Book Description
Established for 20 years as the definitive virology reference, the two-volume classic Fields Virology is in its thoroughly revised, updated Fifth Edition. More than 100 world-renowned investigators provide encyclopedic coverage of every aspect of contemporary virology, including the pathogenesis of viral diseases and the molecular biology, replication, and clinical significance of all known virus families. This edition has many new international contributing authors and a greater emphasis on clinical relevance. Coverage includes new material on viruses and biodefense, emerging and re-emerging viruses, the human virome, mononegavirales, and henipaviruses. This edition also has a new two-color design and a revised art program unifying replication and virions images. A new bound-in CD-ROM contains a viral image bank.
Customer Reviews:
Fields Virology.......2006-06-05
The book pictured on this site is the Fourth Edition of Fields Virology. However, the "Book Description" in the "Editiorial Reviews" section on this site is for the Third Edition of Fields Virology. I hesitate to purchase the book because I am unsure which edition you will be shipping. Before I place my order, I want assurance that I will be receiving the Fourth Edition.
Best out there for MAMMALIAN virology.......2005-01-27
My take on this two-volume set is that if you are going to put out as much money as this set costs, you should get a lot for it. This two- volume set is simply the best I have found for MAMMALIAN virology, with a close second being 'Fundamental Virology'. I stress the mammalian virology, as it omits a good bit (if not all) of the plant- associated virii. The basics of all virus structure are in there, regarding plant virii, but beyond that, there is information lacking. Despite this, when purchased as a graduate-level or upper-undergraduate level text or reference guide, there simply is no other text of this scale. There is a lot more text than graphics, but this does not (in my opinion) deter from the value of the text. If I could, I'd give a 4.5 star of 5, only for the lack of plant virii information and my personal desire for more graphics. i will say that the CD-Rom has more than enough graphics to make up for the book's seeming lack of graphics. As a 'financially- burdened' Pathology trainee and Virologist by employment, I will say that this is worth the price and effort to read. Note that it is written to the biologist who has some knowledge, albeit foundational knowledge, of biology.
A FINE VIROLOGY YARDSTICK.......2003-02-20
There is hardly any significant fact about viruses that missed-out in this edition of "Fields Virology". Page after page, this sound all-inclusive reference doles out authoritative information on both viruses and viral syndromes. From taxonomy to etiology, metamorphosis to replication; the analyses of this text is grand. The same applies to its attached CD-ROM. Its practical outlook was intended to benefit both microbiologists and pathologists. Bernard Fields and his colleagues made their mark with this book. It is a great effort.
However, most botanist may not be pleased to know that little attention was paid to plant viruses. Again, many potential buyers may be demoralized by the rather high price that this virology-set demands.
Another Bible. Amazing viral world.......1998-02-01
It covers all fields of virology. Perfect and wonderful ! Easy to understand. I really recommend this book to who is involved in biology
Book Description
A brief, clear, thorough, and highly enjoyable approach to clinical microbiology, brimming with mnemonics, humor, summary charts and illustrations, from AIDS to "flesh-eating bacteria" to ebola, mad cow disease, hantavirus, anthrax, smallpox, botulism, etc. Excellent Board review.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent book.......2007-09-27
The book came just like it was supposed, but it was a little damaged. The damage does not effect the pages, so it will not be a problem. It happened to the cover and close to the binded part of the book.
life-saver.......2007-09-21
This book saved my life. It's full of easy mnemonics and I may have learned more from this book than my year-long class in medical school. I would definitely recommend it to any ambitious med student. You might try to read the antibiotics section for pharmacology as well. Money book!
A life saver.......2007-09-17
This book was invaluable for my Infectiuos Disease course. The pictures and phrases may seem cheesy sometimes, but its that silliness that really helps you remember.
great book.......2007-09-16
I'm using this book for my micro course and I've found it really helpful. This is the only textbook I use--it's easy and fairly quick to read, has great diagrams and pictures, and the summary charts at the end of the chapters are really great when reviewing for exams. I definitely recommend buying this book.
excellent service.......2007-09-10
I received my order quickly, with status reports on shipping through the process. Will buy again!!
