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Reviews of "The Islets of Langerhans"

ReviewsPosted by Md. Shahidul Islam Thu, January 07, 2010 09:16:36

"A very timely book on the Islet of Langerhans that coincides with the realization that pancreatic ß-cell failure is key to all forms of diabetes mellitus and research in the field is exploding. It contains very thoughtful chapters, each by renown experts in their field, and tackles the complexity of this micro-organ in health and disease very comprehensively and thoughtfully. It will likely become a Reference for years to come for basic researchers, clinicians and students interested is diabetes research". Marc Prentki, PhD, Professor of Nutrition and Biochemistry, Canada Research Chair in, Diabetes and Metabolism, MDRC Director

"The pancreatic islet is a complex mini-organ whose dysfunction is critical in all forms of diabetes. This book provides a comprehensive review of the molecular and cellular processes in islet development, gene expression, and physiology and reviews how a better understanding of the pancreatic islet will advance efforts to develop new therapeutic approaches for diabetes. This book should be quite useful for anyone interested in the pancreatic islet or diabetes". Alvin C. Powers, M.D., Joe C. Davis Chair in Biomedical Science, Professor of Medicine, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Director, Vanderbilt Diabetes Center, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, USA

"This book allows you to enjoy an adventurous and instructive guided tour in the archipelago of the islets of Langerhans. A team of expert and enthusiastic explorers will not only conduct the voyager through almost all niches of this complex and fascinating environment, but also provide him with clues and keys for future exploration of still hidden sites". Prof. Pellegrino Masiello, Dept. of Experimental Pathology, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy.

"The growing prevalence of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes make islet cell biology a critical concern for a wide range of scientists and health professionals. From anatomy and developmental biology, through islet physiology and biochemistry, to issues of immunology and transplantation, this book is a terrific resource". Jonathan M.W.Slack, Ph.D., F.Med.Sci., Director, Stem Cell Institute, University of Minnesota, MTRF, 2001 6th Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA

"One will find updated information on almost every essential aspect of islet research in this book including emerging new views on the ultrastructure of rodent and human islets; the fundamentals of nutrient-sensing mechanisms and insights gathered from mathematical modeling; structure/function of islets of animal models of diabetes; immunopathogenesis; and new insights into new potential avenues for clinical intervention. A total of thirty four chapters providing a wealth of information on pancreatic islet structure/function in both physiology and pathology". Pere Santamaria, M.D., Ph.D., Julia McFarlane Diabetes Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Dr. N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 4N1, Canada

"It looks very comprehensive and covers all current areas of interest and includes chapters written by world renowned contributors - very nice!". Matthias von Herrath, MD, Professor and Director, Center for Type 1 Diabetes Research, La jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology

"This book will be welcomed by islet researchers and clinicians interested in the latest developments and theories from which new therapeutics for diabetes can emerge". Martha Pavlakis, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Medical Director, Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA

"The field of islet biology is assuming increasing importance with the recognition that b-cell dysfunction is a critical feature of type II diabetes. Improving b-cell function and/or b-cell mass may be the best approach to treating diabetes. Thus, the publication of a book covering so many aspects of this field is timely". Fred Levine, M.D., Ph.D., Professor, Burnham Institute for Medical Research, Director, Sanford Children's Health Research Center