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  • The Nutritional Biochemistry of Chromium(III)

    • 2nd Edition
    • John Vincent
    • English
    The Nutritional Biochemistry of Chromium(III), Second Edition, reviews the fields of chromium biochemistry and nutrition and how they have dramatically changed in the last decade. Editor John Vincent has lead much of the research that has resulted in new discoveries and reversals of previously held beliefs, such as health concerns surrounding the toxicity of chromium(III). New sections include a review of new evidence showing why chromium may not be an essential element, why national recommendations may need updating, and new data on the use of chromium supplementation in animal feeds. Discussions on the controversial topic of the role of chromium(III) at the molecular level in insulin signaling and information on cell cultures and in vitro assays of chromium toxicity are also covered.

  • Interpretation of Micromorphological Features of Soils and Regoliths

    • 2nd Edition
    • Georges Stoops + 2 more
    • English
    Interpretation of Micromorphological Features of Soils and Regoliths, Second Edition, provides researchers and students with a tool for interpreting features observed in soil thin sections and through submicroscopic studies. After an introduction and general overview, micromorphological aspects of regoliths (e.g., saprolites, transported materials) are highlighted, followed by a systematic and coherent discussion of the micromorphological expression of various pedogenic processes. The book is written by an international team of experts in the field, using a uniform set of concepts and terminology, making it a valuable interdisciplinary reference work. The following topics are treated: freeze-thaw features, redoximorphic features, calcareous and gypsiferous formations, textural features, spodic and oxic horizons, volcanic materials, organic matter, surface horizons, laterites, surface crusts, salt minerals, biogenic and pedogenic siliceous materials, other authigenic silicates, phosphates, sulphidic and sulphuric materials, and features related to faunal activity. The last chapters address anthropogenic features,archaeologi... materials and palaeosoils.

  • Nanocrystalline Titanium

    • 1st Edition
    • Halina Garbacz + 3 more
    • English
    Nanocrystalline Titanium discusses the features of nanocrystalline titanium production by various SPD methods, also comparing their microstructure and properties. The authors characterize the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of ultrafine grained titanium, indicating which are crucial for their application. Titanium alloys are characterized by high specific strength combined with excellent corrosion resistance, whereas the mechanical properties of pure (or commercial purity - CP) titanium are much lower. SPD methods are proving to be an effective way to increase strength, even to a level typical for structural titanium alloys. This book is useful for academics and professionals studying the behavior of metallic materials.

  • Nasal Airway Obstruction, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 51-5
    • Jennifer A. Villwock + 1 more
    • English
    This issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Ron Kuppersmith, is devoted to Nasal Obstruction. Articles in this issue include: Anatomy and Physiology of Nasal Obstruction; Diagnostic Algorithm for Nasal Obstruction; Treatment Paradigm for Nasal Airway Obstruction; Medical Treatment of Nasal Airway Obstruction; Pediatric Nasal Obstruction; Office-based Treatment of Nasal Obstruction; Septoplasty: Traditional vs. Endoscopic; Surgical Management of Turbinate Hypertrophy; Surgical Management of Nasal Valve Collapse; Surgical Management of Neurogenic/Vasomotor Rhinitis; Nasal Obstruction Considerations in Cosmetic Rhinoplasty; Nasal Obstruction Considerations in Sleep Apnea; and Measuring Nasal Obstruction Outcomes.

  • PET-CT-MRI Applications in Musculoskeletal Disorders, Part I, An Issue of PET Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 13-4
    • Abass Alavi + 3 more
    • English
    This issue of PET Clinics is Part I of a two-part issue, and focuses on PET-CT-MRI Applications of Musculoskeletal Disorders. It is edited by Drs. Abass Alavi (the Consulting Editor of PET Clinics), Ali Salavati, Ali Gholamrezanezhad and Ali Guermazi. Articles will include: Basic principles, methodology, and imaging protocol for musculoskeletal applications; Sodium 18F-Fluoride PET-CT-MR of bone and joint disorders; In vivo molecular imaging of inflammation and infection; Radionuclide therapy for osseous metastases; Novel whole-body MR imaging techniques in MSK disorders; MRI of joint infection and inflammation with emphasis on DCE-MRI; Quantitative techniques for musculoskeletal MRI at 7 Tesla; Role of contrast enhanced (including iodine overlay image), spectral, and dual energy CT in MSK applications; Percutaneous thermal ablation in musculoskeletal system: Post-procedural PET-CT imaging; Soft tissue sarcomas of Musculoskeletal Origin; Application of PET/CT, PET/MR on primary bone malignancies; Future perspective of the application of PET-CT-MRI in musculoskeletal disorders, and more!

