of infection through vaccination and approaches to the therapeutic control of infection.. Experts at the forefront of these areas provide critical assessments with regard to influenza virology, immunology, cell and molecular biology, and pathogenesis. Volume I provides overviews of the latest findings on molecular determinants of viral pathogenicity, virus entry and cell tropism, pandemic risk assessment, transmission and pathogenesis in animal species, viral evolution, ecology and antigenic variation, while Volume II focuses on the role of innate and adaptive immunity in pathogenesis, development of vaccines and antivirals.

Immuno-Epigenetic Markers for Infectious Diseases

Author : Antonio C. R. Vallinoto
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2889633640
Total Pages : 123 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (896 download)

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Download or read book Immuno-Epigenetic Markers for Infectious Diseases written by Antonio C. R. Vallinoto and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Human Herpesviruses

Author : Ann Arvin
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139461648
Total Pages : 1325 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (394 download)

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Download or read book Human Herpesviruses written by Ann Arvin and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2007-08-16 with total page 1325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive account of the human herpesviruses provides an encyclopedic overview of their basic virology and clinical manifestations. This group of viruses includes human simplex type 1 and 2, Epstein–Barr virus, Kaposi's Sarcoma-associated herpesvirus, cytomegalovirus, HHV6A, 6B and 7, and varicella-zoster virus. The viral diseases and cancers they cause are significant and often recurrent. Their prevalence in the developed world accounts for a major burden of disease, and as a result there is a great deal of research into the pathophysiology of infection and immunobiology. Another important area covered within this volume concerns antiviral therapy and the development of vaccines. All these aspects are covered in depth, both scientifically and in terms of clinical guidelines for patient care. The text is illustrated generously throughout and is fully referenced to the latest research and developments.

Targeting Epigenetics in Inflammatory Lung Diseases

Author : Gaurav Gupta
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9819947804
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (199 download)

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Download or read book Targeting Epigenetics in Inflammatory Lung Diseases written by Gaurav Gupta and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2024-01-21 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses the role of epigenetics in pathogenesis of different pulmonary diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, pulmonary tuberculosis, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary infections. It also explores post-translational modifications in DNA and histones for improving the understanding of lung diseases. This book helps in understanding the epigenetic mechanisms towards the development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Further, the book provides insight into the underlying molecular mechanisms involved in the epigenetic regulation of inflammation, which may have novel implications in designing small molecule inhibitors that target the epigenetic machinery for the effective treatment of a variety of inflammation‐related diseases. This book is a valuable resource for academics, research and industry professionals working in respiratory biology.

HIV-1 Latency

Author : Guido Silvestri
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 303002816X
Total Pages : 253 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (3 download)

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Download or read book HIV-1 Latency written by Guido Silvestri and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-10-11 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume summarizes recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of HIV-1 latency, in characterizing residual viral reservoirs, and in developing targeted interventions to reduce HIV-1 persistence during antiretroviral therapy. Specific chapters address the molecular mechanisms that govern and regulate HIV-1 transcription and latency; assays and technical approaches to quantify viral reservoirs in humans and animal models; the complex interchange between viral reservoirs and the host immune system; computational strategies to model viral reservoir dynamics; and the development of therapeutic approaches that target viral reservoir cells. With contributions from an interdisciplinary group of investigators that cover a broad spectrum of subjects, from molecular virology to proof-of-principle clinical trials, this book is a valuable resource for basic scientists, translational investigators, infectious-disease physicians, individuals living with HIV/AIDS and the general public.

Epigenetics of the Immune System

Author : Dieter Kabelitz
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128179643
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Download or read book Epigenetics of the Immune System written by Dieter Kabelitz and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2020-06-18 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Epigenetics of the Immune System focuses on different aspects of epigenetics and immunology, providing readers with the fundamental mechanisms relating to epigenetics and the immune system. This book provides in-depth information on immune cells as a toolbox in deciphering systematically regulated mechanisms using "omics" and computational biology approaches. In addition, the book presents the translational importance of epigenetics and the immune system in our understanding of pathophysiology in diseases and its therapeutic applications. Provides an overview of most important immune mechanisms, the current status of epigenetics, and how both of them are brought together Presents key principles of immune mechanisms in epigenetics, presenting current findings and key principles Features in-depth chapter contributions from a wide range of international researchers and specialists in immunology, translational medicine and epigenetics Merges two very large areas, covering the unique interrelatedness of epigenetics and immunology

The Epstein-Barr Virus

Author : M. A. Epstein
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642672361
Total Pages : 467 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (426 download)

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Download or read book The Epstein-Barr Virus written by M. A. Epstein and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Epstein-Barr virus was discovered 15 years ago. Since that time an immense body of information has been accumu lated on this agent which has come to assume great signifi cance in many different fields of biological science. Thus, the virus has very special relevance in human medicine and oncology, in tumor virology, in immunology, and in mole cular virology, since it is the cause of infectious mononu cleosis and also the first human cancer virus, etiologically related to endemic Burkitt's lymphoma and probably to nasopharyngeal carcinoma. In addition, continuous human lymphoid cell lines initiated and maintained by the transform ing function of the virus genome provide a laboratory tool with wide and ever-growing applications. Innumerable papers on the Epstein-Barr virus have ap peared over recent years and reports of work with this agent now constitute a veritable flood. The present book provides the first and only comprehensive, authoritative over-view of all aspects of the virus by authors who have been the original and major contributors in their particular disciplines. A complete and up-to-date survey of this unique and important agent is thus provided which should be of great interest to experts, teachers, and students engaged in cancer research, virology, immunology, molecular biology, epide miology, and cell culture. Where topics have been dealt with from more than one of these viewpoints, some inevitable overlap and duplication has resulted; although this has been kept to a minimum, it has been retained in some places because of positive usefulness.