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by George Pinchuk (Author)
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Easy-to-understand review of the basic topics in immunology More than 200 detailed problems solved step-by-step Perfect for the professional reviewing core concepts Covers molecular, cellular, and systemic immunology
Use with these courses: Biology Microbiology Molecular Biology Biological Engineering Biochemistry Animal and Dairy Sciences Pre-medical Studies Pre-veterinary Studies
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Inside, you will find: A concise approach to the basics ofimmunology Solved problems that supplement any immunology course Outlines of the dynamics of immune responses and their outcomes Unique approach to immunology as it relates to biological sciences, pathology and medicine
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Chapters include: Overview of Immunity and the Immune System Cells, Tissues, and Organs of the Immune System Antibodies and Antigens Maturation of B Lymphocytes and Expression of Immunoglobulin Genes The Major Histocompatibility Complex Antigen Processing and Presentation T cell antigen recognition and activation B Lymphocyte Activation and Antibody Production Immunologic Tolerance Cytokines Innate Immunity Effector Mechanisms of Cell-Mediated Immunity Effector Mechanisms of Humoral Immunity Immunity to Microbes Transplantation Immunology Immunity to Tumors Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Diseases Immunodeficiencies
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Author Biography
George Pinchuk obtained his M.D. from Kyiv Medical University, and his Ph.D. from the Institute of Medical Genetics of the Academy of Medical Sciences of the (former) USSR. In the latter institution, he worked in the Laboratory of Immunogenetics directed by Prof. L.A. Pevnitsky, who is a renowned immunologist and specialist in the mechanisms of immune tolerance. He has taught Immunology at Seattle Pacific University, and at the University of Washington. Having been appointed Assistant Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences of Mississippi State University, he continues to do research in immunology and to teach this subject to 60 to 70 students each semester.