  • Nanoengineered Biomaterials for Regenerative Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Masoud Mozafari + 2 more
    • English
    Nanoengineered Biomaterials for Regenerative Medicine showcases the advances that have taken place in recent years as an increasing number of nanoengineered biomaterials have been targeted to various organ tissues. The book systematically explores how nanoengineered biomaterials are used in different aspects of regenerative medicine, including bone regeneration, brain tissue reconstruction and kidney repair. It is a valuable reference resource for scientists working in biomaterials science who want to learn more about how nanoengineered materials are practically applied in regenerative medicine. Nanoengineered biomaterials have gained particular focus due to their many advantages over conventional techniques for tissue repair. As a wide range of biomaterials and nanotechnology techniques have been examined for the regeneration of tissues, this book highlights the discussions and advancements made.

  • Dealing with Death and Dying, An Issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 27-4
    • David Buxton + 1 more
    • English
    This issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, guest edited by Drs. David Buxton and Natalie Jacobowski, will cover several important aspects surrounding Dealing with Death and Dying amongst a child and adolescent population. This unique volume will include topics such as, Talking to adolescents about their death, Continuing to parent when a parent has a terminal illness, Supporting children and families at a child's end of life, Collaboration with a Pediatric Palliative Teams, Current gaps and opportunities to improve care for children at the end of life, Ethical issues around pediatric death, Making meaning after losing child, Family bereavement after a child dies, The role of art therapy in bereavement care of children, Helping healthcare staff cope after a child dies, How do providers deal with a child patient who completes suicide, Managing a suicide in a school system, Perinatal Death, and Social media consequences of pediatric death.

  • Trends and Changes in Hydroclimatic Variables

    Links to Climate Variability and Change
    • 1st Edition
    • Ramesh Teegavarapu
    • English
    Trends and Changes in Hydroclimatic Variables: Links to Climate Variability and Change discusses the change detection and trend analysis methods used to assess hydroclimatic variables in a changing climate. Changes and trends in hydroclimatic variables are assessed using state-of-the-art methods, such as non-linear trend estimation (including spline smoothing and local regression) and handling persistence (or serial auto-correlation in data) for assessing trends in different hydroclimatic variables (e.g. pre-whitening methods). This book offers a variety of real-life case studies and problem-solving techniques for a field that is rapidly evolving. Users will find methods to evaluate points where time series characteristics change and non-homogeneity in time series. In addition, it covers the subject of climate variability and change in an immense level of detail, including changes on precipitation, streamflow and sea levels.

  • Current Utilization of Biologicals, An Issue of Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 26-4
    • Gregory S. Keller
    • English
    This issue of Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics, guest edited by Greg Keller, MD, is devoted to Current Utilization of Biologicals. Articles in this issue include: Biologicals: Where are we today?Where are we headed?; Skin Biology: Healing Inflammation and Repair; Hair Biology: Growth and Pigmentation; Platelet Rich Plasma: Growth factors and Office Instrumentation; Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction: Biology and Office Instrumentation; Skin Rejuvenation Cosmecueticals: Current Products; Platelet Rich Plasma for Skin Rejuvenation and Tissue Fill; Microneedling with RF and Lasers: Biologicals for Skin Rejuvenation and Repair; Microneedling and PRP for Moh’s and Acne Scars; Platelet Rich Plasma for Hair Loss: Review of Methods and Results; Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction for Wound Healing and Fat Transplantation: My Results in China; Lasers, Microneedling and PRP for Skin Rejuvenation and Repair; Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction for Hair Loss; and Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction for Skin Rejuvenation.

  • Polymer-Based Multifunctional Nanocomposites and Their Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • John Zhanhu Guo + 2 more
    • English
    Polymer-Based Multifunctional Nanocomposites and Their Applications provides an up-to-date review of the latest advances and developments in the field of polymer nanocomposites. It will serve as a one-stop reference resource on important research accomplishments in the area of multifunctional nanocomposites, with a particular emphasis placed on the use of nanofillers and different functionality combinations. Edited and written by an expert team of researchers in the field, the book provides a practical analysis of functional polymers, nanoscience, and nanotechnology in important and developing areas, such as transportation engineering, mechanical systems, aerospace manufacturing, construction materials, and more. The book covers both theory and experimental results regarding the relationships between the effective properties of polymer composites and those of polymer matrices and reinforcements.

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