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Parasitology: An Integrated Approach, 2nd Edition

ISBN: 978-1-119-64122-3

June 2022

560 pages

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Description
Parasitology

Highly detailed textbook on parasites and parasite relationships

The fully revised edition of Parasitology: An Integrated Approach holds true to its engaging and easy-to-read approach. It comprehensively covers the complex and dynamic interaction between the parasite and its host ranging from invertebrates to vertebrates. Following an integrated approach, the authors explain how the study of parasites requires an understanding of biological concepts such as growth and reproduction, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, and pathology. In this second edition, they further address parasites and parasite relationships in the grand scheme of global changes and their impact.

This textbook also reviews the often-neglected positive aspects of parasite infections and how humans have used parasites for their own advantage.

Parasitology: An Integrated Approach, 2nd edition includes supplementary learning resources such as self-assessment quizzes, practical exercises, and an extensive collection of photographs.

  • Now includes parasite life cycles in colour
  • Strong focus on parasite interactions with other pathogens such as bacteria and viruses
  • Discusses major advancements in the field of parasite diagnostics
  • Additional image material and learning resources (quizzes, practical exercises) provided online

A valuable and comprehensive learning resource for undergraduate students in the biological, biomedical and veterinary sciences and in medicine. It is also of interest to postgraduates and professionals with an interest including but not limited to parasitology, animal welfare, ecology, and medical microbiology.

About the Author
Dr Alan Gunn. Undergraduate degree in Applied Zoology, PhD in parasite biochemistry, published research papers on many aspects of parasitology, has taught parasitology to undergraduates for over 30 years. Currently module leader for final year (level 6) module in Parasitology. Considerable experience in writing textbooks: co-author with Dr Sarah Pitt of the successful first edition of Parasitology: An integrated approach. Author of Essential Forensic Biology – now in its 3rd edition.

Dr Sarah Pitt. Undergraduate degree in Microbiology, MSc in Medical Parasitology & Applied Entomology, PhD in Microbiology. Has published in parasitology, with a particular focus in clinical and diagnostic parasitology. Has extended parasitological knowledge living and working in Zimbabwe and Tajikistan . Has been teaching parasitology at undergraduate and postgraduate level for 20 years. As well as the author of the successful first edition of ‘Parasitology: An integrated approach’, has also written ‘Clinical Microbiology for Diagnostic Laboratory Scientists’ published by Wiley-Blackwell in January 2018.