• Blends biology, clinical science, genetics, and molecular biology of the immune system to provide a complete account of our knowledge of immunology
• New features include full-color artwork and design, over 50 new figures, and text that has been completely revised to reflect the very latest references
• Incorporates a variety of pedagogical aids to assist students in the learning process, including chapter outlines, objectives, and summaries, as well as a self-evaluation section

Klaus Elgert is Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia. He has spent almost 32 years teaching immunology to undergraduate and graduate students and has won numerous teaching awards.