Essentials of Mucosal Immunology

Essentials of Mucosal Immunology presents basic concepts as well as new and exciting advances in mucosal immunology and inflammation, the development of mucosal vaccines, and the role of the immune system in mucosal disease. Specific chapters highlight novel approaches to the treatment of autoimmune disease, including the use of oral tolerance; approaches to and vectors for new vaccines; and current concepts in mucosal inflammation and its role in inflammatory bowel disease and ulcer disease.

Contains the most current research on mucosal immunology and is comprehensive in scopeIncludes ideal coverage of both the basic and clinical aspects of the mucosal immune systemProvides an understanding of the mucosal immune system with regard to new treatments and preventative methods, including vaccine developmentIncludes contributions from an international team of experts

Antigen Processing and Presentation in Mucosal Associated Tissues. Role of Epithehelial Cells in Mucosal Immunity. Mucosal T Lymphocytes and Lymphocytes Migration. Mucosal Inflammation. Mucosal Infection. Mucosal Vaccines.