Nicholas Acheson's 2 nd Edition of Fundamentals of Molecular Virology builds upon the first issue and focuses more on viruses with even more in-depth and up-to-date sources of information. More context has been contributed by prominent virologists provides a thorough presentation of basic and contemporary concepts in virology.

FEATURES OF FUNDAMENTALS OF MOLECULAR VIROLOGY:

• Clear style. Written in a simple and clear style for students with a background in cell and molecular biology.
• Full-color figures. Numerous full-color figures complement the text and illustrate virus structure, genome organization, and individual steps in virus replication.
• Extended coverage. This second edition has five new chapters: Cucumber Mosaic Virus; Viruses of Archaea; Viruses of Algae and the giant Mimivirus; Intrinsic Cellular Responses Against Virus Infection; and Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses to Virus Infection. All other chapters have been revised and updated.
• Study aids include thumbnail sketches of each virus group, informative chapter subheadings, and a comprehensive glossary with definitions of numerous terms.
• Chapter introductions give historical background and information about viral diseases.
• Text boxes throughout the book feature exciting and current developments in molecular virology or practical applications of viruses in science and medicine.
• Key Terms, Fundamental Concepts, and Review Questions at the end of each chapter help students review and organize information they have learned.
• Information on human pathogens. Includes chapters on important human pathogens including herpes viruses, hepatitis B and C viruses, human immunodeficiency virus, influenza viruses, measles virus, poliovirus, smallpox virus, West Nile virus, and others.

Designed for students learning about viruses for the first time at the undergraduate or graduate level, Fundamentals of Molecular Virology is presented in a style which relates to today's students and professors. This book is also a valuable, up-to-date source of information for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and research scientists working with viruses. Chapters contributed by prominent virologists were edited to conform to a clear and accessible style. The text provides a thorough presentation of basic and contemporary concepts in virology for a student's first exposure to the field.