Overview

Members of the genus Campylobacter are commonly found in the gastrointestinal tract of mammals and birds, and can be commensal or pathogenic in nature. For example, Campylobacter jejuni can be a harmless commensal organism in poultry and other avian and animal hosts, but in humans, it is pathogenic and the most common cause of bacterial gastroenteritis worldwide. In recent years, the application of DNA sequencing and 'omics' technologies to large numbers of isolates has allowed Campylobacter research to advance rapidly, revealing fascinating new insights into the cellular biology and evolution of this highly variable group of bacteria. In this book, internationally recognized experts critically review and provide novel insights into important aspects Campylobacter research. The book is divided into four sections: mechanisms of evolution, adaptations to host colonization, molecular epidemiology, and ecology in poultry. The topics covered range from the mechanisms of evolution through the processes of host colonization and within host adaptation, as well as epidemiology to considerations of their broader biochemical and ecological properties.

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Author:   Samuel K. Sheppard ,  Guillaume Meric
Publisher:   Caister Academic Press
Imprint:   Caister Academic Press
Dimensions:   Width: 18.00cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 25.10cm
Weight:   1.315kg
ISBN:  

9781908230362

ISBN 10:   1908230363
Pages:   360
Publication Date:   01 April 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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