Avian Virology: Current Research and Future Trends

Avian Virology

Avian Virology: Current Research and Future Trends is a comprehensive reference on the major viral diseases affecting poultry and other birds. It examines viral biology, genome organization, genetics, pathogenesis, epidemiology, immunity, diagnosis, prevention, and control, while also addressing zoonotic risks such as highly pathogenic avian influenza. The book brings together current research and future challenges from internationally recognized experts in avian virus research.

Key Features

• Comprehensive reference on avian viruses
• Covers major poultry viral diseases
• Avian influenza and zoonotic viruses
• Infectious bronchitis and Newcastle disease
• Infectious bursal and chicken anemia viruses
• Marek's disease and avian leukosis
• Avian adenovirus, reovirus, poxvirus, and paramyxoviruses
• Viral genome organization, proteins, and genetics
• Epizootiology and pathogenesis
• Host immune responses to viral infection
• Diagnosis, prevention, and disease control
• Current research and future challenges