Brian R. Shmaefsky's Books

What should the average person know about science? Because science is so central to life in the 21st century, science educators and other leaders of the scientific community believe that it is essential that everyone understand the basic concepts of the most vital and far-reaching disciplines. Biotechnology 101 does exactly that. This accessible volume provides readers - whether students new to the field or just interested members of the lay public - with the essential ideas of biotechnology using a minimum of jargon and mathematics. Concepts are introduced in a progressive order so that more complicated ideas build on simpler ones, and each is discussed in small, bite-sized segments so that they can be more easily understood. This short volume will enable students and lay people to understand the basics of one of the most important scientific fields of endeavor for the future.

A little known deadly disease called toxic shock syndrome quickly became a top news story when scientists discovered its prevalence in some women who has used a particular type of tampon during menstruation. Today, the disease continues to emerge under ne

Gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease, is curable with antibiotic treatment. Its dangerous effects can be prevented if it is identified and treated early in its development.

Examines meningitis, a potentially deadly disease that comes in the form of a virus or bacteria.

Caused by a virus that is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito, yellow fever gets its name for the jaundice it causes its victims. This hemorrhagic illness has plagued humans throughout history, and before the development of a yellow fever vaccine, the mortality rate from this disease was high. Tropical nations now prevent epidemic yellow fever levels through vaccination, and travelers to these areas are advised to take precautions. Yellow Fever explores both the historical and epidemiological aspects of this disease. Colorful photographs, maps, and illustrations provide important explanations of various aspects of yellow fever, and information on vaccination, treatment, prevention, and up-to-date statistics on worldwide incidences are provided. Chapters include:

Takes a look at the history, pathology, potential complications, prevention, and treatment of rubella and rubeola.

Provides a history of the disease called syphilis, how it is transmitted, affects the body, and is treated.

Book's by Brian R. Shmaefsky

Biotechnology 101

Biotechnology 101

Toxic Shock Syndrome

Toxic Shock Syndrome

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea

Meningitis

Meningitis

Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever

Rubella and Rubeola

Rubella and Rubeola

Syphilis

Syphilis

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