Books in Life sciences

Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens

7th Edition
June 30, 2017
Richard P. Pohanish
English
Hardback
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Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens, Seventh Edition, has proven to be a reliable, accessible, must-have reference on hazardous materials for over thirty years. This updated and revised seventh edition is the most comprehensive listing of the hazardous chemicals commonly used, transported, and regulated in industry and the workplace. Information is the most vital resource anyone can have when dealing with potential hazardous substance accidents, spillages, fires, or acts of terror. It is also essential for the safe day-to-day operation of chemical processes and environmental protection. Sittig's Handbook provides extensive data for over 2,200 chemicals in a uniform format, enabling fast and accurate decisions in any situation. The chemicals are presented alphabetically and classified as a carcinogen, hazardous substance, hazardous waste, or toxic pollutant. This new edition contains expanded and reviewed information for each chemical listed (including chemicals classified as WMD) and has been updated to keep pace with world events, standards, and regulations. This seventh edition includes over 100 new records, and every single record has been checked and updated as necessary.

Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition

1st Edition
June 29, 2017
Derrick Lonsdale + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition explores thiamine and how its deficiency affects the functions of the brainstem and autonomic nervous system by way of metabolic changes at the level of the mitochondria. Thiamine deficiency derails mitochondrial oxidative metabolism and gives rise to the classic disease of beriberi that, in its early stages, can be considered the prototype for a set of disorders that we now recognize as dysautonomia. This book represents the life’s work of the senior author, Dr. Derrick Lonsdale, and a recent collaboration with his co-author Dr. Chandler Marrs.

DNA Repair Enzymes: Structure, Biophysics, and Mechanism

1st Edition
Volume 592
June 29, 2017
Brandt Eichman
English
Hardback
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eBook
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DNA Repair Enzymes, Part B, Volume 592 is the latest volume in the Methods in Enzymology series and the first part of a thematic that focuses on DNA Repair Enzymes. Topics in this updated volume include MacroBac: New Technologies for Robust and Efficient Large-Scale Production of Recombinant Multiprotein Complexes, Production and Assay of Recombinant Multisubunit Chromatin Remodeling Complexes, Analysis of Functional Dynamics of Modular Multidomain Proteins by SAXS and NMR, the Use of Single-Cysteine Variants for Trapping Transient States in DNA Mismatch Repair, and Structural Studies of RNases H2 as an Example of Crystal Structure Determination of Protein-Nucleic Acid Complexes.

Key Advances in Clinical Informatics

1st Edition
June 28, 2017
Aziz Sheikh + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Key Advances in Clinical Informatics: Transforming Health Care through Health Information Technology provides a state-of-the-art overview of the most current subjects in clinical informatics. Leading international authorities write short, accessible, well-referenced chapters which bring readers up-to-date with key developments and likely future advances in the relevant subject areas. This book encompasses topics such as inpatient and outpatient clinical information systems, clinical decision support systems, health information technology, genomics, mobile health, telehealth and cloud-based computing. Additionally, it discusses privacy, confidentiality and security required for health data. Edited by internationally recognized authorities in the field of clinical informatics, the book is a valuable resource for medical/nursing students, clinical informaticists, clinicians in training, practicing clinicians and allied health professionals with an interest in health informatics.

Chemical Contaminants and Residues in Food

2nd Edition
June 27, 2017
D Schrenk + 1 more
English
Hardback
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Chemical Contaminants and Residues in Food, Second Edition is an invaluable tool for all industrial and academic researchers involved with food safety, from industry professionals responsible for producing safe food, to chemical analysts involved in testing the final products. This updated edition is expanded to cover the latest research and emerging issues, and has additional information useful for food safety testing. Written by an international team of expert contributors, this edition explores the entire food chain, acting as a roadmap for further research.

