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Submitted to: American Entomologist
Publication Type: Other Publication Acceptance Date: 11/17/2012 Publication Date: 4/1/2014 Citation: Harrison, R.L. 2014. Book Review: Insect Virology. American Entomologist. 60(2):121-122. Interpretive Summary: Technical Abstract: Viruses that infect insects have long been of interest both as a means for controlling insect pest populations in an environmentally safe manner, and also as significant threats to beneficial insects of great value, such as honey bees and silkworms. Insect viruses also have been of intrinsic interest, as subjects and models of basic research in virology, insect pathology and physiology, and molecular biology. Insect Virology, edited by Sassan Asgari and Karyn Johnson of the University of Queensland, Australia, showcases the current state of knowledge on the great diversity of viruses pathogenic for insects. This book is divided into three parts covering (I) DNA viruses, (II) RNA viruses, and (III) special topics of current interest in insect virology, with chapters written by authorities in the field. Insect Virology is an indispensable source of information for scientists who work with this fascinating group of microorganisms. |
