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  • ODE/PDE Analysis of Antibiotic/Antimicrobial Resistance

    Programming in R
    • 1st Edition
    • William E. Schiesser
    • English
    ODE/PDE Analysis of Antibiotic/Antimicro... Resistance: Programming in R presents mathematical models for antibiotic/antimicro... resistance based on ordinary and partial differential equations (ODE/PDEs). Sections cover the basic ODE model, the detailed PDE model that gives the spatiotemporal distribution of four dependent variable components, including susceptible bacteria population density, resistant bacteria population density, plasmid number, and antibiotic concentration. The computer-based implementation of the example models is presented through routines coded (programmed) in R, a quality, open-source scientific computing system that is readily available from the Internet. As such, formal mathematics is minimized and no theorems and proofs are required. The PDE analysis is based on the method of lines (MOL), an established general algorithm for PDEs that is implemented with finite differences. Routines are available from a download link so that the example models can be executed without having to first study numerical methods and computer coding. Routines can then be applied to variations and extensions of the antibiotic/antimicro... models, such as changes in the ODE/PDE parameters (constants) and the form of the model equations.

  • Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century

    • 1st Edition
    • Marcello Nicoletti
    • English
    Insect-Borne Diseases in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive look at the most notorious diseases carried by insects. It offers an assessment of current and potential insect-vectored diseases as they relate to human health and agricultural and livestock production. Written by a leading expert in insect-borne diseases, it examines the history of insect-borne diseases, beginning with those that have been well-known to scientists for decades, also including recent outbreaks like Zika. The book takes into consideration environmental conditions and climate change and explores the bionetworks and system biology of potential new superorganisms, offering preventative and protective solutions. This is a must-have resource for entomology researchers and students who seek the most up-to-date information on disease-causing pathogens transmitted by insects. This book will also serve as a resource for ordinary people whose lives may be affected by such diseases.

  • Diagnosis and Management in Parkinson's Disease

    The Neuroscience of Parkinson’s Disease, Volume 1
    • 1st Edition
    • Colin R. Martin + 1 more
    • English
    Diagnosis and Management in Parkinson's Disease: The Neuroscience of Parkinson’s, Volume 1 provides a single source of material covering different scientific domains of neuropathology underlying this condition. The book covers a wide range of subjects and unravels the complex relationships between genetics, molecular biology, pharmaceutical chemistry, neurobiology, imaging, assessments, and treatment regimens. It fills a much-needed gap as a "one-stop" synopsis of everything concerning the neurology and neuroscience related to Parkinson’s disease, from chemicals and cells to individuals. The book is an invaluable resource for neuroscientists, neurologists, and anyone in the field.

  • The Neural Control of Movement

    Model Systems and Tools to Study Locomotor Function
    • 1st Edition
    • Patrick J. Whelan + 1 more
    • English
    From speech to breathing to overt movement contractions of muscles are the only way other than sweating whereby we literally make a mark on the world. Locomotion is an essential part of this equation and exciting new developments are shedding light on the mechanisms underlying how this important behavior occurs. The Neural Control of Movement discusses these developments across a variety of species including man. The editors focus on highlighting the utility of different models from invertebrates to vertebrates. Each chapter discusses how new approaches in neuroscience are being used to dissect and control neural networks. An area of emphasis is on vertebrate motor networks and particularly the spinal cord. The spinal cord is unique because it has seen the use of genetic tools allowing the dissection of networks for over ten years. This book provides practical details on model systems, approaches, and analysis approaches related to movement control. This book is written for neuroscientists interested in movement control.

  • Diagnosis and Management in Dementia

    The Neuroscience of Dementia, Volume 1
    • 1st Edition
    • Colin R. Martin + 1 more
    • English
    Diagnosis and Management in Dementia: The Neuroscience of Dementia, Volume 1 consolidates different fields of dementia into a single book, covering a range of subjects, including Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, mixed dementia, vascular dementia, physical activity, risk factors, mortality, biomarkers, SPECT, CT, MRI, questionnaires, nutrition, sleep, delirium, hearing loss, agitation, aggression, delusions, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, psychosis, senile plaques, tau and amyloid-beta, neuroinflammation, molecular biology, and more. With an impact on millions globally, and billions of research dollars being invested in dementia research, this book will stimulate research in the area and inform researchers.

