Viruses. Rather friends than enemies

Influenza, HIV, Ebola - we are used to thinking that viruses carry us only a threat. But in fact, most viruses are harmless, moreover, they are our indispensable assistants. There are viruses everywhere: in the air, plants and animals, inside ourselves and even on our skin. They fight bacteria, affect the weather, our well -being and mood, can contribute to obesity or treat him. Viruses are part of our genome! They helped us become those who are. The famous virologist Karin Molling describes the incredible and little world of viruses. From the book you will learn about the past of viruses, about how they helped people evolve, and how we can use them in the future. The book contains almost all the latest scientific data