{"product_id":"parasitology-an-integrated-approach-paperback","title":"Parasitology: An Integrated Approach - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlan Gunn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSarah J. Pitt\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eParasitology\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighly detailed textbook on parasites and parasite relationships\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fully revised edition of \u003ci\u003eParasitology: An Integrated Approach \u003c\/i\u003eholds 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis textbook also reviews the often-neglected positive aspects of parasite infections and how humans have used parasites for their own advantage. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eParasitology: An Integrated Approach, 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e edition\u003c\/i\u003e includes supplementary learning resources such as self-assessment quizzes, practical exercises, and an extensive collection of photographs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow includes parasite life cycles in colour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong focus on parasite interactions with other pathogens such as bacteria and viruses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses major advancements in the field of parasite diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional image material and learning resources (quizzes, practical exercises) provided online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighly detailed textbook on parasites and parasite relationships\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fully revised edition of \u003ci\u003eParasitology: An Integrated Approach \u003c\/i\u003eholds 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis textbook also reviews the often-neglected positive aspects of parasite infections and how humans have used parasites for their own advantage. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eParasitology: An Integrated Approach, 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e edition\u003c\/i\u003e includes supplementary learning resources such as self-assessment quizzes, practical exercises, and an extensive collection of photographs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow includes parasite life cycles in colour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong focus on parasite interactions with other pathogens such as bacteria and viruses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses major advancements in the field of parasite diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional image material and learning resources (quizzes, practical exercises) provided online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr. Alan Gunn\u003c\/b\u003e has an undergraduate degree in Applied Zoology and a PhD in parasite biochemistry. He is Principal Lecturer and Subject Leader for Biosciences at the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University, UK. He has published research papers on many aspects of parasitology and taught parasitology to undergraduates for over 30 years. As well as authoring the successful first edition of 'Parasitology: An integrated approach' he has also written 'Essential Forensic Biology', the third edition of which was published by Wiley-Blackwell in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr. Sarah J. Pitt\u003c\/b\u003e has an undergraduate degree in Microbiology, MSc in Medical Parasitology \u0026amp; Applied Entomology, and a PhD in Microbiology. She is Principal Lecturer in Microbiology at the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Brighton, UK, and a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science. She has published in parasitology with a particular focus in clinical and diagnostic parasitology. She gained extensive practical parasitological knowledge living and working in Zimbabwe and Tajikistan. She has been teaching parasitology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels for over 20 years. As well as co-authoring the first edition of 'Parasitology: An integrated approach', she has also written 'Clinical Microbiology for Diagnostic Laboratory Scientists', published by Wiley-Blackwell in January 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 560\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.02 x 9.76 x 6.93 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 12, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42733371293759,"sku":"9781119641193","price":171.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/8727bd621f75f9b02e1f32d55628f810.webp?v=1765135684","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/parasitology-an-integrated-approach-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}