About the Book
It's as good a time as any to learn about coronavirus--and this is the book for it. A smart and fascinating, comprehensive discussion of the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic from the world of science and health research.
"A succinct and compelling Covid-19 analysis, packed with valuable information for readers young and old." --Kirkus Reviews ★ "This book is exceptionally well written and is a must-read during this time of confusion." --Readers Favorite, starred review The COVID-19 pandemic has awakened young readers and adults to viruses and health issues! Author Sabbithry Persad has teamed up with Dr. Camilly de Mello and Dr. Viveca Giongo, virologists with over twenty years' experience in virology research, to answer many lingering questions about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19. What are viruses? How do viruses change? Where did SARS-CoV-2 come from? How does SARS-CoV-2 infect the cells? What happens when a person develops COVID-19? What are scientists doing to help? How can people stay safe? Sections include:
- Virus Basics
- Understanding Coronaviruses
- Coronavirus and the Body
- Coronavirus and the Environment
- Combatting Coronavirus
Written in plain-language, answers to these questions provide readers with context for a complicated issue. For parents and students looking for straight answers to tough questions and a tool to sort fact from fiction, What Is Coronavirus? decodes the mystery--and dispels the fear--surrounding SARS-CoV-2, variants, and COVID-19.
About the Author: Research scientist and expert in Virology & Cell Biology,
Dr. Camilly P. Pires de Mello has over ten years' experience in the field of Virology, mainly working with pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug discovery, in vitro alternative methods, RNA and DNA viruses, pre-clinical research, cell culture, and bioreactors.
Dr. Viveca Giongo is an associate professor of virology in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology at Federal Fluminense University and the Center for Development of Technology in Health at Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Dr. Giongo earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and her master's degree in Immunology at São Paulo University, Brazil. Dr. Giongo´s research focuses on nanobiotechnology, with an emphasis on delivery systems of antiviral molecules. Her research has been published in several journals, including "Vaccine," "Journal of Molecular Biology," "Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry," "Natural Products Communications," "Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology," "International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research," "Chemical Biology & Drug Design," and "Antiviral Therapy."
Sabbithry Persad is a writer who tackles issues we face in the global community. Persad is the author of the Garbology Kids(R) waste management series for children, which include
Where Do Recyclable Materials Go?,
Operation: Reuse It!, and
We Can Reduce: Precycle It! and have been mentioned in many publications like
Time for Kids,
Recycling Today,
Green Teacher Magazine,
Green Living Magazine, and
Mother Nature Network. Persad received her degree in sociology from New York University. She also holds an MBA from the University of Central Florida and a Graduate Diploma in Books, Magazine, and Electronic Publishing. She is the founder of Firewater Media Group and
Green Solutions Magazine (2007-2012 online magazine tackling environmental issues through environmental solutions).
