1st Edition

Tumor Immunology Molecularly Defined Antigens and Clinical Applications

Edited By Giorgio Parmiani, Michael T. Lotze Copyright 2002
    218 Pages 23 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    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.

    Introduction, G. Parmiani and M.T. Lotze
    Immune Recognition of Cancer-Tumor Antigens, P.F. Robbins
    Processing and Presentation of Antigen for the Activation of Lymphocytes, S. Ostrand-Rosenberg, B.A. Pulaski, and V. Gunther
    Cellular Recognition of Tumors by T and NK Cells, A. Anichi and R. Mortarini
    Humoral Recognition of Cancer, P.O. Livingston
    Immunotherapy of Cancer, P. Hersey and F.M. Marincola
    Tumor Evasion of Immune System, F. Ruiz-Cabello and F. Garrido

    Biography

    Giorgio Parmiani, Michael T. Lotze