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In Defense of Self introduces some of most important medical advances of the past hundred years, from the development of vaccines and the treatment of allergies, autoimmunity and cancer, to prolonging organ transplants and combating AIDS. It not only explains how a vital part of our bodies works, but also provides background for continuing research.

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PART I: HOW THE IMMUNE SYSTEM WORKS; PART II THE IMMUNE SYSTEM IN HEALTH AND DISEASE

In Defense of Self

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      Publisher: OUP USA
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 1/24/2008 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780195335552, 978-0195335552
      ISBN10: 0195335554
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      In Defense of Self introduces some of most important medical advances of the past hundred years, from the development of vaccines and the treatment of allergies, autoimmunity and cancer, to prolonging organ transplants and combating AIDS. It not only explains how a vital part of our bodies works, but also provides background for continuing research.

      Table of Contents
      PART I: HOW THE IMMUNE SYSTEM WORKS; PART II THE IMMUNE SYSTEM IN HEALTH AND DISEASE

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