The text presents the major scientific advances and developments in brain tumor research of the last two decades. What sets Brain Tumors apart from other existing texts is that it focuses on recent research advances, instead of addressing preexisting material. The first section is devoted to molecular genetics, molecular epidemiology, pathology, and immunology of brain tumors, while the second section focuses on the cellular and genetic pathways involved in brain oncogenes, malignant progression and therapeutic response. The third section cover therapeutic approaches to brain tumors. Topics discussed include DNA damage and repair, invasion and migration, signaling, and apoptosis, as well as areas relevant to brain tumor therapy, advances in pharmacological concepts and therapeutic modalities. This volume provides the established brain tumor scientist and clinician, as well as the new investigator, graduate, or undergraduate student, a comprehensive up-to-date guide to the critical research topics in the ever-evolving area of neuro-oncology.
