Preface

The present book "Neurooncology: Newer Developments" contains the information of vari‐ ous aspects of newer developments and recent advances in the field of central nervous sys‐ tem (CNS) tumor molecular biology, tumor progression, clinical presentation, imaging and management. The authors from different reputed institutions shared their knowledge on this open access platform to disseminate their knowledge at global level. As it is obvious in the current text, the field of neurooncology is heterogeneous and under continuous develop‐ ment with addition of new knowledge and information on regular basis. The collective con‐ tributions from experts attempt to provide updates regarding ongoing research and developments pertaining to CNS tumor genetics and molecular aspects and their applied aspect in reference to patient management. I believe that the presented information shall be successfully conveyed to the readers and researchers and they shall find the text to be a val‐ uable guide to further develop their understanding about complicated field of neurooncolo‐ gy.

I am thankful to all the authors who have vast experience in their respective fields and wish that these experts from world-class institutions shall be successful in their attempt in provid‐ ing the best of neurooncologic fundamentals to improve patient care including outcome and ongoing research. I would also like to thank all of our InTech colleagues for their excellent job to complete this project and provide the best information to the world.

> **Dr Amit Agarwal** Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore, AP, India

**Section 1**

**Neuropathology**
