Introductory Immunology
Beschreibung:
Professor Actor has established himself as a productive educator-scientist with a strong background in immunology and molecular biology with a broad range of expertise in pathobiology. He has shown his commitment to education and excellence, at both the Medical School and Graduate School levels.
Introductory Immunology quickly acquaints readers with natural immune responses manifesting in diseases and disorders. The book presents a complete picture of natural defenses to infectious agents, as well as the mechanisms that lead to autoimmune dysfunction. In addition, it examines immunologically based diseases, giving the reader sufficient knowledge to make sound clinical decisions leading to better treatment outcomes.
Introductory Immunology is aimed at researchers, postgraduates, or any scientifically inclined reader interested in immunology. No prior expertise in medical, biochemical, or cellular science is needed to benefit from the clear presentation of immunology concepts in this book.
Overview of immune componentsHost immune defensesSystems and cellsInnate and adaptive componentsImmune reactionsHow we defend against infectious agentsBacteria and mycobacteriaViral agentsHIV/AIDSFungal and parasitic organismsBasic disorders of immune functionAutoimmunitiesAllergies, asthma, and endocrinologyVaccines and ImmunotherapyHow vaccines functionVaccines: Truths and mythsImmunopharmacologyImmunity and agingCancer immunologyNatural defense against tumorsCancers of the immune systemTransplantation