virology

Examines current viral research and the struggle to conquer today's epidemics and prevent tomorrows.

Examines the origin, structure, behavior, taxonomy, and history of viruses, looks at viruses in the sea and in biomedical research, describes various viral diseases and pandemics, and explains what is being done to fight viral infections.

Traces the history of Plum Island, an 840-acre island used by the United States government to study and create deadly biological viruses and weapons.

Chronicles the history of the Centers for Disease Control against the backdrop of the 1995 Ebola outbreak in Zaire, discussing the origins and accomplishments of the fifty-year-old agency, and looking at some of the doctors who risk their lives to fight deadly diseases.

Examines the history, current research, and future aspects of virology.