(Ebook) Diseases of Coral 1st Edition by Cheryl M Woodley, Craig A Downs, Andrew W Bruckner, James W Porter, Sylvia B Galloway ISBN 0813824117 9780813824116

(Ebook) Diseases of Coral 1st Edition by Cheryl M Woodley, Craig A Downs, Andrew W Bruckner, James W Porter, Sylvia B Galloway ISBN 0813824117 9780813824116

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Author: Cheryl M Woodley, Craig A Downs, Andrew W Bruckner, James W Porter, Sylvia B Galloway

(Ebook) Diseases of Coral 1st Table of contents:

CHAPTER 1: Introduction
Background
Coral Health Perspectives
Coral Disease Considerations
Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 2: Pathology
Introduction
A Brief History of Pathology
General Pathology: Key Concepts for Coral Disease Studies
Conclusions
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 3: Etiology
Introduction
Evolution of Causal Concepts in Epidemiology
Summary
References
CHAPTER 4: Epidemiology
Overview of Epidemiology
Describing the Occurrence of Disease
Transmission and Maintenance of Infection
Characteristics of the Spread of Infection in Populations
The Ecology of Disease
Epidemiology and Coral Reef Science
Summary
References
CHAPTER 5: History of Coral Disease Research
Introduction
Coral Disease Epizootiology
Black-Band Disease (BBD)
White Plague (WP)
White-Band Disease (WBD)
New Coral Diseases
Indo-Pacific Coral Diseases
Coral Disease Etiology
Environmental Drivers of Disease
Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 6: Anatomy
Introduction
Cnidarian Anatomy Basics
Gross Anatomy of Corals
Microscopic Anatomy of Corals
Summary
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 7: Morphological, Physiological and Cytological Aspects of Reproduction in Scleractinian Corals
Introduction
Reproductive Modes: From Gonochorism to True Hermaphroditism
Gametogenesis
Spawning Physiology, Cues and Periodicity
Synchrony of Reproductive Patterns on the Reef
Reproductive Disruption: Possible Causes
Asexual Reproduction
Conclusion
Summary
References
CHAPTER 8: The Innate Immune System in Cnidarians
Introduction
Dynamic Relationships between Cnidarians and Micro-organisms
PAMP Recognition
PAMP-Triggered Signal Transduction
Host Defense Molecules
Xenophagy and Apoptosis as Protective Mechanisms in Cellular Defense
Marine Medicine—Can Corals Contribute to an Understanding of Human Diseases?
Conclusion
Summary
Acknowledgement
References
CHAPTER 9: Endocrine-Like Signaling in Corals
Overview
Terms and Concepts
Bioregulatory Mechanisms
Evolutionary Context
Regulation of Physiological Processes
Disruption of Signaling and Disease
Future Directions
Summary
Acknowledgement
References
CHAPTER 10: Heterotrophic Nutrition of Tropical, Temperate and Deep-Sea Corals
Corals: Polytrophic Organisms
Tropical Corals
Temperate Corals
Deep-Sea Corals
Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 11: Nervous System: Morphology and Physiology of Cnidarian Conducting Systems
Introduction
Morphology of Conducting Systems
Electrophysiology of the Conducting Systems
Chemical Neurotransmitters and Modulators
Conclusion
Summary
References
CHAPTER 12: Physiology of Skeletogenesis in Scleractinian Coral
Introduction
Structure of Coral Skeleton
Skeleton Formation in Corals
Mechanism of Calcification
Summary
References
CHAPTER 13: Vibriosis
Introduction
Vibrio shiloi (Bacterial Bleaching)
Vibrio coralliilyticus (Coral Bleaching and Lysis)
Vibrio coralliilyticus (Diseases of Benthic Communities of the Mediterranean Sea)
Vibrio alginolyticus (Yellow Blotch/Band)
Vibrio harveyi, Vibrio carchariae (WhiteBand)
Vibrio harveyi
Vibrio sp. (Indo-Pacific White Syndrome)
Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 14: Acroporid Serratiosis
Introduction and Background
Etiology
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis and General Pathology
Diagnostic Criteria
Future Directions
Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 15: Aurantimonas coralicida—White Plague Type II
Introduction and Background
Etiology
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis and General Pathology
Diagnostic Criteria
Complications and Controversy
Control Strategies
Future Directions
Summary
References
CHAPTER 16: Aspergillosis of Caribbean Sea Fan Corals, Gorgonia spp.
History and Geographical Range of Disease Signs
Normal Host
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis/Clinical Course (Change over Time)
Clinical Features
Histopathology
Complications and Controversy
Future Directions
Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 17: Mechanical Lesions and Corallivory
Introduction
History and Geographic Range
Prey Preference, Prevalence and Impact
Description of Gross Lesions
Clinical Features
Mollusks
Echinoids
Asteroids
Polychaetes
Crustaceans
Fish Predation
Corallivory: Causes and Linkages with Diseases
Complications and Controversy
Data Gaps and Research Needs
Conclusions
Appendix I
Appendix II
References
CHAPTER 18: Coral Bleaching: The Roles of Sea Temperature and Solar Radiation
Introduction and Background
The Holobiont and its Environment
The Bleaching Process in Response to Solar Radiation Stress and Combined Temperature and Solar Radiation Stresses
Bleaching Tolerance in the Face of Temperature and Solar Radiation Stresses
Future Directions and Research Needs
Summary
References
CHAPTER 19: Viruses and Coral Disease
Introduction
Cnidarian-Related Viruses
Epizootiology
Pathogenicity/Clinical Course
Complications and Controversy
Future Directions
