Emerging Zoonotic Threats from Swine (Hardcover)

This textbook provides insights into emerging zoonotic threats from swine, covering the fundamentals of swine biology to the complexities of zoonotic disease transmission. It includes information on both the emergence and impact of swine health on public well-being. Each chapter is supplemented with prevention and control strategies, addressing the impact of swine-borne viruses on human health. A separate chapter addresses the impact of farming practices on public health and the one-health approach, emphasizing the interconnectedness of swine, humans, and the environment.

The textbook also discusses surveillance and monitoring techniques for detecting zoonotic diseases in swine populations, highlighting threats posed by pathogens such as Swine influenza, Nipah virus, and Streptococcus suis. Further chapters emphasize emerging viruses, parasitic worms, and bacterial infections. Additionally, it covers the role of vaccination, diagnostic techniques, and biosecurity measures in controlling and mitigating these diseases, while also addressing the importance of risk communication and education in raising awareness.

This textbook is relevant for veterinarians, researchers, policymakers, and public health professionals alike, providing insights into the intersection of swine health and public health. It also serves as a resource for professionals seeking to understand and address the challenges of swine zoonoses.

Dr. Rajib Deb completed his post-graduation and doctoral studies in animal biotechnology from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Uttar Pradesh, India; He is The World Academy of Science (TWAS) postdoctoral fellow. Currently, Dr. Deb is a senior scientist at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research in Guwahati, India, where he focuses on developing diagnostics and vaccines against porcine diseases. His areas of research interest include applying cutting-edge molecular biology tools to improve livestock health and productivity. He has received numerous national and international awards, holds 9 patents, and has contributed to the development of several technologies.

Dr. Jitendra Kumar Nayak completed his doctoral studies in veterinary public health and epidemiology. Currently, he is an associate professor at Kamdhenu University, Gujarat, India. Dr. Nayak is a fellow of the Indian Association of Veterinary Public Health Specialists. His research interests focus on establishing modern laboratories and conducting epidemiological surveillance in Gujarat, India. Dr. Nayak has made significant contributions to zoonotic disease diagnosis through the development of several technologies.

Dr. Gyanendra Singh Sengar completed his graduation from Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Uttar Pradesh, India. Currently, he is a national post-doctoral fellow at the ICAR-National Research Centre on Pig in Guwahati, India. Dr. Sengar's research interests include the development of rapid and user-friendly molecular diagnostic tools and therapeutics for swine viral diseases. He has published several articles in peer-reviewed international journals, delivered oral and poster presentations at international meetings, and serves as a reviewer for various journals.

Dr. Vivek Kumar Gupta completed his post-graduation and doctoral studies in veterinary immunology from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Utter Pradesh, India, and post-doctoral studies from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA. Currently, Dr. Gupta is the director at ICAR-National Research Centre on Pig, Guwahati, India. His areas of research interest include the development of new vaccines, vaccine delivery systems, diagnostics, host/pathogen interactions, anti-microbial resistance, pathogen detection, epidemiology of animal disease, and disease control strategies. Dr. Gupta has published over 153 papers in peer-reviewed national and international journals and has developed several technologies, including diagnostic kits, vaccines, and herbal products.