Janeway's Immunobiology (Immunobiology: The Immune System (Janeway)) [Paperback]

Kenneth M. Murphy (Author), Paul Travers (Author), Mark Walport (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 27, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0815341237 | ISBN-13: 978-0815341239 | Edition: 7

Janeway's Immunobiology, Seventh Edition is an introductory text for use in immunology courses for undergraduates, graduate students and medical students. It guides the reader through the immune system in all its aspects - from the first engagement of innate immunity to the generation of the adaptive immune response and its clinical consequences. The Seventh Edition has been comprehensively updated throughout, and includes new information on topics such as NK cells, Toll-like receptors, AID, viral evasins, mucosal immunity, and celiac disease, to name a few. Each copy of the book includes a revised CD-ROM, Immunobiology Interactive, which contains animations and videos with voiceover narration, as well as the figures from the text for presentation purposes. Janeway's Immunobiology continues to set the standard for currency and authority with its clear writing style and organization, full-color art program, scientific accuracy and consistent viewpoint - that of the host's interaction with an environment containing many species of potentially harmful microorganisms.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The field of immunology is expanding rapidly and it is a difficult task to include all aspects in a single textbook, but the authors have done a commendable job to incorporate new information on topics varying from the generation of Th17 cells to pathogen recognition receptors. One of the strongest aspects of the volume is the use of visual aides for learning....The lectures are clear, informative, and enjoyable....no matter your method of instruction, this textbook will be an outstanding learning tool."
The Quarterly Review of Biology, Volume 83, No. 4, December 2008

"The highly illustrated text in color has 5 appendices, a glossary, updated references, a detailed index and a CD-ROM. Highly recommended."
Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Volume 5, No. 4, June 2008

"...this is an excellent overview of immunology placed in a biological context...I am pleased to have it on my shelf and I recommend it for yours if you are interested in human immunology in the broadest context or are involved in teaching the subject...Such books that make complex content easy to understand are few and far between."
British Society of Immunology Journal, Immunology News, May 2008

Praise for the Sixth Edition:

"Immunobiology is one of the most outstanding introductory texts in immunology that I have come across in recent years....The book is well written and edited with lots of tables and diagrams....Most importantly, the book is easily read and understood with each topic covered in a comprehensive manner. In addition, each chapter has a number of summaries after each key concept to help the readers digest the information. Discussion questions on the topics at the end of each chapter can form the basis of discussion and be used for review and stimulating thoughts....A very attractive feature of the book is the CD-ROM - Immunobiology Interactive. It contains an archive of all the figures in the book loaded into PowerPoint presentations so these can be inserted into presentations with ease...Furthermore, there are videos and animations...In summary, this book is a must..."
World Allergy Organization News and Notes

Praise for Previous Editions:

"This book provides authority, clarity, breadth and inspiration. Its high standards have blazed a trail….Go and get your own copy, and fill up that inviting white margin on every page with your own notations."
TRENDS in Immunology

"One of the best general immunology textbooks available….This book clearly sets a new standard, and should not be missed by anyone interested in the subject."
Immunology Today

"This is one of the best basic immunology textbooks available. Materials are well organized and clearly presented. It is a must-have for clinicians and researchers who strive to have an understanding of basic immunology."
Doody Enterprises

About the Author

Kenneth M. Murphy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA.

Paul Travers, Scottish Centre for Regenerative Medicine, UK.

Mark Walport, The Wellcome Trust, UK.

Product Details

• Paperback: 928 pages
• Publisher: Garland Science; 7 edition (November 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0815341237
• ISBN-13: 978-0815341239
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #172,608 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #44 in Books > Medical Books > Basic Sciences > Immunology

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yes, November 17, 2008

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R. Escobedo "RAEB" (Hamilton, ON) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Janeway's Immunobiology (Immunobiology: The Immune System (Janeway)) (Paperback)

If your prof does not recommend this - ignore her and get this. The first chapter alone will get you through most college level immuno courses. The rest is at an almost-phd level but is still really well written and understandable, with the most important thing - accurate and memorable pictures.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction and reference material, August 16, 2009

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This review is from: Janeway's Immunobiology (Immunobiology: The Immune System (Janeway)) (Paperback)

As a grad student with zero immunological background working on a lot of immunology, I finally got fed up with not understanding the jargon and bought this book. It's the best money I've spent on school yet! There are extensive figures and legends that reiterate concepts, and the appendices are bar non. There is an appendix that includes every cytokine, its function, and what diseases deficiencies or knock-outs of the cytokine result in (a life-saver for me!). I highly, highly recommend it, despite its VERY human emphasis and the fact that I work on various, non-model (mouse, etc) species.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Immunology 7th Ed. (Janeway's) is a GREAT IMMUNOLOGY TEXT!!!, June 15, 2008

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Stephen M. Sadder (Philadelphia PA) - See all my reviews
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I highly recommend this text to any profession, undergrad, and/or grad interested in pursuing a career in immunology, microbiology, or molecular. It is very detailed and easy to read. Plus, if you buy new version, the CD is very useful to watch video clips of important, yet complex topics.