Introductory Immunology: Basic Concepts for Interdisciplinary Applications

Author:   Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (PhD Molecular and Cellular Biology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston McGovern Medical School, TX, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA)
Publisher:   Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
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9780124200302


Pages:   172
Publication Date:   19 June 2014
Replaced By:   9780128165720
Format:   Paperback
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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.

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Author:   Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (PhD Molecular and Cellular Biology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston McGovern Medical School, TX, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA) ,  Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, USA)
Publisher:   Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Imprint:   Academic Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 15.10cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.200kg
ISBN:  

9780124200302


ISBN 10:   0124200303
Pages:   172
Publication Date:   19 June 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Replaced By:   9780128165720
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Overview of immune components Host immune defenses Systems and cells Innate and adaptive components Immune reactions How we defend against infectious agents Bacteria and mycobacteria Viral agents HIV/AIDS Fungal and parasitic organisms Basic disorders of immune function Autoimmunities Allergies, asthma, and endocrinology Vaccines and Immunotherapy How vaccines function Vaccines: Truths and myths Immunopharmacology Immunity and aging Cancer immunology Natural defense against tumors Cancers of the immune system Transplantation

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This book is, in many ways, a dictionary of immunological terms and concepts. It would probably be a good review for undergraduate students, nursing students, and medical and dental students. Rating: 66 - 2 Stars --Doody's.com, February 20, 2015


Author Information

Jeffrey K. Actor, PhD, is a professor and Medical Immunology Course Director in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Center at Houston. Dr. Actor received his PhD degree from the University of Massachusetts. His research interests include examination of host immune responses during pathogenic disease, understanding proinflammatory and regulatory cytokines during mycobacterial infections, vaccine development, and molecular mechanisms of adjuvant-induced immunomodulation. 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.

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