Thymic Development and Selection of T Lymphocytes

by Thomas Boehm

Book Overview

The thymus is an evolutionarily ancient primary lymphoid organ common to all vertebrates in which T cell development takes place. Failing thymus function is associated with immunodeficiency and/or autoimmunity. In this volume, leading experts provide a comprehensive overview of recent advances in thymopoiesis research. The chapters cover the development of the thymic epithelial microenvironment, address the formation of a diverse and self-tolerant...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3642402518
• ISBN13: 9783642402517
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.2"