Tumor Immunology: Molecularly Defined Antigens and Clinical Applications / Edition 1

by Giorgio Parmiani, Michael T. Lotze

Overview

Recent advances in immunology and molecular biology have resulted in new therapeutic approaches being generated and implemented in cancer clinics. The discovery of new antigens, mechanisms of antigen presentation, and interplay of cells involved in anti-tumor immunity have made the clinical control of some cancers more plausible than previously thought. An invaluable source for clinicians, researchers, and students, Tumor Immunology presents an introductory overview of the immunology of cancer including therapeutic approaches. Topics covered include the immune recognition of cancer-tumor antigens, humoral recognition of cancer, and the immunotherapy of cancer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415272162
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/25/2002
Series:	Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy Ser. , #1
Pages:	218
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Giorgio Parmiani, Michael T. Lotze

Table of Contents

Introduction. Immune Recognition of Cancer-Tumor Antigens. Processing and Presentation of Antigen for the Activation of Lymphocytes. Cellular Recognition of Tumors by T and NK Cells. Humoral Recognition of Cancer. Immunotherapy of Cancer. Tumor Evasion of Immune System.