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    • Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics

      • 1st Edition
      • January 30, 2020
      • Magisetty Obulesu
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics: Emphasis on Nanotechnological Advances presents the latest information on the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in the elderly. Despite remarkable progress in various PD therapeutics, such as microRNAs and brain drug delivery systems, a few limitations impede their success. This book sheds light on the pros and cons of recently developed novel therapeutics. Very few books have highlighted the protective efficacy of natural products, antioxidants, and biomaterial design for other diseases.

    • Introduction to the Chemistry of Food

      • 1st Edition
      • January 30, 2020
      • Michael Zeece
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Introduction to the Chemistry of Food describes the molecular composition of food and the chemistry of its components. It provides students with an understanding of chemical and biochemical reactions that impact food quality and contribute to wellness. This innovative approach enables students in food science, nutrition and culinology to better understand the role of chemistry in food. Specifically, the text provides background in food composition, demonstrates how chemistry impacts quality, and highlights its role in creating novel foods. Each chapter contains a review section with suggested learning activities. Text and supplemental materials can be used in traditional face-to-face, distance, or blended learning formats.

    • Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy - Cellular Methods Part B

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 632
      • January 28, 2020
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy – Cellular Methods Part B, Volume 632, the latest release in the Methods in Enzymology series, continues the legacy of this premier serial with quality chapters authored by leaders in the field. Topics covered include Quantitation of calreticulin exposure associated with immunogenic cell death, Side-by-side comparisons of flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry for detection of calreticulin exposure in the course of immunogenic cell death, Quantitative determination of phagocytosis by bone marrow-derived dendritic cells via imaging flow cytometry, Cytofluorometric assessment of dendritic cell-mediated uptake of cancer cell apoptotic bodies, Methods to assess DC-dependent priming of T cell responses by dying cells, and more.

    • Advances in Agronomy

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 160
      • January 28, 2020
      • Donald L. Sparks
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. Each volume contains an eclectic group of reviews by leading scientists throughout the world. As always, the subjects covered are rich, varied and exemplary of the abundant subject matter addressed by this long-running serial.

    • Handbook of Natural Fibres

      • 2nd Edition
      • January 25, 2020
      • Ryszard M. Kozlowski + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Handbook of Natural Fibres: Volume Two, Processing and Applications, Second Edition provides detailed coverage of the latest processing techniques and industrial applications of a wide range of natural fibers. Natural fibrous resources, both lignocellulosic and protein ones, are renewable, biodegradable, and nontoxic, making them an important source of sustainable textile solutions. A broad range of sources of natural fibers are covered in the book, including flax, hemp, bast, jute, coir, linen, cotton and silk. This wealth of expert information provides a uniquely detailed reference for the processing, characterization, selection and application of natural fibers.

    • Inflammatory Disorders - Part A

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 119
      • January 23, 2020
      • Rossen Donev
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Inflammation is a biological response triggered by different stimuli that has in the body a potentially damaging effect. In certain conditions, such as injury or infection, inflammation is a normal, healthy response. However, inflammatory disorders that result in the immune system attacking the body’s own cells or tissues may cause abnormal inflammation, which results in chronic pain, redness, swelling, stiffness, and damage to normal tissues. Mechanisms involved in promoting a number of different inflammatory disorders and their targeting for therapeutic benefit have been one of the hottest topics in last few decades. The two consecutive volumes (119 and 120) dedicated to this subject cover a wide spectrum of inflammatory disorders, mechanisms that are believed to cause them and different strategies for managing the inflammatory diseases.

    • Saffron

      • 1st Edition
      • January 23, 2020
      • Maryam Sarwat + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Saffron: The Age-Old Panacea in a New Light is the first book to detail the functions and effect of saffron in medicinal situations. This book explores the medicinal aspects of saffron and the effect saffron imparts on various diseases of the central nervous system, cardiovascular system, digestive system, locomotor system, urogenital system, eye, skin, and immune system, along with their mechanism of action. This perpetual bulb found mainly in Asia and Europe, Iran, India and Mediterranean countries has been shown to reduce seizures, delay convulsions, and as a neuroprotective agent against cerebral ischemia, brain damage, and Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. In addition, it also reduces depression, hypnosis and anxiety and enhances learning and memory skills.

    • Molecular Evolutionary Models in Drug Discovery

      • 1st Edition
      • January 22, 2020
      • Juan Bueno
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Molecular Evolutionary Models in Drug Discovery explores the application of evolutionary molecular models in drug discovery in which secondary metabolites play a fundamental role. Secondary metabolites are not produced in isolation, they are the result of the interaction of genes, metabolism and the environment. The book examines the role of secondary metabolites as leads in drug discovery and on the development of a rational bioprospecting model for new medicines based on the evolution of secondary metabolism. These evolutionary models are part of biological systems and are the most reliable expression of the functioning of living beings.

    • Technology in Diabetes, An Issue of Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 49-1
      • January 22, 2020
      • Grazia Aleppo
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Grazia Aleppo, will cover key topics in Technology in Diabetes. This issue is one of four selected each year by our series consulting editor, Dr. Adriana G. Ioachimescu. Topics discussed in this issue will include: Evolution of Diabetes Technology, Diabetes Technology in children, Diabetes Technology in adults with type 1 and type 2 Diabetes, Benefits and challenges of Diabetes Technology use in older adults, Integration of Diabetes Technology in Clinical Practice, Diabetes Technology in the inpatient setting for management of hyperglycemia, Standardization of CGM reports, Diabetes Technology and Exercise, Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes Technology use, Automated insulin delivery, and Glucagon, among others.

    • The Genus Citrus

      • 1st Edition
      • January 21, 2020
      • Manuel Talon + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      The Genus Citrus presents the enormous amount of new knowledge that has been generated in recent years on nearly all topics related to citrus. Beginning with an overview of the fundamental principles and understanding of citrus biology and behavior, the book provides a comprehensive view from Citrus evolution to current market importance. Reporting on new insights supported by the elucidation of the citrus genome sequence, it presents groundbreaking theories and fills in previous knowledge gaps. Because citrus is among the most difficult plants to improve through traditional breeding, citrus researchers, institutions and industries must quickly learn to adapt to new developments, knowledge and technologies to address the biological constraints of a unique fruit-tree such as citrus. Despite the challenges of working with citrus, tremendous progress has been made, mostly through advances in molecular biology and genomics. This book is valuable for all those involved with researching and advancing, producing, processing, and delivering citrus products.

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