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OverviewMore than one third of the world's population are infected with parasitic nematodes and infection of domestic animals remains a substantial drain on human wellbeing and economies. An understanding of the structure and function of genes, membrane and antigens of parasitic nematodes will help develop strategies to eliminate them or reduce their impact. This book outlines the advances made in the expanding area of research. Full Product DetailsAuthor: M.W. Kennedy , W. HarnettPublisher: CABI Publishing Imprint: CABI Publishing Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 3.20cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 1.111kg ISBN: 9780851994239ISBN 10: 0851994237 Pages: 496 Publication Date: February 2001 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsBiophysical properties of the nematode surface; structure and biosynthesis of cuticular proteins of lymphatic filarial parasites; the surface antigens of the filarial nematode Brugia ; collagen genes in Ascaris ; synthesis and replacement of nematode cuticle components; Toxocara cains - secreted glycoconjugate antigens; immunology, biochemistry and molecular biology of hookworm antigens; parasite enzymes in the diagnosis of onchocerca volvulus ; the antibody repertoire in nematode infections.ReviewsAnyone interested in parasitic diseases caused by nematodes, from both a research and teaching perspective, should purchase this book. Importantly, the presentation is excellent and continues the high standards of CABI Publishing. This book represents a timely and informative contribution to any parasitological library, and as stated earlier, is a most useful resource for researchers and teachers in the field. Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |