
The Logic of Immunity ? Deciphering an Enigma
Deciphering an Enigma
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Product details:
- Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press
- Date of Publication 19 March 2024
- ISBN 9781421447650
- Binding Hardback
- No. of pages208 pages
- Size 235x160x17 mm
- Weight 454 g
- Language English
- Illustrations 24 Line drawings, black & white 976
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Long description:
Unveils how the immune system works and explores strategies for harnessing its potential for maintaining good health.
Embark on a fascinating journey into the human immune system with The Logic of Immunity. B. J. Cherayil, an accomplished immunologist and educator, demystifies the complex workings of our body's defense system. This scientifically grounded book illustrates the inner mechanisms of specialized cells and molecules that safeguard our health, shedding light on how and why our immune systems can malfunction and lead to disease.
Drawing from years of experience and expertise, Dr. Cherayil skillfully guides readers through the intricacies of immune responses and offers invaluable insights into the latest research-backed strategies to harness their power for maintaining and restoring well-being. Blending scientific knowledge with historical anecdotes, this work also introduces the remarkable scientists who have shaped our understanding of immune function. Complemented by detailed illustrations and a glossary of key terms, The Logic of Immunity explains how the immune system interacts with other body systems, why some people develop autoimmune diseases while others do not, and how lifestyle factors may activate or suppress the immune system. Explore the enigmatic world of immunity, unlock its secrets, and discover the power it holds to protect our health.
[Cherayil] describes the human immune system with elegant clarity and explains the 'exponential' advances in understanding brought about over his decades of research.
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