The Molecular and Cellular Biology of Wound Repair (The Language of Science) [Hardcover]

R.A.F. Clark (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 030645159X | ISBN-13: 978-0306451591 | Publication Date: March 31, 1996 | Edition: 1

'Provides comprehensive detail on the various aspects of particular molecules involved in the phases of injury and repair and the cellular movements and processes....This is an excellent reference book for libraries serving biology and health science clientele and for workers in this field of research.' -American Scientist, from a review of the First Edition All chapters of this second edition have been completely revised and expanded-especially the chapters on growth factors and extracellular matrix molecules. New chapters discuss provisional matrix proteins, extracellular matrix receptors, and scarring versus nonscarring wound healing.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 636 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (March 31, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 030645159X
• ISBN-13: 978-0306451591
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,375,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very comprehensive book. Well worth the price., April 19, 2008

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This review is from: The Molecular and Cellular Biology of Wound Repair (The Language of Science) (Hardcover)

This book is pretty amazing. All the molecular and cellular mechanisms and applications involved in wound repair are discussed in depth. The chapters are filled with so much detail in this area that it would be a must-have resource for any researcher or student in this field.