9783030363109-3030363104-Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 424)

Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 424)

ISBN-13: 9783030363109
ISBN-10: 3030363104
Edition: 1st ed. 2019
Author: Thomas V. Inglesby, Amesh A. Adalja
Publication date: 2019
Publisher: Springer
Format: Hardcover 135 pages
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ISBN-13: 9783030363109
ISBN-10: 3030363104
Edition: 1st ed. 2019
Author: Thomas V. Inglesby, Amesh A. Adalja
Publication date: 2019
Publisher: Springer
Format: Hardcover 135 pages

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Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 424) (ISBN-13: 9783030363109 and ISBN-10: 3030363104), written by authors Thomas V. Inglesby, Amesh A. Adalja, was published by Springer in 2019. With an overall rating of 4.4 stars, it's a notable title among other Immunology (Basic Medical Sciences) books. You can easily purchase or rent Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 424) (Hardcover) from BooksRun, along with many other new and used Immunology books and textbooks. And, if you're looking to sell your copy, our current buyback offer is $0.3.

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This volume focuses on Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (GCBRs), a special class of infectious disease outbreaks or pandemics in which the combined capacity of the world's private and government resources becomes severely strained. These events, of which the 1918 influenza pandemic is emblematic, cause severe disruptions in the normal functioning of the world, exact heavy tolls in terms of morbidity and mortality, and lead to major economic losses.

GCBRs can be caused by any type of microorganism, and myriad contextual factors can influence their impact. Additionally, there are cascading questions that arise in connection with GCBR prediction, preparation, and response.

This book gathers contributions from thought leaders who discuss the multi-faceted approaches needed in order to address this problem. From understanding the special characteristics of various microbes to financing challenges, the volume provides an essential primer on a neglected but highly relevant topic. Physicians, scientists, policymakers, public health practitioners and anyone with an interest in the field of pandemics, emerging infectious disease, biosecurity, and global health security will find it a valuable and insightful resource.

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