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The biology of cancer / Robert A. Weinberg.
| Author/creator | Weinberg, Robert A., 1942- |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Second edition. |
| Publication | New York, NY : Garland Science, [2014] |
| Copyright Date | ©2014 |
| Description | 1 volume (various pagings) : illustrations ; 28 cm + 1 DVD-ROM (digital ; 4 3/4 in.) + 1 folded poster (18 x 28 cm) |
| Subjects |
| Contents | The biology and genetics of cells and organisms -- The nature of cancer -- Tumor viruses -- Cellular oncogenes -- Growth factors, receptors, and cancer -- Cytoplasmic signaling circuitry programs many of the traits of cancer -- Tumor suppressor genes -- pRb and control of the cell cycle clock -- p53 and apoptosis : master guardian and executioner -- Eternal life : cell immortalization and tumorigenesis -- Multi-step tumorigenesis -- Maintenance of genomic integrity and the development of cancer -- Dialogue replaces monologue : heterotypic interactions and the biology of angiogenesis -- Moving out : invasion and metastasis -- Crowd control : tumor immunology and immunotherapy -- The rational treatment of cancer. |
| Local note | Laupus WC Contract Cataloging |
| General note | Accompanying DVD-ROM includes: figures in PowerPoint and JPEG formats, supplementary sidebars, mini-lectures, movies, and media guide. |
| General note | Title on accompanying poster: Pathways in human cancer, revised edition. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Other title | Pathways in human cancer. |
| LCCN | 2013012335 |
| ISBN | 9780815342199 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 0815342195 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 9780815342205 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 0815342209 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laupus | Books - Stacks | QZ 202 W423B 2014 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |