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  • Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry

    New Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Ewan J. M. Hamilton
    • English
    Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry: New Perspectives presents summaries of the work of some of the most creative researchers in the field. The book highlights the most novel approaches and burgeoning applications of synthetic inorganic chemistry in development. Topics include non-precious metals in catalysis, smart inorganic polymers, new inorganic therapeutics, new photocatalysts for hydrogen production, and more. As the first volume in the Developments in Inorganic Chemistry series, this work is a valuable resource for students and researchers working in inorganic chemistry and material science.

  • Advanced Machining and Finishing

    • 1st Edition
    • Kapil Gupta + 1 more
    • English
    Advanced Machining and Finishing explains the background theory, working principles, technical specifications, and latest developments in a wide range of advanced machining and finishing techniques. The book includes valuable technical information, tables of data, and diagrams to assist machinists. Drawing on the work of experts in both academia and industry, coverage addresses theoretical developments as well as practical improvements from R&D. With over 25 important processes, from electro-chemical machining to nano-machining and magnetic field assisted finishing, this is the most complete guide to this subject available. This unique guide will allow readers to compare the characteristics of different processes, understand how they work, and provide parameters for their effective implementation. This is part of a 4 volume set entitled Handbooks in Advanced Manufacturing, with the other 3 addressing Advanced Welding and Deforming, Additive Manufacturing and Surface Treatment, and Sustainable Manufacturing Processes.

  • Advanced Welding and Deforming

    • 1st Edition
    • Kapil Gupta + 1 more
    • English
    Advanced Welding and Deforming explains the background theory, working principles, technical specifications, and latest developments on a wide range of advanced welding-joining and deforming techniques. The book's subject matter covers manufacturing, with chapters specifically addressing remanufacturing and 3D printing applications. Drawing on experts in both academia and industry, coverage addresses theoretical developments as well as practical improvements from R&D. By presenting over 35 important processes, from plasma arc welding to nano-joining and hybrid friction stir welding, this is the most complete guide to this field available. This unique guide will allow readers to compare the characteristics of different processes, understand how they work, and create parameters for their effective implementation. As part of a 4 volume set entitled Handbooks in Advanced Manufacturing, this series also includes volumes on Advanced Machining and Finishing, Additive Manufacturing and Surface Treatment, and Sustainable Manufacturing Processes.

  • Breastfeeding

    A Guide for the Medical Profession
    • 9th Edition
    • Ruth A. Lawrence + 1 more
    • English
    Written and edited by leading physicians, Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession, 9th Edition, offers comprehensive, dependable information and guidance in this multifaceted field. Award-winning author and co-founder of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, Dr. Ruth Lawrence, and her son, Dr. Rob Lawrence, ensure that you’re brought fully up to date on everything from basic data on the anatomical, physiological, biochemical, nutritional, immunological, and psychological aspects of human lactation, to the problems of clinical management of breastfeeding—all in a highly readable, easily accessible desk reference.

  • Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 69
    • Atta-ur Rahman
    • English
    Studies in Natural Products Chemistry, Volume 69 covers the synthesis, testing and recording of the medicinal properties of natural products, providing cutting-edge accounts of fascinating developments in the isolation, structure elucidation, synthesis, biosynthesis and pharmacology of a diverse array of bioactive natural products. Natural products in the plant and animal kingdom offer a huge diversity of chemical structures that are the result of biosynthetic processes. With rapid developments in spectroscopic techniques and accompanying advances in high-throughput screening techniques, it has become possible to rapidly isolate and determine the structures and biological activity of natural products, thus opening up opportunities in drug development.

  • Sorrentino's Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker

    • 5th Edition
    • Mary J. Wilk
    • English
    Learn to provide personal care and professional support in a variety of health care settings! Sorrentino’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker, 5th Edition helps you build the skills you need to succeed as a PSW (personal support worker). Illustrated, step-by-step guidelines to 93 procedures show how to perform your role safely and effectively. New to this edition are more case studies plus coverage of the latest issues relating to supportive care in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home care. Written by Sheila Sorrentino, Leighann Remmert, and Canadian educator Mary Wilk, this text is known for its easy-to-understand approach, superb photographs, and comprehensive coverage. It’s no wonder that Sorrentino’s is the #1 book used by students in support worker programs across Canada.

  • Intelligence Science

    Leading the Age of Intelligence
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhongzhi Shi
    • English
    Intelligence Science: Leading the Age of Intelligence covers the emerging scientific research on the theory and technology of intelligence, bringing together disciplines such as neuroscience, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence to study the nature of intelligence, the functional simulation of intelligent behavior, and the development of new intelligent technologies. The book presents this complex, interdisciplinary area of study in an accessible volume, introducing foundational concepts and methods, and presenting the latest trends and developments. Chapters cover the Foundations of neurophysiology, Neural computing, Mind models, Perceptual intelligence, Language cognition, Learning, Memory, Thought, Intellectual development and cognitive structure, Emotion and affect, and more. This volume synthesizes a very rich and complex area of research, with an aim of stimulating new lines of enquiry.

