Main description:

This first of the three-volume tuberculosis book series provides a comprehensive overview of molecular biological and biochemical aspects of tuberculosis. Edited by the undisputed world leader in the field, this is the most comprehensive book on the topic available, and the first in recent years to focus on both basic research and clinical aspects of TB.

Contents:

Tuberculosis - Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry: Introduction Biochemistry of the Cell Wall Glycolipids and Polyketides of M. tuberculosis Physiology of M. tuberculosis Nutrient Transport Iron Uptake by M. tuberculosis Protein Transport PE and PPE Gene Family Members in M. tuberculosis Virulence/Persistence Mechanisms of M. tuberculosis Genomics Transcriptomics and Transcriptional Regulation Proteomics of M. tuberculosis Structure Molecular Mechanisms of Dormancy and Resuscitation M. tuberculosis in the Phagosome Molecular Mechanisms of Drug Resistance of M. tuberculosis Experimental Genetics of M. tuberculosis Molecular Evolution of Mycobacteria