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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... and a specific disease, resulting in the establishment of the “germ theory of disease.” Although modified in some cases since Koch's time (because of the unique properties of viruses and prions compared to bacteria and the Contents Preface.
... and a specific disease, resulting in the establishment of the “germ theory of disease.” Although modified in some cases since Koch's time (because of the unique properties of viruses and prions compared to bacteria and the Contents Preface.
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... resulting in little progress on the railway project. He spent the next 2 years there living in a railroad carthat doubled as a clinic. Although Chagas was in Lassance to develop a campaign against malaria, he was on the trail of another ...
... resulting in little progress on the railway project. He spent the next 2 years there living in a railroad carthat doubled as a clinic. Although Chagas was in Lassance to develop a campaign against malaria, he was on the trail of another ...
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... 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.
... 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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... resulting in inoculation of trypanosomes into the skin and their subsequent invasion into the blood. The habits of the vectors are significant in their infectivity. For example, studies have shown that Triatoma infestans defecate soon ...
... resulting in inoculation of trypanosomes into the skin and their subsequent invasion into the blood. The habits of the vectors are significant in their infectivity. For example, studies have shown that Triatoma infestans defecate soon ...
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... resulted in five cases of acute Chagas disease in heart transplant recipients. The last two cases were reported by two Los Angeles county hospitals in February 2006. The first case was in December 2005 in a 64yearold man who received a ...
... resulted in five cases of acute Chagas disease in heart transplant recipients. The last two cases were reported by two Los Angeles county hospitals in February 2006. The first case was in December 2005 in a 64yearold man who received a ...
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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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