Practical Flow Cytometry

From Book News, Inc.
The fourth edition of this standard reference for analytical cytology using laser-activated detection and cell sorting covers technology, principles, and biomedical applications of flow cytometry. Shapiro updated the edition with a revised introduction; expanded coverage of applications for biotechnology, cell biology, genetics, hematology, immunology, microbiology and oncology; discussions of new commercial instrumentation; alternatives to flow sorting; and updated references and suppliers list. The book is suggested for those working in immunology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, or hematology.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Review
"one of the most valuable of its genre and...addressed to a wide audience.... Written in such an attractive way, being both informative and stimulating" (Zbigniew Darzynkiewicz, Trends in Cell Biology)

"...there is no question that this is THE reference book on flow cytometry...You need this book if you use flow cytometry. Get it!" (Doodys Electronic Journal, October 25, 2003)

"...This complete reference examines the vast biomedical applications…fully updated and revised..." (Jnl. Of Investigational Allergology and Clinical Immunology, vol 13; no 4)

Review
"one of the most valuable of its genre and...addressed to a wide audience.... Written in such an attractive way, being both informative and stimulating" (Zbigniew Darzynkiewicz, Trends in Cell Biology)

"...there is no question that this is THE reference book on flow cytometry...You need this book if you use flow cytometry. Get it!" (Doodys Electronic Journal, October 25, 2003)

"...This complete reference examines the vast biomedical applications…fully updated and revised..." (Jnl. Of Investigational Allergology and Clinical Immunology, vol 13; no 4)

Review
"[Practical Flow Cytometry, Fourth Edition] is one of the best textbooks for graduate students interested in biomedical sciences ... if you can only have one book on flow cytometry, this has to be the one."
—J. Paul Robinson, Ph.D., Professor of Immunopharmacology and Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana

Book Description
From the reviews of the 3rd Edition…

"The standard reference for anyone interested in understanding flow cytometry technology." -American Journal of Clinical Oncology

"…one of the most valuable of its genre and…addressed to a wide audience…written in such an attractive way, being both informative and stimulating." -Trends in Cell Biology

ANNOTATION

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Practical Flow Cytometry provides the most readable and comprehensive resource covering the technology principles, and biomedical applications of analytical cytology using laser activated detection and cell sorting. The book is required reading for anyone in immunology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, oncology or hematology.

SYNOPSIS

The fourth edition of this standard reference for analytical cytology using laser-activated detection and cell sorting covers technology, principles, and biomedical applications of flow cytometry. Shapiro updated the edition with a revised introduction; expanded coverage of applications for biotechnology, cell biology, genetics, hematology, immunology, microbiology and oncology; discussions of new commercial instrumentation; alternatives to flow sorting; and updated references and suppliers list. The book is suggested for those working in immunology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, or hematology. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

FROM THE CRITICS

T. Vincent Shankey

This is a comprehensive treatment of flow cytometry and the diverse technologies that are used to prepare and analyze samples for analysis using flow cytometry. The information provided is useful to understand how to effectively use flow cytometry, including what went wrong and how to fix it, how to analyze the data generated, and how to improve the whole lot. The purpose is to ""include almost anything anyone might want, or need to know about flow cytometry."" With the continuing improvements to the technologies and increasing areas of application of flow cytometry, the current revision (currently in its third edition) represents a timely and needed expansion of earlier editions. This book is targeted at anyone who uses or wishes to use a flow cytometer. Although the treatment of all areas begins with fundamental principles, current areas of application and new technologies and applications are included, making the book of interest to beginners and experts alike. The presentation is uniform and the book is easy to read. Although the diversity of subject places significant demands on a single author, Dr. Shapiro is unique in this field in his comprehension of all these areas. The book includes a wealth of practical information, including a listing other books published on any aspect of flow cytometry, societies involved with this technology, and a listing of instrument and reagent sources. This book is an encyclopedia of flow cytometry. The only criticism might be that it covers every aspect of flow cytometry in considerable detail, sometimes more detail than a reader pushed by many demands wants (including why the flow cytometry experiment did not work). Most flow cytometrylaboratories already have previous editions placed near the cytometer, and the more sophisticated or advanced the laboratory, the more battered and used the book. With the improvements and expansion in this edition, it will likely sit next to previous and well-worn editions in most flow cytometry laboratories (including mine).

Doody Review Services

Reviewer: T. Vincent Shankey, PhD (Loyola University Medical Center)Description: This is a comprehensive treatment of flow cytometry and the diverse technologies that are used to prepare and analyze samples for analysis using flow cytometry. The information provided is useful to understand how to effectively use flow cytometry, including what went wrong and how to fix it, how to analyze the data generated, and how to improve the whole lot. Purpose: The purpose is to "include almost anything anyone might want, or need to know about flow cytometry." With the continuing improvements to the technologies and increasing areas of application of flow cytometry, the current revision (currently in its third edition) represents a timely and needed expansion of earlier editions. Audience: This book is targeted at anyone who uses or wishes to use a flow cytometer. Although the treatment of all areas begins with fundamental principles, current areas of application and new technologies and applications are included, making the book of interest to beginners and experts alike. Features: The presentation is uniform and the book is easy to read. Although the diversity of subject places significant demands on a single author, Dr. Shapiro is unique in this field in his comprehension of all these areas. The book includes a wealth of practical information, including a listing other books published on any aspect of flow cytometry, societies involved with this technology, and a listing of instrument and reagent sources. Assessment: This book is an encyclopedia of flow cytometry. The only criticism might be that it covers every aspect of flow cytometry in considerable detail, sometimes more detail than a reader pushed by many demands wants (including why the flow cytometry experiment did not work). Most flow cytometry laboratories already have previous editions placed near the cytometer, and the more sophisticated or advanced the laboratory, the more battered and used the book. With the improvements and expansion in this edition, it will likely sit next to previous and well-worn editions in most flow cytometry laboratories (including mine).

RATING

4 Stars! from Doody

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