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Biological effects of fibrous and particulate substances [electronic resource] / Takemi Otsuki, Yasuo Yoshioka, Andrij Holian, editors.

9784431557326 (electronic book)
4431557326 (electronic book)
9784431557319
4431557318

Tokyo : Springer, [2016]

English

1 online resource (x, 221 pages)

10.1007/978-4-431-55732-6 doi

RC582.17 .B56 2016eb

616.07/9

This volume examines our current understanding of the biological effects of fibrous and particulate substances, including discussions on nanoparticles. It offers comprehensive information on the latest insights into the immunological effects of various irritants on the human body. Readers will benefit from the contributing authors' diverse perspectives and extensive discussions of key issues, which include molecular alterations of the immune system and autoimmune diseases in connection with asbestos and silica, among others. The chapters also discuss recommendations, practical methods, and nanosafety science in situations involving exposure to nanotoxic substances. Edited in collaboration with the Japanese Society for Hygiene, this book provides up-to-date information on the immunological effects of nanotoxic substances to researchers interested in environmental and occupational health. Presenting a number of recent concepts and findings in the field, it enables readers to gain a comprehensive knowledge of health problems caused by environmental fibrous and particulate substances.

Includes bibliographical references.

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Current topics in environmental health and preventative medicine.

Print version: 9784431557319

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