Fighting Infectious Diseases

This collection of Scientific American articles explores the latest events in tackling some of the most threatening infectious diseases that, in the age of globalization, can reach large populations in a very short time. Top researchers discuss their progress in articles including "Detecting Mad Cow Disease" and "Attacking Anthrax". The most innovative new technologies that include computer simulations for tracking epidemics, new ways to vaccinate, and the progress of antivirals are also discussed.