Emerging Strategies in the Fight Against Meningitis

Meningitis is a significant and life threatening disease. This concise and informative book provides an important insight into the molecular and cellular approaches currently being used to counteract the disease. A panel of internationally recognised authors describe in depth the current research in this highly topical area. Topics covered include: the role of leptomeninges; interaction between bacteria and host cells; interactions with immune system; iron acquistion; potential vaccines; population studies. An essential book for everyone working in the area of meningitis research. TOC: The Role of Leptomeninges in Meningococcal Meningitis * Informative Talk Between Neisseria meningitidis and Host Cells * Interactions with the Immune System * Neisseria meningitidis: Multiple Mechanisms to Acquire Iron * Outer Membrane Vesicles and Other Options for a Meningococcal B Vaccine * Population Structure of Neisseria meningitidis