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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... Production Editor: Louis C. Bruno, Jr. Production Assistant: Leah E. Corrigan Senior Marketing Manager: Andrea DeFronzo Text and Cover Design: Anne Spencer Illustrations: Elizabeth Morales Photo Researcher: Lee Michelsen Composition ...
... Production Editor: Louis C. Bruno, Jr. Production Assistant: Leah E. Corrigan Senior Marketing Manager: Andrea DeFronzo Text and Cover Design: Anne Spencer Illustrations: Elizabeth Morales Photo Researcher: Lee Michelsen Composition ...
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... Production Controversy Over Therapeutic Significance The Legacy of Alexander Fleming Chapter 3 Charles Nicolle (1866–1936): The Cause and Transmission of Epidemic Typhus Fever Rickettsia: An Oddball Group of Bacteria The Human Body ...
... Production Controversy Over Therapeutic Significance The Legacy of Alexander Fleming Chapter 3 Charles Nicolle (1866–1936): The Cause and Transmission of Epidemic Typhus Fever Rickettsia: An Oddball Group of Bacteria The Human Body ...
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... Production Editor, for his creativity. Lastly, many other people are behind the scenes at Jones and Bartlett, including those responsible for marketing, production, and editing, that make “it” all happen. Iam grateful to all of you ...
... Production Editor, for his creativity. Lastly, many other people are behind the scenes at Jones and Bartlett, including those responsible for marketing, production, and editing, that make “it” all happen. Iam grateful to all of you ...
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... production of antiserum and vaccines. Cruz offered Chagas an opportunity to work in the field of malaria at Manguinhous, but Chagas was attracted to the practice of medicine and elected to work (at a lower salary) in a hospital in ...
... production of antiserum and vaccines. Cruz offered Chagas an opportunity to work in the field of malaria at Manguinhous, but Chagas was attracted to the practice of medicine and elected to work (at a lower salary) in a hospital in ...
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... similarto human tissue proteins, possibly leading to a problem of autoimmunity, meaning that parasite proteins can stimulate the production of antibodies that react with tissue proteins, leading to their destruction. Reducing.
... similarto human tissue proteins, possibly leading to a problem of autoimmunity, meaning that parasite proteins can stimulate the production of antibodies that react with tissue proteins, leading to their destruction. Reducing.
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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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