Download or read book The Dictionary of Virology written by Brian W.J. Mahy and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-02-26 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised and updated to take into account the new taxonomy and grouping changes made by the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses in their 8th Report, The Dictionary of Virology provides an authoritative and concise list of all viruses affecting vertebrate species, from humans to fish. Includes the new viruses of medical or veterinary importance that have emerged since 2001, such as the new human coronaviruses, SARS and NL63 and a new subtype of influenza (H1N2) Includes new terms in virology Extensive cross-referencing and illustrative tables further enhance the use of this book