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Vaccine Research breaks down the subject into manageable chapters, explaining what a vaccine is and how it works and discussing viruses and bacteria, as well as what the future holds for vaccines. The impact of the recent H1N1 pandemic on the world, including developing countries with cost and distribution problems, provides the entrée into the topic. The testing of vaccines on animals and humans, types of vaccines, clinical trials, and the future of vaccines are also explored. This unique series covers a variety of current research topics and is aimed at students interested in obtaining a sound foundation of the subject. The text leads the reader through the research process, beginning with an excellent chronology. Each book is similarly laid out, with a solid introduction followed by five concise chapters with clear introductions, anecdotal evidence, and photographic documentation. Important current facts and research are in blue highlighted sections, and new words are introduced and described in yellow sections. Each book also includes a link to On Being a Scientist: A Guide to Responsible Conduct in Research, a free downloadable book from the National Academy of Sciences Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy. These are encouraging books for the young science beginner and will provide a good basis for topic discussions.—Ava Ehde.