Food Bioconversion

1st Edition
Volume 2
June 26, 2017
Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Food Bioconversion, Volume Two in the Handbook of Food Bioengineering series is an interdisciplinary resource of fundamental information on waste recovery and biomaterials under certain environmental conditions. The book provides information on how living organisms can be used to transform waste into compounds that can be used in food, and how specialized living cells in plants, animals and water can convert the most polluting agents into useful non-toxic products in a sustainable way. This great reference on the bioconversion of industrial waste is ideal in a time when food resources are limited and entire communities starve.

Food Bioconversion

1st Edition
Volume 2
June 26, 2017
Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Matrix Metalloproteinases and Tissue Remodeling in Health and Disease: Target Tissues and Therapy

1st Edition
Volume 148
June 26, 2017
Raouf A Khalil
English
Hardback
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Matrix Metalloproteinases and Tissue Remodeling in Health and Disease: Target Tissues and Therapy, Volume, Volume 148, the latest volume in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series covers a variety of timely topics, with chapters focusing on The Role of Matrix Metalloproteinases in Development, Repair, and Destruction of the Lungs, Matrix Metalloproteinases in Kidney Disease: Role in Pathogenesis and Potential as a Therapeutic Target, Regulation of Matrix Metalloproteinase in the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy, Matrix Metalloproteinases in Normal Pregnancy and Preeclampsia, and Matrix Metalloproteinases, Neural Extracellular Matrix, and Central Nervous System Pathology. This volume is the second part of a thematic on matrix metalloproteinases and tissue remodeling in health and disease. It focuses on the role of MMPs in other systems, target tissues, and pathological disorders and the potential benefits of MMP inhibitors in various disorders.

Pharmacy Management Software for Pharmacy Technicians: A Worktext

3rd Edition
June 26, 2017
DAA Enterprises, Inc.
English

Acquire the skills to succeed in the pharmacy, before leaving the classroom, with Pharmacy Management Software for Pharmacy Technicians, 3rd Edition. This innovative software/worktext incorporates the full version of DAA Enterprises' Visual Superscript pharmacy management software to give you hands-on training performing the day-to-day tasks of a pharmacy technician — just as you will on the job. Expanded lab content, an updated drug database, and correlation with ASHP standards provide you with a comprehensive, current product to get you practice ready Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions guide you through essential functions in community and institutional pharmacy practice.

Rhythmic Stimulation Procedures in Neuromodulation

1st Edition
June 24, 2017
James R. Evans + 1 more
English
Hardback
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Rhythmic Stimulation Procedures in Neuromodulation offers a unique approach to rhythm-related stimulation as it pertains to modulating neural functioning, with the goal of alleviating symptoms of mental disorder. Rhythm and related concepts (frequency, resonance, entrainment) are thought by many to be closely linked to human health and disease. Neurologists and clinical psychologists facilitate neuroplasticity by using pulsed (rhythmic) sensory or electromagnetic stimulation—a group of techniques broadly referred to as neuromodulation. This edited volume describes details of rhythm-related neuromodulation techniques, and experts in the field have detailed the pros and cons of each approach, citing both clinical and scientific support. Each technique chapter provides a detailed description of the procedure, a rationale for application with specific populations, discussion of similarities/differe... relative to other approaches, and support for efficacy. This volume offers readers a historical overview of the roles of rhythm and dysrhythmia in health and disease, including examples of past and present therapeutic uses of rhythmic stimulation, entrainment, and/or modification. It also facilitates speculation about potential developments in rhythm-related methods for the future of mental health. Few books published in the general area of rhythm have focused on the scientific study of the significance of biological rhythms.

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Books in Life sciences

Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens

Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition

DNA Repair Enzymes: Structure, Biophysics, and Mechanism

Key Advances in Clinical Informatics

Chemical Contaminants and Residues in Food

Food Bioconversion

Food Bioconversion

Matrix Metalloproteinases and Tissue Remodeling in Health and Disease: Target Tissues and Therapy

Pharmacy Management Software for Pharmacy Technicians: A Worktext

Rhythmic Stimulation Procedures in Neuromodulation

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