Zika Virus Biology, Transmission, and Pathways: The Neuroscience of Zika, Volume One provides a detailed introduction to the molecular biology of the Zika virus and its features, transmission, and impact on neurological systems. Designed to better readers' understanding of the Zika virus, this volume features chapters on the immune response, molecular mechanisms, and other areas to better understand underlying pathways. This book has applicability for neuroscientists, neurologists, virologists and anyone working to better understand the evolution and pathogenesis of Zika virus-related conditions. - Presents the most comprehensive coverage of a broad range of topics related to the neuroscience of Zika, including transmission and virus biology - Contains an abstract, key facts, a mini dictionary of terms, and summary points to aid in understanding in each chapter - Features chapters on Zika vectors and fetal imaging - Includes coverage of microcephaly and developmental delays and examines Zika outbreaks in Brazil, Puerto Rico and India - Discusses unique topics in Zika biology, associated neuro-inflammation, and impacts on neurological systems

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Zika Virus Biology, Transmission, and Pathways
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Dedication
Contributors
Foreword
Preface
Chapter 1 Flaviviruses and where the Zika virus fits in: An overview
Chapter 2 The innate immune response during Zika virus infection
Chapter 3 The public health perspective of Zika virus infection
Chapter 4 Inequality in Zika virus and congenital Zika syndrome
Chapter 5 Lifestyle factors and congenital Zika syndrome: Drugs, alcohol, and beyond
Chapter 6 Economic impact of Zika virus infection and associated conditions
Chapter 7 Health promotion, health education, and risk communication for Zika virus disease
Chapter 8 Molecular mechanisms of Zika virus-induced neurological pathology
Chapter 9 Validation of Zika virus infections: Nonmolecular aspects, immunoassays, and beyond
Chapter 10 Validation of Zika virus infections: A focus on molecular methods
Chapter 11 Coinfection of Zika with Dengue and Chikungunya virus
Chapter 12 Zika virus, pathology, and control: Zika vaccine strategies in development
Chapter 13 The adult brain and neurologic manifestations of the Zika virus
Chapter 14 Postmortem studies: Contribution to understand the pathogenesis of congenital Zika syndrome
Chapter 15 Developmental trajectories in infants and toddlers born with congenital Zika syndrome
Chapter 16 Host genetic susceptibility to ZIKV congenital syndrome: A tale of twins
Chapter 17 Zika virus infection disrupts development of both neurons and glial cells
Chapter 18 Neurological manifestations similar to multiple sclerosis in adults after Zika virus infection
Chapter 19 Zika virus and the blood-brain barrier
Chapter 20 Systems immunology of flavivirus infection
Chapter 21 Genetic susceptibility to congenital Zika syndrome: Current research and future perspectives
Chapter 22 Hearing and Zika virus infection
Chapter 23 Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder: What it is and how it relates to Zika virus
Chapter 24 Zika virus infection and cytokines
Chapter 25 Urological sequels in the scope of the Congenital Zika Syndrome
Chapter 26 Zika virus and impact on male fertility
Chapter 27 Testicular cell types and infection by Zika virus
Chapter 28 Proteome alterations promoted by Zika virus infection
Chapter 29 SOMAscan proteomics of Zika-infected cells
Chapter 30 Zika virus as an oncolytic therapy against brain tumors
Chapter 31 Zika virus in Brazil
Chapter 32 Zika virus and the Middle East
Chapter 33 Genetic diversity of Zika virus in Thailand: How does this compare with other countries
Chapter 34 Zika virus in Vietnam: Biology, transmission, pathology, associated conditions, and controls
Chapter 35 Zika virus in Vietnam: Epidemic, distribution, strain origin, and potential risks for community health
Chapter 36 Zika virus infection in Mexico: Epidemiological and clinical data
Chapter 37 Cytopathicity and pathogenesis of Zika virus strains
Chapter 38 Molecular evolution and codon usage bias of Zika virus
Chapter 39 Endosomal compartmentation and the transport route of Zika virus
Chapter 40 Location of virus antigens in murine tissues infected with Zika virus
Chapter 41 The role of seminal Zika viral shedding: Tropism, duration, and magnitude
Chapter 42 Nonhuman occurrence of Zika virus infection: Implications for control
Zika virus intrusion into the blood supply: Concerns about transfusion safety
Chapter 44 Research and recommended resources on Zika virus, pathology, and control
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