  • Genetics, Neurology, Behavior, and Diet in Dementia

    The Neuroscience of Dementia, Volume 2
    • 1st Edition
    • Colin R. Martin + 1 more
    • English
    Genetics, Neurology, Behavior, and Diet in Dementia: The Neuroscience of Dementia, Volume 2 consolidates different fields of dementia research into a single book, covering a range of subjects, including Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, mixed dementia, vascular dementia, physical activity, risk factors, mortality, biomarkers, SPECT, CT, MRI, questionnaires, nutrition, sleep, delirium, hearing loss, agitation, aggression, delusions, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, psychosis, senile plaques, tau and amyloid-beta, neuroinflammation, and molecular biology. This foundational, comprehensive book assembles the latest understanding on all dementias and their common features in a single source. It is an invaluable resource for neuroscientists, neurologists, and anyone in the field.

  • Lipid Signaling and Metabolism

    • 1st Edition
    • James M. Ntambi
    • English
    Lipid Signaling and Metabolism provides foundational knowledge and methods to examine lipid metabolism and bioactive lipid signaling mediators that regulate a broad spectrum of biological processes and disease states. Here, world-renowned investigators offer a basic examination of general lipid, metabolism, intracellular lipid storage and utilization that is followed by an in-depth discussion of lipid signaling and metabolism across disease areas, including obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease, inflammation, cancer, cardiovascular disease and mood-related disorders. Throughout, authors demonstrate how expanding our understanding of lipid mediators in metabolism and signaling enables opportunities for novel therapeutics. Emphasis is placed on bioactive lipid metabolism and research that has been impacted by new technologies and their new potential to transform precision medicine.

  • Real-World Applications in Cognitive Neuroscience

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 253
    • English
    Real-World Applications in Cognitive Neuroscience Volume 253, the latest release in the Progress in Brain Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this volume presenting interesting chapters on Perception and Decision Making at Sea, The Sleep-Wake Regulation in Cognition: Applications in the Real World, Decision making and the menstrual cycle in elite athletes, Decision Making under pressure in elite football, Economics and the Brain, Predictive coding: Neuroscience and art, The brain and music, Application in behavioral change, Applications of Cognitive Neuroscience to understanding Aphantasia, Applications in Inhibitory control, Applications in Vision; helping patients find their (golf) balls again, and much more.

  • Repérage précoce des signes d'appel de dys

    Un outil pour l'école maternelle : principes, analyse et préconisations
    • 1st Edition
    • Alain Moret
    • French
    Ce livre se propose de répondre aux problèmes rencontrés par les différents professionnels (de l’éducation, de la santé, de la rééducation), face aux enfants dys (ou TSLA). Il vise à associer les médecins scolaires et les professionnels de la rééducation, en lien avec les enseignants, à la conception et/ou à la diffusion d’outils du type de celui proposé dans l’ouvrage pour, non pas poser un diagnostic, mais repérer le plus tôt possible ce qui pourrait annoncer un dys et qui mériterait donc d’être surveillé, le repérage précoce d’un éventuel trouble dys étant essentiel pour une prise en charge précoce du trouble et pour une intégration réussie de l’enfant. L’ouvrage Cet ouvrage propose des éléments concrets d’observation et d’analyse pour repérer les signes d’appel des troubles dys chez les jeunes enfants. Il initie notamment à l’utilisation d’un questionnaire de repérage des troubles conçu par l’auteur et validé auprès d’enseignants spécialisés. Commenté, enrichi d’exemples et téléchargeable en ligne, il deviendra rapidement un outil indispensable qui accompagnera les professionnels de l’enfance dans leur pratique pour repérer les troubles dys, mais également pour contribuer au bon développement de chaque enfant.

  • Pituitary Disorders, An Issue of Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 49-3
    • Niki Karavitaki
    • English
    This issue of Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics will cover Pituitary Disorders. Curated by Dr. Niki Karavitaki, this issue will explore topics in the field that are relevant for practicing clinicians. This issue is one of four selected each year by the series Consulting Editor, Adriana G. Ioachimescu. The volume will include articles on: Epidemiology of pituitary disease, Advances in the imaging of pituitary tumours, WHO 2017 classification of pituitary tumours, Cancer immunotherapy and pituitary function, Advances in the medical treatment of Cushing’s disease, Nelson’s syndrome, Update on genetics of pituitary tumours, Dopamine agonists for pituitary tumours: benefits and risks, Acromegaly: Update on management and long-term morbidities, Endoscopic surgery for pituitary tumours, Aggressive pituitary adenomas and carcinomas, Diabetes insipidus: an update, Management of hypothalamic obesity, and Pituitary Centers of Excellence.

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