Presents an introduction to the scientists who fight virus, from the work of Edward Jenner and Louis Pasteur, to modern researchers seeking solutions to such deadly diseases as Ebola, West Nile, and more. Includes illustrations.
Content Note
Virus hunters -- Virus hunting: the early years -- Ebola: hottest of the hot viruses -- HIV: pandemic in progress -- West Nile virus: hitchhiking from Israel to New York City -- SARS: nightmare in China -- Looking to the future.