RECENT ADVANCES IN IMMUNOLOGY (HB 2017)

Description

Immunology is a complex and fast-developing medical speciality, yielding fascinating and important insights into health and disease. This new book gathers expert contributions from around the world to present the latest advances. In the first part, advances in immunology that target cancer, inflammation and infections are presented. The chapters range across topics including the role of early nutrition in the development of the immune system, the CNS innate immune system and the emerging roles of neuroimmune regulators, and how viruses work to suppress host immune response and prolong persistence. Part two considers autoimmune diseases with a focus on contributing factors, specific cases, and the development of stem cell and other therapies. Topics explored here include apoptosis and autoimmune disorders, and biologic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Finally, part three examines the pathogenetic aspects of autoimmune diseases. Topics considered here include the role of environment and gene interactions in autoimmune diseases, and chronic periaortitis as a systemic autoimmune disease. The book offers meticulously researched studies and new findings for the benefit of students and physicians alike.