How the Immune System Works (How It Works) (2nd Edition)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 063204702X ISBN 13: 9780632047024

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, 2002

Not just another immunology book, Blackwell now offers the 2nd edition of How the Immune System Works. Written in the same offbeat, "lecture-style" you're familiar with, the second edition provides a perfect introduction to the essential principles of the immune system, covered in 9 humorous but highly informative "lectures." Perfect as exam-prep review or an enjoyable overview of a difficult subject.

This revised edition features:
· New updates on the Pathophysiology of immunology
· System-based approach that examines immunology as a system
· Unique and engaging style for quick and easy learning

From the Back Cover:

Blackwell now offers the 2nd edition of How the Immune System Works. Written in the same offbeat "lecture-style" you’re familiar with, this new edition provides a perfect introduction to the essential principles of the human immune system, covered in 9 humorous, but highly informative, "lectures." Perfect as an exam-prep review or an enjoyable overview of a difficult subject.

New features to this edition:

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• Extensive updates on the pathophysiology of immunology
  
• Over 20 new or updated figures outlining key concepts
  
• Thought questions designed to simulate classroom discussion

About the Author:

Lauren M. Sompayrac, PhD Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, University of Colorado, Boulder