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 20: Skeletal Growth Anomalies in Corals
History
Prevalence
Etiology
Pathogenesis and Epizootiology
Diagnosis
Prevention and Control
Research Needs
Summary
References
CHAPTER 21: White Syndromes of Indo-Pacific Corals
Introduction
Clinical
Pathogenesis
Epizootiology
Complications and Controversy
Summary
References
CHAPTER 22: White Syndromes of Western Atlantic Reef-Building Corals
Introduction
History and Geographical Range
Epizootiology
Environmental Drivers
Gross Pathology
Pathogenesis/Clinical Course
Histopathology
Pathology and Etiology
Complications and Controversy
Research Needs
Summary
References
CHAPTER 23: Indo-Pacific Colored-Band Diseases of Corals
Introduction
Brown-Band Disease (BrB)
Black-Band Disease (BBD)
Skeletal Eroding Band (SEB)
Summary
References
CHAPTER 24: Cyanobacterial-Associated Colored-Band Diseases of the Atlantic/Caribbean
Introduction and Background
Etiology
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis and General Pathology
Diagnostic Criteria
Complications and Controversy
Control Strategies
Future Directions
Summary
References
CHAPTER 25: Dark-Spots Disease
History
Distribution, Host Range and Prevalence
Etiology
Incubation, Morbidity and Mortality
Gross Lesions
Histopathology
Immunity
Diagnosis
Prevention and Control
Research Needs
Summary
References
CHAPTER 26: Halofolliculina Ciliate Infections on Corals (Skeletal Eroding Disease)
Introduction
History and Geographical Range
Clinical Features
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis/Clinical Course
Complications and Controversy
Future Directions
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 27: Yellow-Band Diseases
Introduction
Arabian Yellow Band Disease (AYBD)
Caribbean Yellow Band Disease
Indo-Pacific Yellow Band Disease
Controversy and Confusion
Summary
References
CHAPTER 28: Porites Trematodiasis
History and Geographical Range
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis
Clinical Features
Future Directions
Summary
References
CHAPTER 29: Pink-Line Syndrome
Background
Etiology
Epizootiology
Pathogenesis
Histology
Physiological Profile of PLS-Affected Corals
Future Directions and Research Needs
Controversies and Complications
Summary
Acknowledgement
References
CHAPTER 30: Coral “Bleaching” as a Generalized Stress Response to Environmental Disturbance
Brief History
Etiology and Pathogenesis
Clinical Features
Complications and Controversy
Conclusion
Summary
References
CHAPTER 31: Diseases of Octocorals
Introduction
Black Band Disease—Various Species
Necrosis of Eunicella verrucosa
Bleaching-Associated Necrosis of Briareum asbestinum
Growth Anomalies of Gorgonia ventalina
Entocladiasis of Pseudoplexaura spp.
Summary
References
CHAPTER 32: The Diseases of Deep-Water Corals
Classification, Distribution and Ecology of Deep-Sea Corals
Anatomy, Physiology and Ecology of Deep-Sea Corals
Diseases of Deep-Water and Cold-Water Corals
Methods for Coral Disease Investigations
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 33: Biocontainment Practices for Coral Disease Research
Introduction
Prevention of Unintentional Disease Introduction and Spread in an Aquatic Research Facility
Containment of Coral Pathogens in a Facility
Opening Pandora’s Box: Field Studies of Coral Diseases
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 34: Closing Pandora’s Box: Regulations and Permitting Considerations for Coral Disease Research
Introduction
General Permitting Considerations
Special Requirements/Considerations
Field Manipulation Issues
Coral Disease Transmission Studies
Export and Import Permits
Conclusions
Summary
Acknowledgements
Appendix I: Treaties, Laws, Rules and Regulations Governing US Coral Reefs and Importation of Coral Reef Products
Appendix II: US Natural Resource Trustee Authorities over Waters and Submerged Lands with Coral Reefs
References
CHAPTER 35: Coral Regeneration Assay
Introduction
Theory
Protocol
Analysis
Caveats
Summary
References
CHAPTER 36: Coral Tissue Culture and Micropropagation
Introduction
Theory
Basic Protocol
Commentary
Summary
References
CHAPTER 37: Coral Cell and Tissue Culture Methods
Introduction
Methods for Coral Tissue and Cell Isolation
Methods for Culturing Coral Tissue and Cells
Cryopreservation of Coral Cells
Identifying and Preventing Bacteria and Chytrid Contamination
Viability, Proliferation and Functional Assays for Cultured Cells
Summary
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 38: Theory and Application of Pulse Amplitude Modulated Chlorophyll Fluorometry in Coral Health Assessment
Abbreviations
Monitoring Coral Stress
Theory and Principles
Operational Considerations
Advanced Protocols
Pulse Amplitude Modulation and Other Types of Fluorometry
Coral Applications of PAM Fluorometry
Summary
Acknowledgements
References
CHAPTER 39: Zooxanthellae Viability Assay
Definitions
Historical Background and Development of Vital Stains
Viability Staining and its Significance in Coral Biology
A Field-Compatible Cell Viability Assay
Alternatives for Determining Cell Viability
Conclusions
Summary
References
CHAPTER 40: Quantifying Total Porphyrin Species from Scleractinian Coral Tissue Extracts
Introduction
Methods for Porphyrin Quantification
Caveats
NOAA Disclaimer
References
CHAPTER 41: Chemiluminescent Method for Quantifying DNA Abasic Lesions in Scleractinian Coral Tissues
Introduction
Protocol
Data Collection and Analysis
Caveats
Acknowledgements and Disclaimer
References
Index
Glossary
End User License Agreement

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