A review and analysis of research and investigations from the perspective of the host intestinal epithelial cell. * Examines the effects of enteric microbial pathogens on host intestinal epithelial cell function and physiology, as well as the signaling events responsible for these functional consequences. * Covers the normal structure and function of the gastrointestinal tract is covered and focuses on specific microbial pathogens. * Examines the results of studies utilizing nonintestinal cell models within the context of findings obtained from model intestinal epithelial systems. * Emphasizes relevant physiological endpoints.


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