Book Description
Appropriate for the non-major/allied health student, this authoritative text carefully explains the fundamentals of microbiology, providing a general overview of the principles followed by more detailed explanations. With its clear and concise writing style, Microbiology: A Human Perspective offers modern coverage on such topics as genomics, biofilms, and quorum sensing. A body systems approach is used in the coverage of diseases.
Customer Reviews:
Great textbook, though a little difficult for Nursing Students.......2006-06-15
More Medical School grade information than Nursing School information, great on-line content and help-guides.
microbiology review.......2006-02-19
I purchased this book for my Microbiology class and it is very helpful. My teacher uses the same figures and tables as in the book, which are easily readable/understandable especially when you think of each process as steps. My advise is to buy the book if you need to and take advantage of the given website that is given to you in the beginning pages to test your knowledge.
Book Description
ASM News called the 4th Edition of Dr. Murray's best-selling book "the most colorful and fun text to read in medical microbiology." Now it's back in an updated New Editionand it's as succinct, user-friendly, and authoritative as ever. Readers will continue to enjoy its lucid discussions of how microbes cause disease in humans. Expert coverage of basic principles, the immune response, laboratory diagnosis, bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology ensures they understand all the facts vital to the practice of medicine today. More than 550 brilliant full-color images make complex information easy to understand and illustrate the appearance of disease.
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Customer Reviews:
Medical Microbiology: with STUDENT CONSULT Access (Medical Microbiology).......2007-10-08
For medical students the medical microbiology is often generalized as a subject full of detailed information and names of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites which ought to be memorized and written on an exam sheet at the end of the course. Unfortunately, complex texts with many parallels often cause confusion and strengthen the reinforced need to memorize as much details as possible. In some context, it reminds of the perception of the human anatomy.
A lot of things in medical microbiology are meant to be memorized but there is a way around which makes the student to get a core understanding of the subject. Hence, the beginner student needs sincere and concrete information prior to the course, which result in fast and effective studies.
To begin with, the text in this book requires a strong understanding of three crucial subjects: biochemistry, molecular cell biology and basic immunology. Without any of these three components, most parts of the book will seem nothing else but difficult information based on names and technically undefined principles. Therefore, before a student should start with this material the principles of basic immunology, based on cell-biological and biochemical mechanisms, shall be understood. Even if the book does not mention much pure biochemistry with exception of maybe different enzymes (e.g beta-lactamase) secreted by Staphylococcal Aureus bacteria to break down different types of penicillins and thus partly become resistant, without biochemistry and cell biology there is no chance that the student will understand the immunology part in the first place, making the entire subject resemble fuzzy concepts based on names only instead of natural science based on logical analysis.
Time constrains may give it a lower priority and the immunology part of this book is definitively not for students who have not yet been familiar with the subject. In fact, the chapter in immunology is more of a concise summary without any details making it very hard for the beginner to get any form of understanding and intuitive problem-solving skills.
Therefore, I would personally recommend the book Basic Immunology, Updated Edition 2006-2007: with STUDENT CONSULT Access before start any reading in medical microbiology. The book contains 263 pages with problems after each chapter, clearly written and fits the time constrain most students may experience during the course. Starting with this book the student will be guaranteed to get the most out of the microbiology courses and understand the crucial keys, principles and theoretical frameworks needed at the clinics and future research. If needed a student can always buy a more advanced book in immunology, but she needs to buy this book together with the microbiology materials.
With understanding of the above mentioned subjects, the chapters in Medical Microbiology 5th Ed will seem clearly written and much easier to read and comprehend. Often, the student may need to read the chapters over and over again to get an intuitive problem-solving skill, which occurs in any medical subject anyway like physiology, anatomy, and cell biology. The illustrations are quite simplified, but there is no need for details as the skills in biochemistry and cell biology already are in the back of her mind. Medical Microbiology 5th Ed is probably the best book for introductory microbiology building up the intuitive self-confidence and understanding needed during practice.
There are plenty of lists and summaries about CD markers, cytokines, virulence factors, microbe physiology, diagnosis and vaccines in every chapter but memorizing most of these details are often not needed to get an understanding. I would recommend memorizing them (if needed) after the student has a concrete understanding of medical microbiology and is capable of putting small details in the correct contexts and still find the process easy.
