This is the first book to give complete coverage of the field of fish vaccinology. Written by acknowledged experts from 15 different countries, the reviews in this volume not only provide the theoretical basis for the vaccination of fish, but also present a wealth of practical aspects. The main topics covered include - the immune system of fish -methods of vaccine delivery - immunization with bacterial, viral and parasite antigens - antigen production - methods of vaccine evaluation - regulatory aspects; licensing of fish vaccines in Europe and America - environmental effects - vaccination strategies Compiling the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on how to protect fish from infectious diseases, this book will become the 'Bible' of fish vaccinology. It will be of great value to veterinarians, fish biologists, fish pathologists, manufacturers of fish vaccines and anyone concerned with fish health.
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978-3-8055-6482-3 (9783805564823)
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The history of fish vaccinology; immune mechanisms of aquaculture species; methods of vaccine delivery to fish; immunization with bacterial antigens; immunization with viral and parasitic antigens; antigen production, adjuvants and vaccine composition; methods of vaccine evaluation in fish; licensing criteria and regulatory aspects; safety and environmental issues of fish vaccinology; vaccination strategies in aquaculture; poster session.
