Wayne Russell Knihy

Introspection and soul searching are at the heart of this narrative, as the author explores the complexities of the human psyche through personal experiences of love, laughter, and sorrow. With eloquence and depth, Russell reflects on the emotional highs and lows of life, sharing insights gained from his journey through challenges and rejection. The book serves as a profound exploration of the intricate emotional landscape we navigate, likening it to a game of snakes and ladders.

Wayne Russell's poetry intertwines the sensual and visceral, creating a profound emotional landscape that encompasses grief, joy, and love. His distinctive voice captures the essence of human experience, exploring themes of absence and presence while confronting both beauty and evil. Russell's work resonates with the complexities of life, reflecting on the darker moments and the serene joys found in nature. His contributions are essential to contemporary poetry, echoing the timeless concerns of truth and beauty reminiscent of Keats.

Over the past few decades the increase in bacterial resistance has led to the search for novel antibacterial therapies and a better understanding of virulence mechanisms used by pathogens. It has been shown that the interplay between pathogenic bacteria and the host is complex and finely balanced. Successful pathogens can manipulate host homeostasis and normal cell functions using a variety of molecular strategies. This volume of the Karger book series 'Contributions to Microbiology' summarizes some of the most important bacterial virulence mechanisms. Eminent scientists provide an update on recent findings in their fields. This state-of-the-art account will not only attract the interest of clinical and preclinical researchers, but will also be of great value to students with an interest in medicine, biology, chemistry, and infectious diseases.