AIDS: Science and Society

by Hung Y. Fan, Ross F. Conner

Science and Society, 2/e presents the reader with a comprehensive overview of AIDS from both a biomedical and psychosocial perspective. Through the use of comprehensible terminology, detailed illustrations, and up-to-date information and statistics, the reader is able to fully grasp the biological, social, and psychological aspects of this disease. In addition, the reader acquires information on personal risk assessment, preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS, and the human and societal dimensions of living with HIV and AIDS. Science and Society, 2/e is intended for a one-quarter or one-semester course, and is suitable for students from all majors, such as biological sciences, social sciences, or other disciplines.

288 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1995

Reviews

[Luna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was required reading for a Molecular Biology of HIV/AIDS course and was a great launching point into the subject. The discussion on the immune system mechanisms is simple enough, yet descriptive enough, to build a good foundation on. When the class delved into greater detail about various HIV proteins the quick overview provided in the book was helpful in keeping track of everything. I would have liked to see more on societal impact and consequences of the ways that AIDS was initially discussed and investigated (this might be expanded on in later editions I don't know whether or not it has). Over all a great read.

[Kristofor Berner]

Second time reading this through after a class in immunology. Definitely insightful and I appreciated the application to practical methods of addressing the spread as well as social stigmas. However, it is a very introductory text. I couldn't see this being used in the academic setting.

[steds · Rating 3 out of 5]

basic scientific and social overview of AIDS. not necessarily earth shattering but a great overview and basis for understanding the pandemic