DNA vaccine (Modern Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Series)

Author: Etel Li, Qihan Liu, Long Ding, Chai Yanchun
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book is one of the "Modern Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Series" published by Chemical Industry Press. As of now, 13 volumes of this series have been released. The book comprehensively and thoroughly elaborates on the emerging research field of DNA vaccines. It is divided into 19 chapters, first reviewing and prospecting the field of vaccinology; then explaining the fundamental theories of DNA immunity, providing a comprehensive analysis of the theoretical foundation and background of DNA vaccines as a discipline; subsequently focusing on discussing DNA vaccines that have entered or are expected to enter clinical trials (including anti-RNA virus, anti-herpes virus, anti-bacterial pathogens, as well as DNA vaccines for cancer treatment, allergic diseases, and anti-HIV gene immunization); finally discussing related technologies of DNA applications, such as immunization strategies, construction techniques, adjuvants, safety, etc. The book starts from theoretical foundations, explains techniques, and illustrates applications, making it a work that integrates theoretical depth, advanced knowledge, and practicality. It is suitable for technical personnel engaged in basic medicine, immunology, vaccinology, and vaccine research and development, as well as for graduate students in related fields.