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  • The Code Stroke Handbook

    Approach to the Acute Stroke Patient
    • 1st Edition
    • May 19, 2020
    • Andrew Micieli + 4 more
    • English
    A 65-year-old patient arrives at the Emergency Department with stroke symptoms that began 45 minutes ago. You are called STAT!Acute stroke management has changed dramatically in recent years. Tremendous advances have been made in acute treatments, diagnostic neuroimaging, and organized systems of care, and are enabling better outcomes for patients. Stroke has evolved from a largely untreatable condition in the acute phase to a true medical emergency that is potentially treatable—and sometimes curable. The Code Stroke emergency response refers to a coordinated team-based approach to stroke patient care that requires rapid and accurate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in an effort to save the brain and minimize permanent damage.The Code Stroke Handbook contains the "essentials" of acute stroke to help clinicians provide best practice patient care. Designed to assist frontline physicians, nurses, paramedics, and medical learners at different levels of training, this book highlights clinical pearls and pitfalls, guideline recommendations, and other high-yield information not readily available in standard textbooks. It is filled with practical tips to prepare you for the next stroke emergency and reduce the anxiety you may feel when the Code Stroke pager rings.
  • The Plasticity of Sex

    The Molecular Biology and Clinical Features of Genomic Sex, Gender Identity and Sexual Behavior
    • 1st Edition
    • May 19, 2020
    • Marianne Legato J
    • English
    The Plasticity of Sex: The Molecular Biology and Clinical Features of Genomic Sex, Gender Identity and Sexual Behavior provides a comprehensive view on the development of human sexuality. As there has been a crescendo of interest over the past several decades about the nature and diversity of human sexuality, this reference brings the evidence-based research into one place. The emergence of issues surrounding gender identity, genital ambivalence and the transition from one sex to another is striking, with the public and treating physicians alike clamoring for an evidence-based, comprehensive treatment of human sexuality and all its variations. This is a must-have reference for biomedical researchers in endocrinology, neuroscience, development biology, medical students, residents, and practicing physicians from all medical areas. Winner of the 2021 PROSE Award in Biomedicine from the Association of American Publishers!
  • Long-Term Farming Systems Research

    Ensuring Food Security in Changing Scenarios
    • 1st Edition
    • May 17, 2020
    • Gurbir Bhullar + 1 more
    • English
    Long-Term Farming Systems Research: Ensuring Food Security in Changing Scenarios presents the legacy and heritage of Long-Term Experiments (LTEs) in Agriculture while also addressing the challenges and potential solutions. The book discusses how LTEs form an important asset in understanding agriculture’s significant influence on life on earth. As global governments and development agencies try to achieve the Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, this book’s content is of unprecedented importance, providing insights into the interactions of agricultural production with ecological, economic and societal aspects. In this regard, this book offers a thorough resource of information based on experiences from various ongoing LTEs in different parts of the world. The contextual variety and geographic diversity presented in this book makes it useful for agricultural and environmental scientists, as well as students and educators in such fields. --- From the Editors: "Thanks to the excellent panel of our contributing authors, in this book, we have attempted to offer the widest possible thematic and geographical coverage on LTEs. Experts from different institutions leading LTEs across the globe have provided their perspectives on different aspects of LTEs, not only highlighting the unique knowledge contribution of LTEs, but also discussing the unique challenges of effectively managing LTEs and maintaining their relevance to changing scenarios. We hope that this book will offer something for everyone interested in the history, present and future of our agroecosystem."
  • Biotechnology Entrepreneurship

    Leading, Managing and Commercializing Innovative Technologies
    • 2nd Edition
    • May 16, 2020
    • Craig Shimasaki
    • English
    This second edition of Biotechnology Entrepreneurship: Leading, Managing, and Commercializing Innovative Technologies is an authoritative, easy-to-read guide covering biotechnology entrepreneurship and the process of commercializing innovative biotechnology products. This best practice resource is for professional training programs, individuals starting a biotech venture, and for managers and experienced practitioners leading biotech enterprises. It is a valuable resource for those working at any level in the biotech industry, and for professionals who support and provide essential resources and services to the biotech industry. This practical, “how-to” book is written by seasoned veterans experienced in each of the operational functions essential for starting, managing, and leading a successful biotech company.Biotechnolog... Entrepreneurship explains the biotech business components and underlying strategies, interspersed with practical lessons from successful biotech entrepreneurs, educators, and experienced practitioners. These veteran contributors share their insights on how to be successful in this challenging but exciting industry. Subjects range from technology licensing and translating an idea into a viable business, forming your legal company entity, securing angel and venture capital, navigating product development, FDA regulatory approval, and biomanufacturing.Thi... book is a user-friendly guide to decision-making and overall strategy written as a hands-on management tool for leaders and managers of these dynamic biotechnology ventures. If you are contemplating starting a biotech company, are a manager at any level, a seasoned veteran, or service provider in the biotech industry, this book is a “must read.”
  • Methods in Cell Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 158
    • May 15, 2020
    • English
    Methods in Cell Biology, Volume 158, the latest release in this series, highlights new advances in the field, with this release covering How to orient cells in micro-cavities for high resolution imaging of cytokinesis and lumen formation, A body-on-a-chip (BOC) system for studying gut-liver interaction, Manipulating cultured mammalian cells for mitosis research, Live-cell FLIM-FRET using a commercially available system, A comparative analysis of methods to measure kinetochore-microtub... attachment stability, A workflow for visualizing human cancer biopsies using large-format electron microscopy, Isolation of stage-specific germ cells using facs in drosophila germarium, Computational analysis of filament polymerization dynamics in cytoskeletal networks, and more.
  • Histología y biología celular