There is a strong need to attend live seminars where students and professors have a chance to discuss different topics. Otherwise, attending lectures can be a good opportunity to ask the questions which may naturally arise during the course.
My overall judgement of this book is 5/5, based on the text, illustrations and the understanding I achieved after three weeks of intensive reading.
Fantastic book ..........2006-12-21
I used this book for my undergrad class and luckily my med school also uses this. As well as my husband has a previous copy that he used in med school. The text is very thorough, although it was lacking in a basic classification of bacteria, that would have been nice. (Like a chart of all gram - on one side and all gram +). Just gave a previous edition to a physician for reference and he loves it! I used this book in conjunction with clinical micro made simple and I have to say, I love both these books. Diagrams are clear, sometimes some of the topics are a bit jumbled (like immunology). There aren't alot of images either so you may need to supplement. That shouldn't be a problem though. This text is better if you have a basics of micro already down, definitely a higher level micro book or grad book. I would recommend!
well done.......2006-11-10
the book is in perfect conditions, and arrived in good time.
Was a good choise to buy with them.
Pictures suck, otherwise moderately OK.......2006-09-13
Unfortunately this book seems to be the best full-length textbook available on this subject. But I have to dis-recommend it anyway, above all because of the low quality of the illustrations. The writing is generally pretty clear and not overly intricate, so the book serves fairly well as a reference. But don't try to learn from it as a first pass - it's just not put together well enough.
The main rival of this book is another book with the same title, "Medical Microbiology" by Mims. Unfortunately Mims is even worse, organized by organ systems rather than by genus and species as Murray's is. At least Murray's doesn't jumble up all the different pathogens into a liquid mix of terminology.
Really the book that most medical students use is "Clinical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple", which may seem low-tech, but is actually readable. Maybe with Murray's as a backup resource for fact-checking.
Excellent textbook.......2006-01-22
I purchased this book for my own use and found it to be rather invaluable.
This is very direct-to-the-point and concise. The only problem I noticed was as others have mentioned, the pictures are not very clear, sometimes difficult to make out what you are looking at, but the value of this book overall makes that easy to overlook.
This is an easy book to get into, very informative, I guess some might consider it bland because it is indeed in textbook form, it still remains a valuable learning and resource tool. I'd recommend this to anyone!
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Book Description
Introduction to Modern Virology has been an established student text for over 25 years. Providing an integrated account of the subject across different host systems, with an emphasis on human and animal viruses, this book covers the field of virology from molecular biology to disease processes using a unique systems approach. Featuring an all new art program in full color, the new edition has been updated throughout, and reorganized into thematic sections on the fundamental nature of viruses, their growth in cells, their interactions with the host organism and their role as agents of human disease. There is a new chapter on Human Viral Disease and rapidly developing areas, such as the use of viruses as gene therapy vectors, have been included. The 6th edition is even more accessible, now including key points and integrative questions in every chapter, as well as text boxes emphasizing take-home messages, evidence underpinning the main concepts, and further information for more advanced readers. Prevention and therapy, evolution and emerging viruses receive particular attention and specific chapters address the major infectious challenges posed by HIV, pandemic influenza and BSE. This highly accessible text provides ideal reading for all undergraduate and postgraduate students of biology and medicine wishing to study virology.
Customer Reviews:
Good Information, Bad Organization.......2006-05-10
Granted virology is not the most organized branch of science, the author could have done a much better job organizing the information. At many times through out this book I felt lost, not because I didn't understand the information (if you've taken molecular bio virology will be a much easier course) but because I couldn't figure out how this example fit into the big picture. Later on after finishing a couple of chapters I had to go back through my notes, rearrange everything, and add notes to my notes.
On the good side, there was a lot of helpful information and background on the experiments used to assertain this information.
All you need to start this fascinating subject.......1999-07-11
Virology is not the easiest of subjects to consider studying so it was with some trepidation that I ordered this book. My confidence was well founded as it is in every way superb. Chapters include definitions of viruses, lab techniques, biochemistry, processes of infection, virus-host interactions, vaccines, evolution of viruses and focus chapters on specific viruss/groups. Every page was fascinating and ,relatively easy to grasp if read in page order (though this is not a book for the complete layman, 'A' level biology or chemistry will be useful if not essential). Did you know that ME is caused by a virus, or that seals can catch human flu, or that at laest two infectious particle SMALLER than viruses exist? Read this book!
