Molecular Biology of Cancer.
Title:
Molecular Biology of Cancer.
Author:
Pelengaris, Stella.
ISBN:
9781444309089
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Edition:
1st ed.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (552 pages)
Contents:
The Molecular Biology of Cancer -- Contributors -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- 1 Introduction Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 2 The Burden of Cancer William Steward and Anne Thomas -- 3 Nature and Nurture in Oncogenesis Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 4 DNA Replication and the Cell Cycle Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 5 Regulation of Growth: Growth Factors, Receptors, and Signaling Pathways Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 6 Oncogenes Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 7 Tumor Suppressor Genes Martine Roussel -- 8 Apoptosis Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 9 Telomeres and Senescence Maria Blasco and Mike Khan -- 10 Genetic Instability, Chromosomes, and Repair Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 11 Cancer is More Than a Genetic Condition Stella Pelengaris and Mike Khan -- 12 Cell-Matrix Adhesion, Cell-Cell Interactions, and Malignancy Charles Streuli -- 13 Tumor Immunity and Immunotherapy Cassian Yee -- 14 Angiogenesis David T. Shima and Christiana Ruhrberg -- 15 Diagnosis of Cancer Anne Thomas and William Steward -- 16 Treatment of Cancer: Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy A.L. Thomas, R.A. Sharma, and W.P. Steward -- 17 Caring for the Cancer Patient Nicky Rudd and Esther Waterhouse -- 18 Genomics and Proteomics in Cancer Research and Diagnosis Norbert C.J. de Wit -- Glossary -- Answers to Questions -- Index -- Colour plates.
Abstract:
This comprehensive text provides a detailed overview of the molecular mechanisms underpinning the development of cancer and its treatment. Written by an international panel of researchers, specialists and practitioners in the field, the text discusses all aspects of cancer biology from the causes, development and diagnosis through to the treatment of cancer. Written by an international panel of researchers, specialists and practitioners in the field Covers both traditional areas of study and areas of controversy and emerging importance, highlighting future directions for research Features up-to-date coverage of recent studies and discoveries, as well as a solid grounding in the key concepts in the field Each chapter includes key points, chapter summaries, text boxes, and topical references for added comprehension and review Supported by a dedicated website at www.blackwellpublishing.com/pelengaris An excellent text for upper-level courses in the biology of cancer, for medical students and qualified practitioners preparing for higher exams, and for researchers and teachers in the field.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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