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Jonathan Eisen

Microbiologist and professor focusing on the microbiome and open science.

UC Davis

13 books recommended

Flu

Flu

Gina Kolata

Chronicles the history and science of the 1918 flu pandemic, highlighting lessons for future outbreaks.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Pandemic 1918

Pandemic 1918

Catharine Arnold

A historical account of the 1918 influenza pandemic, detailing its causes, effects, and societal impact.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Coming Plague

The Coming Plague

Laurie Garrett

Explores the rise of global infectious diseases, examining their causes and the threats they pose to humanity.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Microbe Hunters

Microbe Hunters

Paul de Kruif

Chronicles the lives of pioneering scientists who discovered and studied microbes, celebrating their contributions to medicine.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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A Planet of Viruses

A Planet of Viruses

Carl Zimmer

Explores the role of viruses in nature and human health, covering topics from pandemics to viral evolution.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Biohazard

Biohazard

Ken Alibek

A memoir by a former Soviet bioweapons expert, revealing secrets of the Soviet Union's biological warfare program.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Hot Zone

The Hot Zone

Richard Preston

A non-fiction thriller about the origins of Ebola, following outbreaks and the scientists fighting to contain it.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Spillover

Spillover

David Quammen

Explores how viruses jump from animals to humans, discussing the causes of pandemics and their impact on society.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Virus

Virus

Marilyn J. Roossinck

An accessible exploration of viruses, their diversity, and their roles in ecosystems.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Eleventh Plague

The Eleventh Plague

Leonard A. Cole

Examines the threat of biological warfare and efforts to prevent it.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Level 4

Level 4

Joseph B McCormick

Examines deadly viruses and the scientists who study them, focusing on high-stakes containment situations.

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National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America

National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America

Jon L. Dunn

A comprehensive guide for bird enthusiasts, featuring bird identification information and images.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Beating Back the Devil

Beating Back the Devil

Maryn McKenna

Chronicles the experiences of disease detectives in the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service.

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