Immunology: An Introduction [Hardcover]

Ian Tizard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 8, 1994 | ISBN-10: 0030041988 | ISBN-13: 978-0030041983 | Edition: 4

This classic immunology text for undergraduates keeps pace with the constant evolution in our understanding of the immune system while maintaining a clear focus on the concepts of immunology. The text provides a straightforward overview of the subject and is accessible to students with diverse preparation, from biology to allied health majors. Coverage of new discoveries in the field makes this the most current text available. Features: * Major experimental procedures are highlighted in boxes to stress that immunology is an experimental science. "A Closer Look" boxes provide a more in-depth examination of various aspects of specific topics. * Multiple choice questions and open-ended problems and exercises test students' memory retention and critical thinking skills. * An extensive glossary defines all terms: key terms are also marked within the text. A detailed illustration program helps clarify concepts. * Comparative approach to the subject draws examples from outside the usual human or mouse area. New to this edition: * The text features new coverage on many topics including: nitric oxide, chemokines, apoptosis, new cytokines, the BCR complex, antigen procssing, new information on AIDS, use of DNA for vaccination. * Three new review chapters (2, 3, and 7) on microbiology, biochemistry, and cell biology respectively give students a quick refernce for this material as it relates to immunology. * New chapter openers profile eminent immunologists and provide historical perspective.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 568 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 4 edition (December 8, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0030041988
• ISBN-13: 978-0030041983
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #696,268 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Immunology student for one year runing., March 24, 2000

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This review is from: Immunology: An Introduction (Hardcover)

After carefully reviewing this book for almost a year, I find that it it pretty good for beginners. Although, when you inspect carefully later chapters there is a fault in continuity. The simplysity and completeness of the first chapters are somewhat lost throughout the book. One more thing, the lack of a comprehensive webpage and all its benefits leaves wanting a more personal touch in this material.