20th Century Microbe Hunters: This title is Print on DemandInspire your students with the stories behind the achievements of ten 20th century microbiologists. These dramatic portrayals reveal the excitement, diligence, and often sacrifice of these eminent researchers and humanitarians. An engaging journey through science, and public health, 20th Century Microbe Hunters is a must-have for anyone making a foray into the fascinating world of microbiology. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition. |
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... intervals. The insects are able to survive for 3 to 6 months between feedings. Although unusual, severe allergic reactions to proteins in the insect's saliva can occur, possibly resulting in death due to anaphylactic shock. Although.
... intervals. The insects are able to survive for 3 to 6 months between feedings. Although unusual, severe allergic reactions to proteins in the insect's saliva can occur, possibly resulting in death due to anaphylactic shock. Although.
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This title is Print on Demand Robert I Krasner. occur, possibly resulting in death due to anaphylactic shock. Although not unique to Chagas disease, infection is linked to poverty and poorly constructed houses. The bugs are light ...
This title is Print on Demand Robert I Krasner. occur, possibly resulting in death due to anaphylactic shock. Although not unique to Chagas disease, infection is linked to poverty and poorly constructed houses. The bugs are light ...
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... occurred in January 2006 in a 73yearold man who had received a heart transplant. A few months later he became ill, and T. cruzi trypomastigotes were present in his blood. The source of infection turned out to be an organ donor who had ...
... occurred in January 2006 in a 73yearold man who had received a heart transplant. A few months later he became ill, and T. cruzi trypomastigotes were present in his blood. The source of infection turned out to be an organ donor who had ...
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... occurred in which 17 people were infected by drinking assai palm fruit juice believed to be contaminated with triatomids crushed in the juice pressing. More recently, in March 2005, several people in Santa Catarina, Brazil acquired ...
... occurred in which 17 people were infected by drinking assai palm fruit juice believed to be contaminated with triatomids crushed in the juice pressing. More recently, in March 2005, several people in Santa Catarina, Brazil acquired ...
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This title is Print on Demand Robert I Krasner. transmission occurred by infected trypanosomebearing insects. Just as ... occur for as long as 30 to 40 years later. The chronic stages includes the possibility of neurological disorders ...
This title is Print on Demand Robert I Krasner. transmission occurred by infected trypanosomebearing insects. Just as ... occur for as long as 30 to 40 years later. The chronic stages includes the possibility of neurological disorders ...
Contents
The Mold that Changed the World | |
The Cause and Transmission of Epidemic Typhus Fever | |
Discovery of the Influenza Virus | |
Development of the First Polio Vaccine | |
of Smallpox | |
Eradication | |
D Carleton Gajdusek b 1923 | |
PrionsAll But the | |
The Legacy of Robert Gallo and Luc Montagnier | |
Eradication of Guinea Worm Disease | |
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