Book Description
Save hours of study time, build test taking confidence, and ace the USMLE Step 1 and course exams with most user-friendly, complete, and frequently updated review of medical microbiology and immunology available
There's no faster or more effective way to prepare for the USMLE Step 1 and course exams than Medical Microbiology & Immunology Examination. Completely updated throughout, the Ninth Edition offers a concise, high-yield review of the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology, with an emphasis on the clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases.
Everything you need for fast and thorough exam preparation:
The most frequently updated microbiology review available
600+ USMLE-format questions
A complete USMLE-style exam with case-based questions
Review questions and case studies to reinforce essential material
An emphasis on must-know areas of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology
An intense focus on clinical application
Summaries of important microorganisms for rapid review
Summary tables that emphasize important epidemiological aspects of infectious diseases
Basic science pearls that summarize fundamental concepts
Informative tables and figures
An understanding of the clinical relevance of microbiology
Revised and expanded coverage of HIV, hepatitis viruses and immunology
Customer Reviews:
Great Review Book.......2007-09-19
This book is an EXCELLENT review of Microbiology. Highly recommended for use with a Medical Microbiology course.
Great Medical Micro Book!!!.......2007-07-06
For those who are sick of bullet-point powerpoint presentations and bulky books, finally a book that has all the stuff you NEED for the USMLE..
I have tried the BRS, Lippinocott's and other's; this one is THE book to get. It is a great way to review the concepts in a concise and compact way. Plus it has great charts in it; these are great for the quick reference.
A very good review for USMLE.......2007-02-12
I liked this book very much. It is a very good review of Microbiology and Immunology for USMLE.
The main section covers major bacteriology, virology and parasitology. At the end of each chapter, there is a brief section with 'PEARLS', most important information in the chapter in brief. Then there is a 40-page section with brief summaries of medically important organisms. There is a concise Immunology section. It is followed by clinical cases and USMLE type exam questions.
If you like to have most important information repeated more than once, then this is the book for you. I found a little problem with organization of information. In virology, there is a chapter with brief description of virus families. Most of that information is repeated in following chapters. In immunology section, I had to go back and forth between chapters. The chemotherapy section could cause some confusion if you also read Katzung & Trevors Pharmacology (Exam & Board Review). I don't know if you need all that information about the parasites not common in the US.
Overall, a very good review book for USMLE.
Book Description
MCM provides all microbiologists, laboratorians, and infectious disease professionals with the definitive reference work for running an effective, state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory. No other single resource offers such extensive, up-to-date, practical information presented in a concise and easily accessible format. MCM continues to set the standard for reliability and day-to-day utility as a reference work for all busy professionals in the diagnostic laboratory and infectious disease communities.
Guiding the clinical microbiologist in the selection, performance, and interpretation of laboratory procedures, MCM focuses on the when and why of diagnostic procedures, as well as the how. It presents a direct approach to organizing information with thorough but concise treatments of all the major areas of microbiology, including new microbial discoveries, changing diagnostic methods, and emerging therapeutic challenges facing clinicians.
Customer Reviews:
manual of clinical microbiology, Vol 1 and 2.......2005-10-03
This is the gold star standard for practicing clinical microbiologists
ONE STEP BENEATH EXCELLENCE.......2002-08-03
At 1773 pages, the "Manual of Clinical Microbiology" is a good (medium size) reference for a clinical or diagnostic microbiologist. It offers detailed information on both practical and theoretical aspects of the subject. Its authority is unquestionable. Pathologists, doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and anybody whose business concerns infectious diseases will find the book useful.
The only setback is that it is awkwardly expensive. Many potential buyers would be enticed by cheaper alternatives: there are lots of them out there.
The classical Microbiology laboratrory text.......2001-11-26
This book is comprehensive, well put together and thorough in all of its aspects. It is an invaluable text in the microbiology department. I and my workplace have a copy, and it is the most often refered text in our laboratory only Bergeys and Mandell come close. All aspects including bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology, laboratory metheds etc etc are covered it is a one stop clinical microbiology text. I have no resevations in wholeheartedly recommending this book. The only thing I would add is that I would like to see it on CD-ROM
it is very good book.......2001-03-23
this is very good book , but u have to know the basic back ground of microbiology because , it give u the smallest detaile , and the unusuall things in microbiology, but it is the bible of clinical microbiology
Book Description
Designed for students learning about viruses for the first time(t the undergraduate or graduate level), Fundamentals of Molecular Virology is presented in a style which relates to today's students and professors. The text approaches learning about virology by presenting a set of chapters each of which covers a specific virus family, using one or two well-studied viruses as examples. Each chapter is designed to tell a story about the virus under discussion, and to portray the "personality" of that virus. The text incorporates lessons from classic and contemporary concepts providing a well-rounded presentation on the subject of virology.
FEATURES OF FUNDAMENTALS OF MOLECULAR VIROLOGY
* Unique, Applied Chapter Stories. Each chapter presents a unique example or case to help introduce the students to the different viruses that will be studied or examined in that chapter.
* Evolutionary Boxes. Feature exciting and current developments in molecular virology. These are integrated throughout the entire book and can be found in every chapter. These help students understand the importance of currency and application of virology.
* Comprehensive, Illustrative Art Program. The text contains a number of two-color figures which focus on the individual steps in virus replication and helps draw student's attention to important concepts and details.
* Coverage of Human Pathogens. Includes chapters that cover important human pathogens such as smallpox virus, measles virus, poliovirus, herpes viruses, human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus, Ebola virus, SARS corona virus, West Nile virus, and others.
What instructors are saying about Fundamentals of Molecular Virology
"I like the structured treatment that is presented in Acheson. Overall, it is one of the best written and clearly organized texts on the subject I have seen." - Jeannine Williams, College of Marin
"I found the text very readable and believe it will appeal to a wide audience of students...I believe this text will have broad appeal in a field where few texts exist." - Michael Roner, The University of Texas at Arlington
"The main strength of the book is the great molecular detail the author achieves, but still at a level that an undergraduate student should be able to master. I like the blend of molecular with medical; this has been lacking in most virology books that I have considered using." - Darlene Walro, Walsh University
Customer Reviews:
A Fantastic Introduction to Virology.......2007-05-25
Fundamentals of Molecular Virology is by far one of the most readable scientific textbooks I have ever come across. The focus is on common characteristics of virus families rather than on individuals. For example, rather than having a chapter just covering the rabies virus this book has a chapter on the Rhabdovirus family and covers the mechanisms that each of the commonly studied rhabdoviruses use for each of the viral life cycle stages.
The book is also organized into orders, each of the viral orders will have their families grouped together. The rhabdovirus chapter is right next to the paramyxoviridae and filoviridae viruses to make up the mononegavirales order.
The writing is clear and concise. The style of writing is geared towards an audience with no previous virology experience and gently guides the reader through the basics of virology. Some attention is given to laboratory procedure but the book was not written as a lab manual and so it only provides a brief overview of some of the common techniques.
The biggest weakness of the book is in graphic illustration. Many of the illustrations are bland and monochromatic - there is very little use of color for a textbook this expensive.
If you are taking a virology or microbiology course I would strongly recommend that you get a copy of this book as a reference regardless of what textbook your instructor uses.
