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Translator’s note

It is hard to conceive of a more detailed, intricate and veterinary histology. Dr Susan Hemsley MVSc PhD Grad
evolving discipline than histology, particularly when one Cert Ed Stud, of the Centre for Veterinary Education at
incorporates concepts of cellular and molecular biology. the University of Sydney, made invaluable contributions to
Adding to this complexity, in the veterinary field, is the the chapters on epithelial tissue, connective and supportive
histological variation observed among the domestic ani- tissues, blood and haemopoiesis, the immune system and
mal species. The production of a work such as Funktionelle lymphatic organs, and the digestive system. I am indebted
Histologie der Haussäugetiere und Vögel, upon which this also to Dr Glenn Shea BVSc (Hons) PhD, senior lecturer in
translation is based, thus represents a remarkable achieve- veterinary anatomy at the University of Sydney, for his per-
ment. Also worthy of acknowledgement is the attention tinent and insightful comments on the chapters pertaining
paid by the authors to both the educational and aesthetic to the male reproductive and respiratory systems.
aspects of the book, resulting in a work of substance and Completion of the translation would not have been
beauty. possible without the contributions of Prof. Dr Hans-Georg
In translating this text, I have attempted to do justice to Liebich, who addressed my many questions with patience
the years of work devoted by the contributing authors to and perseverance. It was a rewarding experience to work
the five German language editions. I have also endeavoured closely with the author of the original text.
to add salient updates from the contemporary literature. It remains for me to express my heartfelt thanks to Ms
This undertaking can of course never be considered com- Sarah Hulbert of 5M Publishing for her steadfast support
plete, as the body of knowledge grows on a daily basis and throughout the completion of this project. I also thank
information frequently becomes superseded. Nevertheless, the production team for bringing the translated text to
acknowledgment of new discoveries and perspectives is an publication.
important part of the scientific process. Sydney, Autumn 2019
The translation of several chapters was aided consider- Corinna Klupiec
ably by the expertise of colleagues experienced in teaching

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