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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

ISBN-103527324127

ISBN-139783527324125

eBay Product ID (ePID)110979286

Product Key Features

Number of Pages372 Pages

Publication NameExploring Immunology : concepts and Evidence

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2012

SubjectImmunology, Life Sciences / Cell Biology

TypeTextbook

AuthorJon Austyn, Gordon Macpherson

Subject AreaScience, Medical

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight35.6 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width8.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

Dewey Edition22

Reviews"I recommend it highly to all aspiring immunologists." ( The Biologist , 1 February 2013) "I cannot do less than to honestly recommend it." ( European Journal of Immunology , 1 December 2012) "However, the authors also address readers at a higher professional level. Indeed, it might be interesting for them, too, because Exploring Immunologyis a book whose title keeps its promise." ( Lab Times , 1 November 2012)

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal616.079

Table Of ContentINTRODUCTION Introduction Immune Responses Infection and Immunity Immunopathology and Immunotherapy Exploring Immunology THE IMMUNE SYSTEM Introduction Host Defence Against Infection Anatomical Basis of Immunity Cellular Basis of Immunity Molecular Basis of Immunity Immune Responses and Disease INFECTION AND IMMUNITY Introduction Pathogens and Infectious Disease Host Defence Against Infection Infection and Immunity in Action Immunity and Vaccines FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM Introduction Natural Barriers Functional Anatomy of Innate Immunity Functional Anatomy of Adaptive Immunity Development of Blood Cells and Organs of Immunity Stem Cell and Gene Therapy INNATE IMMUNITY Introduction Induction of Innate Immunity "Tissue-Resident Cells" of Innate Immunity Recruited Effectors of Innate Immunity Haematopoiesis and Myeloid Cells Vaccines and Adjuvants T CELL-MEDIATED IMMUNITY Introduction Major Histocompatibility Complex and Antigen Presentation T Lymphocyte Activation Effector and Memory Functions of T Cells in Infection T Cell Development and Selection Adoptive Cell Therapy ANTIBODY-MEDIATED IMMUNITY Introduction Antibody Structure and Function B Cell Responses B Cell Memory, Antibodies and Long-Term Resistance to Re-Infection Cell Differentiation and Selection Therapeutic Antibodies IMMUNITY, DISEASE AND THERAPY Introduction What are the Mechanisms of Tissue Damage Caused by the Immune System? Why Do We Make Harmful Immune Responses to Harmless Antigens? Immunopathology and Therapy in Action Transplantation Immunology Tumour Immunity Conclusions ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS FURTHER STUDY QUESTIONS

SynopsisKnapp und präzise erklärt dieses einführende Lehrbuch der Immunologie die Funktion des Immunsystems anhand sorgfältig ausgewählter Beispiele aus der klinischen Praxis und dem Experiment. Von Büchern mit ähnlichem Themenspektrum unterscheidet es sich durch den klar evidenzbasierten Ansatz. Die Autoren -- ein erfahrener Dozent und ein angesehener Forscher -- regen dabei stets zur kritischen Reflexion des gelernten Stoffs an. Based on examples using clinical and experimental data, this concise introductory textbook provides an insight into the immune system, prompting readers to ask critical questions in order to further advance our understanding. Website: www.wiley-vch.de/home/immunology, This concise introductory textbook uses carefully chosen examples from clinical and experimental observations to provide an insight into the principles underlying the immune system. As a result, it encourages readers to ask critical questions in order to further advance our understanding of this unique organ. Both authors are experienced lecturers and highly regarded researchers. The book is professionally illustrated in four color throughout with beautiful artwork which by itself distinguish the title from any comparable title. Website: www.wiley-vch.de/home/immunology, This concise introductory textbook uses carefully chosen examples from clinical and experimental observations to provide an insight into the principles underlying the immune system. As a result, it encourages readers to ask critical questions in order to further advance our understanding of this unique organ.

LC Classification NumberQR181