Autophagy and phagocytosis are distinct yet partially morphologically similarprocesses. In Autophagosome and Phagosome, authoritative scientists present easy-to-follow methods on autophagy, a rapidly growing field with a need for standards of assessment, and phagocytosis, a relatively mature field which couldbenefit greatly from updated methods, in order to prompt further explorationsof their similarities and differences. The methods on autophagy allow the reader to find appropriate techniques to identify, monitor, and quantify autophagic processes, while the methods devoted to phagocytosis provide researchersáwith several modern techniques for in vitro and in vivo studies of phagosomal organelles. Following the successful Methods in Molecular Biology™ series format, chapters include step-by-step laboratory protocols, lists of necessary materials, and tips for troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Comprehensive and forward-thinking, Autophagosome and Phagosome offers a valuable guide to both cellular processes while inciting researchers to explore the potentially important connections between the two.
- ISBN: 978-1-61737-806-5
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 455
- Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés