Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century (e-bog) af Nicoletti, Marcello
Nicoletti, Marcello (forfatter)

Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century e-bog

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Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive look at the most notorious diseases carried by insects. It offers an assessment of current and potential insect-vectored diseases as they relate to human health and agricultural and livestock production. Written by a leading expert in insect-borne diseases, it examines the history of insect-borne diseases, beginning with those t...
E-bog 1021,49 DKK
Forfattere Nicoletti, Marcello (forfatter)
Udgivet 13 august 2020
Længde 386 sider
Genrer Zoology: invertebrates
Sprog English
Format pdf
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9780128187074
Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive look at the most notorious diseases carried by insects. It offers an assessment of current and potential insect-vectored diseases as they relate to human health and agricultural and livestock production. Written by a leading expert in insect-borne diseases, it examines the history of insect-borne diseases, beginning with those that have been well-known to scientists for decades, also including recent outbreaks like Zika. The book takes into consideration environmental conditions and climate change and explores the bionetworks and system biology of potential new superorganisms, offering preventative and protective solutions. This is a must-have resource for entomology researchers and students who seek the most up-to-date information on disease-causing pathogens transmitted by insects. This book will also serve as a resource for ordinary people whose lives may be affected by such diseases. Details the leading insect-transmitted diseases, including malaria, West Nile, Zika, dengue, yellow fever and Xylella Examines containment issues, including resistance phenomena among insects and microorganisms Offers alternative solutions to protection and prevention, including natural and environmentally-friendly insecticides