The advent of the biotechnology era, especially recombinant DNA technology, is being hailed as the next weapon which scientists have in their armory in their on-going battle against parasites. This volume contains 16 contributed chapters arranged in four sections: molecular concepts, principles, and approaches; endoparasite models; ectoparasite models; and the genetics of host response and its influence on control strategies. The prime objective of the volume is to assist the cross-fertilization of disciplines involved (i.e. zoology, parasitology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and veterinary and medical science), and to this end a glossary is included which explains certain words and phrases which are accepted as the norm by specialists in that field, but may be foreign to fringe dwellers. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
This volume emphasizes the application of modern biotechnological approaches to the study and control of animal parasites. The book begins by discussing molecular concepts and principles in general before moving on to cover specific applications for endoparasites, ectoparasites, and finally the hosts themselves.
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Describes the application of biotechnology in studies of both parasites and hosts
Provides up-to-date information regarding biotechnologically influenced advances in developing viable and sustainable alternative means of controlling animal parasites
Features an in-depth glossary that explains terms and phrases commonly used in biotechnology
This volume emphasizes the application of modern biotechnological approaches to the study and control of animal parasites. The book begins by discussing molecular concepts and principles in general before moving on to cover specific applications for endoparasites, ectoparasites, and finally the hosts themselves.
Animal Parasite Control Utilizing Biotechnology will be an instrumental reference in promoting a better understanding of the host-parasite relationship and suggesting viable means of controlling economically important parasite infections of animals. The book will be invaluable to zoologists, parasitologists, microbiologists, biochemists, geneticists, immunologists, physiologists, molecular biologists, veterinarian and medical scientists, and advanced students interested in the topic.
