Pathogenic Coronaviruses of Humans and Animals: SARS, MERS, COVID-19, and Animal Coronaviruses with Zoonotic Potential

Animal & Human Coronaviruses

Pathogenic Coronaviruses of Humans and Animals provides an overview of important human and animal coronaviruses, including SARS, MERS, and COVID-19, with emphasis on zoonotic transmission. It covers coronavirus classification, disease mechanisms, immune responses, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, surveillance, and the role of domestic, agricultural, companion, and wild animals. The book also explores viral mutation, pandemic preparedness, modeling, and future infectious disease risks.

Key Features

• Covers major pathogenic human coronaviruses
• Discusses SARS, MERS, and COVID-19
• Examines animal coronaviruses with zoonotic potential
• Introduces coronavirus classification
• Reviews basic virology and immune responses
• Explains coronavirus disease mechanisms
• Covers diagnosis and treatment approaches
• Discusses prevention and protective measures
• Examines zoonotic transmission from animals
• Includes wild, agricultural, and companion animals
• Addresses coronavirus surveillance
• Explores viral mutation and emerging threats
• Discusses pandemic preparedness and modeling
• Connects veterinary and human infectious diseases
• Provides a One Health perspective on coronavirus risks