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Lupus, a disease of the immune system, can be quite deadly, claiming the lives of thousands of patients yearly. Dr. Daniel J. Wallace is one of the world's leading authorities on this disorder, an eminent clinician who has treated over 2000 lupus patients, the largest such practice in America. His The Lupus Book, originally published in 1995, immediately established itself as the most readable and helpful book on the disease. Now Dr. Wallace has once again completely revised The Lupus Book, incorporating a wealth of new information. This Third Edition discusses the newest breakthroughs in drug treatments and alternative therapies as well as updated information on the immune system--all laid out in user-friendly language that any patient could understand. Readers will discover new blood tests and new drugs introduced since the last edition, an extensive table of herbs that can be used for the disorder, and a large section on cognitive therapy and biofeedback. And as in past editions, the book provides absolutely lucid answers to such questions as: What causes lupus? How and where is the body affected? Can a woman with lupus have a baby? And how can one manage this disease? There is also a glossary of terms and an appendix of lupus resource materials compiled by the Lupus Foundation of America. Over a million Americans have lupus and some tens of thousands of patients die every year from the disease. The Third Edition of The Lupus Book offers these patients and their families a wealth of reliable, up-to-date information that will help them manage the disease and live a happier life. DT Endorsed by the Lupus Foundation of America DT A portion of the proceeds goes to Lupus research
Customer Reviews:
The Lupus Book.......2007-07-23
I was recently diagnosed with lupus. I found this book to be extremely helpful with alot of the questions I had. I would recommend to anyone who has the disease to read this book.
If only all books about Lupus were as good as this...........2007-03-13
I have Lupus, and have bought each new edition of the book as it has come out. It's the best book on Lupus out there. Now I have also been diagnosed with MS, if only I could find a book about MS that was as concise, organized and well written as this one, I wouldn't feel nearly as "alone" in the land of MS as I do.
Thank you Dr. Wallace for such a great book that helped me navigate the uncertain road of being newly diagnosed with Lupus 15 years ago, and for the continued information you provide to all of us who have or are affected by Lupus.
Valuable Resource from an Expert.......2007-01-09
The Lupus Book provides current information by a noted expert on the illness of lupus. I personally use this book as an "encyclopedia" whenever info is needed in my journey with lupus. It has been a comfort to be able to reach for answers to my most immediate questions. Of course it doesn't replace my physician, but it rests at my bedside ready to offer info at any time of the day or night. An invaluable resource.
A God Send.......2006-08-28
This book is one of the best out there on Lupus. Mr. Wallace disects the disease into many parts because Lupus had many frustrating facets to it. After reading this book, I am going to talk to my doctor who does not think that I have Lupus, because I don't fit neatly into a box. I can't wait to tell this doctor that my last blood test showed the anitphospholipid levels were extremely high. I noticed it, he didn't. Thank you Mr. Wallace for naming the symptoms, and the cause of it. My "gut feeling" was right.
I have Lupus.......2006-07-25
I have Lupus and this book is definitely informative to me. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.....
Book Description
Microcards are a packet of review flashcards in medical microbiology intended primarily for second year medical students taking a microbiology course and preparing for USMLE Step 1. Features include: coverage of clinically relevant viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminths; a clinical case and annotated picture summarizing the laboratory diagnosis on each card; description of pathobiology from start to finish; grouping of a microorganism's pathobiology into conceptual categories; and accessory cards that highlight concepts common to all microorganisms.
Customer Reviews:
The Best Cards!.......2007-04-24
BUY THESE INSTEAD OF BUGCARDS! These cards are amazing for both learning and reviewing. As a first year medical student, I appreciate how concise and useful the information is. The first 8 or so cards show the common infections in each organ system - VERY HIGH YIELD! The rest of the cards cover the important human pathogens. Also included are helpful algorithms and explanations of virulence and toxins. I didn't take micro before now, and I was able to follow along perfectly well. Another resource you may consider to use in conjunction is Medical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple. It is very good as well.
AWESOME!!!.......2007-04-02
I aced my bacteriology exam with these. They are an awesome way to reinforce the course material. Great for a quick review!
Great for learning microbiology.......2006-11-06
TOO indepth for the boards. I barely had any micro on STEP1, so these cards didn't really make a difference in my grade. THey are great to follow and use if you are currently in microbio for med school, but too indepth for the boards. There is a clinical vingette and great explainations and keypoints on each card. THey also reference to other cards which I thought was great for integration.
Excellent for Step 1 !!.......2006-05-19
Extremely well organized with overview cards to give the big picture and then a card for each microbe with all the pertinent info. On the front of each card is a "Clinical Case" giving the classic presentation for that organism - this really drives home the big picture for that organism and is how the boards will give it to you. These are also great for any Micro course - you may just have to add the info your specific professor wants you to know. Highly recommended.
great for path and micro.......2006-03-10
I'm a 2nd year med student and these cards are helping me alot with path and micro
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