    Introducción a la anatomía patológica
    • 5th Edition
    • May 15, 2020
    • Abraham L. Kierszenbaum + 1 more
    • Spanish
    Se trata del texto más innovador y aclamado en el contexto de la Histología, explicada desde el enfoque de la Biología Celular y la Anatomía Patológica. La obra presenta un abordaje básicamente visual de la disciplina, a todo color, el que página a página ofrece al estudiante un método de enseñanza integrada que conlleva una perfecta comprensión de los diferentes trastornos patológicos que se presentan en el cuerpo humano. La iconografía la convierte en una obra única en su campo, contabilizando más de 1.000 ilustraciones.Presen... nuevo contenido sobre la inmunoterapia antineoplásica, las células satélite y la reparación muscular, la vasculogénesis y la angiogénesis en relación con el tratamiento del cáncer, así como las terapias de reemplazo mitocondrial. A destacar que en esta edición el propio autor, el Dr. Kierszenbaum ha sido el revisor científico de la traducción al español. A través de E-book+(contenido en inglés), puede accederse aun conjunto de "mapas conceptuales animados" para cada uno de los capítulos, explicados paso a paso por el propio autor.
  • Advances in Agronomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 162
    • May 15, 2020
    • English
    Advances in Agronomy, Volume 162, 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.
  • Electrophysiology Measurements for Studying Neural Interfaces

    • 1st Edition
    • May 15, 2020
    • Mohammad M. Aria
    • English
    Electrophysiology Measurements for Studying Neural Interfaces helps readers to choose a proper cell line and set-up for studying different bio-electronic interfaces before delving into the electrophysiology techniques available. Therefore, this book details the materials and devices needed for different types of neural stimulation such as photoelectrical and photothermal stimulations. Also, modern techniques like optical electrophysiology and calcium imaging in this book provides readers with more available approaches to monitor neural activities in addition to whole-cell patch-clamp technology. 
  • Drug Discovery Targeting Drug-Resistant Bacteria

    • 1st Edition
    • May 15, 2020
    • Prashant Kesharwani + 2 more
    • English
    Drug Discovery Targeting Drug-Resistant Bacteria explores the status and possible future of developments in fighting drug-resistant bacteria. The book covers the majority of microbial diseases and the drugs targeting them. In addition, it discusses the potential targeting strategies and innovative approaches to address drug resistance. It brings together academic and industrial experts working on discovering and developing drugs targeting drug-resistant (DR) bacterial pathogens. New drugs active against drug-resistant pathogens are discussed, along with new strategies being used to discover molecules acting via new modes of action. In addition, alternative therapies such as peptides and phages are included. Pharmaceutical scientists, microbiologists, medical professionals, pathologists, researchers in the field of drug discovery, infectious diseases and microbial drug discovery both in academia and in industrial settings will find this book helpful.
  • An Industrial IoT Approach for Pharmaceutical Industry Growth

    Volume 2
    • 1st Edition
    • May 15, 2020
    • Valentina Emilia Balas + 2 more
    • English
    An Industrial IoT Approach for Pharmaceutical Industry Growth, Volume Two uses an innovative approach to explore how the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data can improve approaches and make discoveries. Rapid growth of the IoT has encouraged many companies in the manufacturing sector to make use of this technology to unlock its potential. Using clear language and real-world case studies, this book discusses systems level from both a human-factors point-of-view and the perspective of networking, databases, privacy and anti-spoofing. The wide variety in topics presented offers multiple perspectives on how to integrate the Internet of Things into pharmaceutical manufacturing.This book represents a useful resource for researchers in pharmaceutical sciences, information and communication technologies, and those who specialize in healthcare and pharmacovigilance.