Guide to Foodborne Pathogens

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 384 pages
• Published by: Wiley-Interscience
• Edition: 1st Edition August 31, 2001
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0471350346
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0471350347
• Book Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Weighs: 1.5 pounds

Product Review
"its purpose was accomplished very well" -- Food Science & Technology, Vol. 16, No. 2

"If readers have ever been concerned about food poisoning, Guide to Foodborne Pathogens should be on their must-read list." -- Choice, Vol. 39, No. 7, March 2002

"Presents 22 contributions addressing a wide array of microbial food safety issues, written in language that is understandable to a general audience." -- SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4, December 2001

"Presents 22 contributions addressing a wide array of microbial food safety issues, written in language that is understandable to a general audience." (SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4, December 2001)

"If readers have ever been concerned about food poisoning, Guide to Foodborne Pathogens should be on their must-read list." (Choice, Vol. 39, No. 7, March 2002)

Product Description
This volume of Guide to Foodborne Pathogens offers broad and accessible coverage of the pathogens–bacteria, viruses, and parasites–most commonly responsible for foodborne illness. It discusses the nature of illnesses; the epidemiology of pathogens; and current detection, prevention, and control methods. It also features chapters on the globalization of the food supply, seafood toxins, and other miscellaneous agents.
Twenty-one chapters, by experts from around the world, cover the most dangerous illnesses and foodborne pathogens currently threatening world populations. Topics include:

-Arcobacter/Helicobacter
-Aspergillus
-Bacillus cereus
-Campylobacter
-Clostidium perfringens
-Clostridium botulinum
-Escherichia coli
-Fusarium
-Listeria
-Salmonella
-Shigella
-Staphylococcus aureus
-Vibrio
-Yersinia enterocolitica

Guide to Foodborne Pathogens offers up-to-date analysis of the growing body of scientific information on both established and new and emerging pathogens. It provides concise coverage that serves the requirements of scientists and food professionals who lack a specialized background in foodborne illness but want to stay informed on this vital health issue.