Immunology category: 985 books
Innovation in Vaccinology
from design, through to delivery and testing
Language: English
Release Date: July 20, 2012
Prevention of infectious diseases by vaccination is one of the most significant achievements of modern medicine. During the 20th century, the average human life span in the developed world was about 70 years and it is expected to increase, with a significant portion of this increase directly attributed...
Human Virology in Latin America
From Biology to Control
Language: English
Release Date: July 19, 2017
This book is a compilation of some of the most remarkable contributions made by scientists currently working in Latin America to the understanding of virus biology, the pathogenesis of virus-related diseases, virus epidemiology, vaccine trials and antivirals development. In addition to recognizing...
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Language: English
Release Date: November 11, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: November 11, 2013
The recent developments in modern vaccinology are mainly based on: (i) cloning of microbial genes into recombinant vectors containing genetic information for expression of desired neutralizing immunogens; (ii) alternatives of attenuated vectors with deleted genes permitting the insertion of several...
Replicating Vaccines
A New Generation
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2010
Technological advances, together with a better understanding of the molecular biology of infectious microorganisms, are creating exciting possibilities for a new generation of replicating vaccines. Historically, live vaccines have been either directly derived from a natural source or attenuated by...
Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus and Other Arenaviruses
Symposium held at the Heinrich-Pette-Institut für experimentelle Virologie und Immunologie, Universität Hamburg, October 16–18, 1972
Language: English
Release Date: December 6, 2012
Four decades ago, lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus was discovered, at about the same time and independently, in 3 different localities in the U.S.A. Armstrong and Lillie encountered the agent in a monkey when they passaged a recent isolate of the St. Louis encephalitis virus; Rivers and Scott isolated...
by Philip Conaghan, Amanda E Nelson
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2012
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and represents a massive problem in our aging and overweight society. For most people, it is a syndrome of joint pain and stiffness, with associated functional problems that have a substantial impact on quality of life. The two internationally renowned...
Mucosal Vaccines
Modern Concepts, Strategies, and Challenges
Language: English
Release Date: January 11, 2012
This volume is focused on the development of vaccines which generate immune effectors capable of blocking mucosal entry or peripheral pathogen spread. A critical first step in the design of mucosal vaccines is the selection of administration route. Not all mucosal immunization routes are created equally...
Immune Reactions and Experimental Models in Rheumatic Diseases
Proceedings of the Fourth Canadian Conference on Research in the Rheumatic Diseases Toronto, October 15-17, 1970
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 1972
The proceedings of the fourth Canadian conference on research in the rheumatic diseases held in Toronto in October 1970, this volume includes some 50 papers based on recent research carried out in Canada, the US, and abroad. The papers centre on two main themes: immunological aspects of the rheumatic...
Biomaterials Associated Infection
Immunological Aspects and Antimicrobial Strategies
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2012
Biomaterials associated infection (BAI) is one of the most common complications associated with implantation of any biomaterial regardless of form or function. These infections usually involve bacterial colonization and biofilm formation on the biomaterial itself, rendering the infection impervious...
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Language: English
Release Date: March 14, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: March 14, 2013
W. B. Harrison, B. A. C. Dijkmans During the last decade intervention has been instituted for all kinds of disease- even in a premorbid state, as early as possible, to control the activity of the disease, to avoid further damage and to maintain quality of life. Apart from the principle 'Treat now,...
by Sheldon Cohen M.D. FACP
Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2015
THE BOOK IS IN TWO PARTS:1. FICTION TALE INVOLVING AN EXTREMELY RARE AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND THE PHYSICIANS, PATIENT AND FAMILY'S FRUSTRATION IN MAKING A DIAGNOSIS, AND 2. NON FICTION DETAILING THE LAST 60 PLUS YEARS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CONCEPTS OF AUTOIMMUNITY AND AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE.
by Kenneth Kee
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2015
Chapter 1The Immune SystemWhat is immunity?Immunity can be defined as protection from infection such as bacteria, virus, fungus, foreign body.There are different kinds of immunity.This topic is about how different parts of the bodies work together to keep us from...
by Kenneth Kee
Language: English
Release Date: December 13, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: December 13, 2014
The thymus is a specialized organ of the immune system.
The function of the thymus is the production and education of T cells which are critical cells of the adaptive immune system and play a central role in cell-mediated immunity:
The thymus is largest and most active during the neonatal...
Sinus Headache, Migraine, and the Otolaryngologist
A Comprehensive Clinical Guide
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2017
This volume will serve as a comprehensive and useful guide for ENT physicians in the recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of patients who suffer from sinus headaches and migraines. The text reviews key issues such as identification and management of migraine, and appropriate surgical and nonsurgical...