RNA VIRUSES AND NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS (PB 2024) Paperback

This volume offers an accessible introduction to RNA viruses and their effects on the central nervous system (CNS). It explores major RNA viruses, their impact on the CNS, and the variations in pathological outcomes that may arise. This book will benefit neuroscientists, including students, researchers, and clinicians, by providing timely and relevant information. As our understanding of RNA viruses and their pathological effects evolves, the molecular interactions between viruses and CNS cells remain unclear. The book helps readers grasp the cellular and molecular mechanisms that drive the pathological effects of RNA virus infections in human brain cells (e.g., neurons, endothelial cells, astrocytes, resident immune cells) through summarized case studies. It offers valuable insights into how specific cell-type defects can affect brain function and lead to poor clinical outcomes. Primarily aimed at neuroscience students and postgraduates interested in virology, as well as professionals seeking knowledge of virus-related neuropathology, the book assumes basic knowledge of cell and molecular biology. It is a valuable resource for readers across the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathemati