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Lädt ... Germ Theory: Medical Pioneers in Infectious Diseasesvon Robert P. Gaynes
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. Gaynes (Emory Univ. School of Medicine) presents a well-researched, inspiring narrative of the most important discoveries in the history of medical science. He weaves the origins of the germ theory of disease and the biographies of those who made significant discoveries together into intriguing, informative stories. The author provides vivid accounts of individuals such as van Leeuwenhoek, Jenner, Pasteur, Fleming, et al. who challenged the prevailing views of the times with their innovation and persistence, and highlights the struggles they encountered in the long processes of discovery. The book's 15 chapters are well written, thorough, and engaging, providing readers with a significant appreciation for the interplay of social, economic, and cultural forces, as well as good luck, which allowed for medical breakthroughs. This is an insightful book that serves as an excellent resource for understanding developments in medical history, how they evolved, and the details of their impact on all people. The volume includes references at the end of each chapter and an easy-to-use index. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through researchers/faculty and physicians; medical students; general readers. -- D. C. Anderson, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences from July 20012 edition of CHOICE Magazine Published by the American Library Association ( ) keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
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Named as Choice Outstanding Academic Title 2012 From Hippocrates to Lillian Wald--the stories of scientists whose work changed the way we think about and treat infection. Describes the genesis of the germ theory of disease by a dozen seminal thinkers such as Jenner, Lister, and Ehrlich. Presents the "inside stories" of these pioneers' struggles to have their work accepted, which can inform strategies for tackling current crises in infectious diseases and motivate and support today's scientists. Relevant to anyone interested in microbiology, infectious disease, or how medical discoveries shape our modern understanding Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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