  • Weir y Abrahams. Atlas de anatomía humana por técnicas de imagen

    • 6th Edition
    • Jonathan Spratt + 3 more
    • Spanish
    Nueva edición de este atlas de imágenes obtenidas tanto por métodos tradicionales como con interpretación de imágenes radiológicas en el curriculum del grado de Medicina. Se incluyen todas las modalidades de técnicas de imagen de interés, desde radiografías simples hasta las técnicas más avanzadas de ecografía, tomografía computarizada, resonancia magnética, imágenes funcionales y angiografía. Además, a lo largo del libro, se destacan conjuntos de imágenes de gran importancia y que todo estudiante debe conocer, así como las variantes anatómicas más comunes de interés clínico. Se incluyen los resúmenes de las variantes anatómicas más comunes e importantes desde un punto de vista clínico para cada región del cuerpo, -nuevos dibujos de orientación, -nuevos cuadros resumen acompañando a imágenes clave, -imágenes a pág completa al principio de capítulo y -revisión de la complejidd de algunas de las etiquetas. A lo largo del texto se encontrará con la siguiente iconografía: -una estrella de color rojo para señalar el contenido fundamental, - un estetoscopio para indicar la presencia de imágenes clínicas y casos relacionados en el contenido online y un bisturí para indicar la presencia de contenidos de disección en el contenido online. La obra incluye un paquete de aprendizaje disponible online a través de ExpertConsult.com: Galería de imágenes con leyendas, Radiografías interactivas, Test de autoevaluación basados en diapositivas con leyendas, Vídeos de ecografías con leyendas, Cuestionario de preguntas y respuestas para cada capítulo, 34 tutoriales sobre anatomía patológica, y todo ello en inglés.

  • Netter. Histología esencial

    con correlación histopatológica
    • 3rd Edition
    • William K. Ovalle + 1 more
    • Spanish
    Nuevo título de la familia Netter que presenta un abordaje visual de la histología integrada con otras ciencias básicas y con un alto contenido histopatológico. Conciso y de fácil lectura, integra la anatomía macroscópica y la embriología con imágenes histológicas clásicas y con técnicas microscópicas de vanguardia para facilitar una comprensión clara y visual de esta compleja materia. A través de imágenes histopatológicas y cuadros de apuntes clínicos, este libro de texto-atlas recoge los conceptos histopatológicos indispensables y sus respectivas correlaciones clínicas. Incluye micrografías ópticas y electrónicas de gran calidad, entre ellas micrografías electrónicas optimizadas y coloreadas que muestran las ultraestructuras tridimensionales, junto con las clásicas ilustraciones de Frank H. Netter que permiten relacionar los conocimientos de anatomía y biología celular con los hallazgos observados en las micrografías. La obra se divide en dos grandes partes. En la primera se ofrece una visión general de los diferentes tipos de tejidos (Cap. 1 a 7) y en la segunda (Cap. 8 a 20) se describen los principales aspectos histológicos de los diferentes sistemas del organismo. En ambas partes, cada capítulo se inicia con una página resumen de todos los aspectos que van a tratarse. Ofrece acceso online a vídeos resumen de cada capítulo locutados por el autor (en inglés), así como a micrografías electrónicas y preparaciones al microscopio óptico digitalizadas de alta resolución, ampliables y que incluyen hallazgos histopatológicos. Incluye el acceso a la versión electrónica del libro (en inglés) a través de e-Book+. Este ebook permite acceder a todo el texto, las figuras y el contenido adicional del libro desde distintos dispositivos.

  • Gas Chromatography

    • 2nd Edition
    • Colin Poole
    • English
    Gas Chromatography, Second Edition, offers a single source of authoritative information on all aspects relating to the practice of gas chromatography. A focus on short, topic-focused chapters facilitates the identification of information that will be of immediate interest for familiar or emerging uses of gas chromatography. The book gives those working in both academia and industry the opportunity to learn, refresh and deepen their understanding of fundamental and instrumental aspects of gas chromatography and tools for the interpretation and management of chromatographic data. Users will find a consolidated guide to the selection of separation conditions and the use of auxiliary techniques. This new edition restores the contemporary character of the book with respect to those involved in advancing the technology, analyzing the data produced, or applying the technique to new application areas. New topics covered include hyphenated spectroscopic detectors, micromachined instrument platforms, derivatization and related microchemical techniques, petrochemical applications, volatile compounds in the atmosphere, and more.

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