Details the distribution, definition, and impact of food-borne viruses, illuminating this major health concern.

• Summarizes the latest knowledge on these viral strains, their detection and control, and associated challenges, and points toward important new directions for future research.
• Explores the effect of commonly detected food-borne viruses and new viruses, such as SARS virus, coronavirus, Nipah virus, and avian influenza virus, on food practices.
• Essential reading for researchers and practitioners interested in any aspect of food-borne viral illness.

This title is published by the American Society of Microbiology Press and distributed by Taylor and Francis in rest of world territories.