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Written by an immunologist, this book traces the concept of
immunity from ancient times up to the present day, examining how
changing concepts and technologies have affected the course of the
science. It shows how the personalities of scientists and even
political and social factors influenced both theory and practice in
the field. With fascinating stories of scientific disputes and
shifting scientific trends, each chapter examines an important
facet of this discipline that has been so central to the
development of modern biomedicine. With its biographical dictionary
of important scientists and its lists of significant discoveries
and books, this volume will provide the most complete historical
reference in the field.
Written in an elegant style by long-time practicing
immunologist
Discusses the changing theories and technologies that guided the
field
Tells of the exciting disputes among prominent scientists
Lists all the important discoveries and books in the field
Explains in detail the many Nobel prize-winning contributions of
immunologists"
This book describes the background to Paul Ehrlich's immunological
works and theories and delves into the substance of his experiments
in great detail. By exploring these early developments in
immunology, the book lays the foundation for modern concepts,
providing immunologists, biomedical researchers, and students the
context for the discoveries in their field.
the selectionist theory of antibody formation
kinetics of primary and secondary antibody response
quantitative methods of measurement of antigens and antibody
demonstration of passive transfer of immunity from mother to foetus
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