Cancer biology - R. J. B King

"Cancer Biology" provides a clear, concise and authoritative introduction to the biological principles that underlie the causes and treatment of cancer, drawing on the author's extensive research and teaching experience to guide students through this complex subject. The study of cancer encompasses cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, epidemiology and medical sciences, and this text brings together these diverse areas. The emphasis is on human aspects, with underlying principles illustrated by specific examples which are supplemented with data from other species where appropriate. The new edition has been updated throughout with new material on chemoprevention, DNA repair, telomerase, apoptosis, signal transduction, cell adhesion, angiogenesis and new treatments. A new appendix provides descriptions of 15 selected cancers, with data on cancer risks and survival rates, and notes on risk factors and metastasis.;Its features include: comprehensive up-to-date coverage of key topics in cancer biology; a human emphasis including principles of cancer treatment; accessible single author text, with boxes, chapter summaries and clear two-colour diagrams; updated coverage of diet and prevention, DNA repair, telomerase, apoptosis, signal transduction, cell adhesion, angiogenesis and new treatments; extended and updated references, a new list of abbreviations and improved glossary; and new appendix on features of 15 selected cancers, including breast cancer and leukaemia. "Cancer Biology" is an essential text for students of cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics and biomedical sciences. It will also be valuable to postgraduate students moving into cancer research. Roger King is Honorary Professor in Cellular Oncology at Surrey University, UK. He was formerly Chairman of the International Society for Hormones and Cancer, Head of the Hormone Biochemistry Department at the Imperial Cancer Research Fund Laboratories and a consultant to the World Health Organisation.