Main description:

This second of the three-volume tuberculosis book series provides a comprehensive overview of immunological and cell biological aspects of tuberculosis. Edited by the undisputed world leader in the field, this is the most comprehensive book on the topic available, and the first in recent years to focus on both basic research and clinical aspects of TB.

Contents:

Immunity to M. tuberculosis and BCG: Introduction Recognition Receptors and Phagocytosis for M. tuberculosis Transcriptional Response of Macrophages and Dendritic Cells to M. tuberculosis Dendritic Cells and Antigen Presentation Killing Mechanisms of the Host Against M. tuberculosis Manipulation of the Macrophage Response Conventional T Cells and their Antigenic Repertoire Unconventional T Cells Cytokines in Tuberculosis Antibodies in Tuberculosis Pathology Maintenance of Latent Infection with Correlates of Protective Immunity Genetics of Resistance (mouse and man) HIV/TB Interactions Novel Vaccination Strategies Against Tuberculosis Experimental Animal Models of Tuberculosis