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    • Producing Safe Eggs

      • 1st Edition
      • September 13, 2016
      • Steven Ricke + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Producing Safe Eggs: Microbial Ecology of Salmonella takes the unique approach of interfacing problems of Salmonella and microbial contamination with commercial egg production. It presents in-depth information on microbial contamination, safety and control, physiology, immunology, neurophysiology, and animal welfare, which makes this book a complete reference for anyone involved in the safe production of eggs and egg products in the food industry. This book discusses management and risk factors across the entire egg production process, including practical applications to decrease disease and contaminated food products in poultry houses, processing plants and retail businesses. It is an integral reference for food scientists, food safety and quality professionals, food processors, food production managers, and food business owners, as well as students in food science, safety, microbiology, and animal science.

    • Biotechnology for Biofuel Production and Optimization

      • 1st Edition
      • January 18, 2016
      • Carrie A Eckert + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Biotechnology for Biofuel Production and Optimization is the compilation of current research findings that cover the entire process of biofuels production from manipulation of genes and pathways to organisms and renewable feedstocks for efficient biofuel production as well as different cultivation techniques and process scale-up considerations. This book captures recent breakthroughs in the interdisciplinary areas of systems and synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, and bioprocess engineering for renewable, cleaner sources of energy.

    • In Situ Tissue Regeneration

      • 1st Edition
      • July 17, 2016
      • Sang Jin Lee + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      In Situ Tissue Regeneration: Host Cell Recruitment and Biomaterial Design explores the body’s ability to mobilize endogenous stem cells to the site of injury and details the latest strategies developed for inducing and supporting the body’s own regenerating capacity. From the perspective of regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, this book describes the mechanism of host cell recruitment, cell sourcing, cellular and molecular roles in cell differentiation, navigational cues and niche signals, and a tissue-specific smart biomaterial system that can be applied to a wide range of therapies. The work is divided into four sections to provide a thorough overview and helpful hints for future discoveries: endogenous cell sources; biochemical and physical cues; smart biomaterial development; and applications.

    • Seafood Authenticity and Traceability

      • 1st Edition
      • August 25, 2016
      • Amanda Naaum + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Seafood Authenticity and Traceability: a DNA-based Pespective is a concise reference showcasing the latest developments in the field. Written for those in food authenticity who may not have a technical molecular biology background, the book covers methods used for DNA analysis and an overview of their applications in fish and seafood, also providing reviews of the technology and processes for each method. It offers a practical and succinct overview of the relationship between accurate identification, traceability, sustainability, and safety of seafood, including an overview of the supply chain and the industry's need for improved traceability.

    • Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 73
      • October 28, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry has provided, since its inception in 1945, critical and informative articles written by research specialists that integrate the industrial, analytical, and technological aspects of biochemistry, organic chemistry, and instrumentation methodology to the study of carbohydrates. Its articles present a definitive interpretation of the current status and future trends in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry.

    • Ion Channels as Therapeutic Targets, Part A

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 103
      • February 23, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Ion Channels as Therapeutic Targets is the latest volume in the popular Advances in Protein Chemistry and Structural Biology series, an essential resource for protein chemists. Each volume brings forth new information about protocols and analysis of proteins, with each thematically organized volume guest edited by leading experts in a broad range of protein-related topics.

    • International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 324
      • March 21, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology presents comprehensive reviews and current advances in cell and molecular biology. The series has a worldwide readership, maintaining a high standard by publishing invited articles on important and timely topics authored by prominent cell and molecular biologists.

    • Advances in Immunology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 129
      • January 11, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Immunology, a long-established and highly respected publication, presents current developments as well as comprehensive reviews in immunology. Articles address the wide range of topics that comprise immunology, including molecular and cellular activation mechanisms, phylogeny and molecular evolution, and clinical modalities. Edited and authored by the foremost scientists in the field, each volume provides up-to-date information and directions for the future.

    • Dynamic Plasma Membranes: Portals Between Cells and Physiology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 77
      • January 9, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This volume focuses on the recent advances in understanding plasma membrane organization and function beginning with simple systems and extending to specialized membrane domains of vertebrate cells.

    • Advances in Immunology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 132
      • October 17, 2016
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Immunology, a long-established and highly respected publication, presents current developments and comprehensive reviews on immunology. Articles address the wide range of topics that comprise immunology, including molecular and cellular activation mechanisms, phylogeny and molecular evolution, and clinical modalities. Edited and authored by the foremost scientists in the field, each volume provides up-to-date information and directions for the future.

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