Prions and Mad Cow Disease

Prions and BSE

Prions and Mad Cow Disease, edited by Brian K. Nunnally and Ira S. Krull, explores prion proteins and their role in bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) and other transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs). Featuring contributions from international experts, the book examines prion detection, diagnostic testing, disease surveillance, and research methods. It provides valuable scientific information for understanding prion-related diseases and improving diagnostic and monitoring approaches.

Key Features:

• Explores prions and their association with mad cow disease
• Examines bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)
• Covers transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs)
• Discusses prion protein detection and analysis
• Reviews diagnostic methods for prion-related diseases
• Highlights disease surveillance and monitoring strategies
• Explores research into transmissible neurodegenerative diseases
• Discusses approaches to tracking prions and disease transmission
• Features contributions from 36 international experts
• Useful for veterinary researchers, laboratory scientists, and professionals studying prion diseases