The New Plagues: Pandemics and Poverty in a Globalized World

by Stefan Kaufmann

Overview

The threat from infectious diseases has increased with globalization. Throughout the history of mankind, epidemics have eradicated whole regions, started the migration of peoples and decided wars. They continue to leave their mark on societies, as well as influencing politics and economies. The New Plagues: Pandemics and Poverty in a Globalized World explores the strategies of microbes in conjunction with the economic impact of epidemics. In particular, it looks at the conflict between rich and poor with regard to outbreaks, and introduces possible strategies for containment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781906598136
Publisher:	Haus Publishing
Publication date:	11/01/2009
Series:	The Sustainability Project Series
Pages:	336
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.40(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Stefan H. E. Kaufmann is Professor for Microbiology and Immunology as well as founding director of the Max-Planck Institute for Infection Biology in Berlin. He is also President of EFIS (the European Federation of Immunological Societies).