Gram Positive Pathogens, 3rd Edition

Publication Year: 2019

Author / Editor: Vincent A. Fischetti, Richard P. Novick, Joseph J. Ferretti, Daniel A. Portnoy, Miriam Braunstein, and Julian I. Rood (Editors)

Overview: This comprehensive reference text provides an in-depth examination of the biology, genetics, and pathogenesis of gram-positive bacterial infections. It covers structural components, pathogenic mechanisms, and host-pathogen interactions associated with major clinical pathogens.

Key Topics Covered:

The Gram-Positive Cell Wall and Surface Proteins
Streptococcus Species (Groups A, B, C, G, Pneumoniae, and Enterococci)
Staphylococcus Biology, Genetics, and Mobile Genetic Elements
Secreted Toxins, Immune Evasion, and Vaccine Approaches