Completely revised and updated

to take into account the new taxonomy and grouping changes made by the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses in their 8th Report, The Dictionary of Virology provides an authoritative and concise list of all viruses affecting vertebrate species, from humans to fish.

Includes the new viruses of medical or veterinary importance

that have emerged since 2001, such as the new human coronaviruses, SARS and NL63 and a new subtype of influenza (H1N2).

Includes new terms in virology

Extensive cross-referencing and illustrative tables further enhance the use of this book.