Encyclopedia of Virology

The Encyclopedia of Virology is the largest single reference source of current virological knowledge available. Articles cover biological, molecular and medical topics concerning viruses in animals, plants, bacteria and insects. General articles focus on the effects of viruses on the immune system, the role of viruses in disease, oncology, and gene therapy, plus a wide range of related topics. The broader implications of the subject -- such as its economic and social relevance -- are also considered.