Books in Life sciences

Tissue-Specific Vascular Endothelial Signals and Vector Targeting, Part A

1st Edition
Volume 67
November 12, 2009
Renata Pasqualini
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 5 0 1 0 5
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 6 2 4 6 7

The field of genetics is rapidly evolving, and new medical breakthroughs are occurring as a result of advances in our knowledge of genetics. This series continually publishes important reviews of the broadest interest to geneticists and their colleagues in affiliated disciplines.This thematic volume reviews the latest research findings in the area of vascular proteomics related to the receptors of the vascular endothelium, and expands insights into diseases that exhibit distinct vascular characteristics, including cancer, obesity, and inflammation.

Biothermodynamics, Part B

1st Edition
Volume 466
November 11, 2009
Michael L. Johnson + 2 more
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 4 7 7 6 1
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 8 8 7 8 1 4

The use of thermodynamics in biological research can be equated to an energy book-keeping system. While the structure and function of a molecule is important, it is equally important to know what drives the energy force. These methods look to answer: What are the sources of energy that drive the function? Which of the pathways are of biological significance? As the base of macromolecular structures continues to expand through powerful techniques of molecular biology, such as X-ray crystal data and spectroscopy methods, the importance of tested and reliable methods for answering these questions will continue to expand as well. This volume presents sophisticated methods for estimating the thermodynamic parameters of specific protein-protein, protein-DNA and small molecule interactions.

Advances in Microbial Physiology

1st Edition
Volume 56
November 10, 2009
Robert K. Poole
English
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 8 8 8 3 1 6

Advances in Microbial Physiology is one of the most successful and prestigious series from Academic Press, an imprint of Elsevier. It publishes topical and important reviews, interpreting physiology to include all material that contributes to our understanding of how microorganisms and their component parts work. First published in 1967, it is now in its 56th volume. The Editors have always striven to interpret microbial physiology in the broadest context and have never restricted the contents to traditional views of whole cell physiology. Now edited by Professor Robert Poole, University of Sheffield, Advances in Microbial Physiology continues to be an influential and very well reviewed series.

Genetic Models of Schizophrenia

1st Edition
Volume 179
November 10, 2009
Akira Sawa
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 4 4 4 5 3 4 3 0 9
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 6 2 2 3 8

This is a well-established international series that examines major areas of basic and clinical research within neuroscience (as well as emerging and promising subfields): neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuroimaging, neurobiology, neuropharmacology, neuroendocrinology, neuropathology, neuropsychiatry, and neurobehavior. This volume provides a thorough treatment of gene models of schizophrenia, presenting articles from leading contributors in this important area.

Leucocyte Adhesion

1st Edition
Volume 64
November 9, 2009
Klaus Ley
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 4 9 0 9 3
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 5 6 9 8 5

Leucocyte Adhesion provides a systematic, comprehensive, and rigorous approach to specific topics relevant to the study of cellular membranes. This volume provides a review of the latest developments in leukocyte adhesion. Regulation of cell adhesion is important for immune system function.

Liposomes, Part G

1st Edition
Volume 465
November 7, 2009
Nejat Duzgunes
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 8 1 3 7 9 4
eBook
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 8 1 3 8 0 0

Liposomes are cellular structures made up of lipid molecules, which are water insoluble organic molecules and the basis of biological membranes. Important as a cellular model in the study of basic biology, liposomes are also used in clinical applications such as drug delivery and virus studies. Liposomes Part F is a continuation of previous MIE Liposome volumes A through E.

Molecular Diagnostics

1st Edition
November 6, 2009
Wayne W. Grody + 3 more
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 6 9 4 2 8 7
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 1 9 0 4 1

Advances in genomic and proteomic profiling of disease have transformed the field of molecular diagnostics, thus leading the way for a major revolution in clinical practice. While the range of tests for disease detection and staging is rapidly expanding, many physicians lack the knowledge required to determine which tests to order and how to interpret results. Molecular Diagnostics provides a complete guide to the use and interpretation of molecular testing in the clinical arena. No other available resource offers this emphasis, comprehensive scope, and practical utility in the clinical setting.

Novel Approaches to Studying Basal Ganglia and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders

1st Edition
Volume 89
November 6, 2009
XIAO-HONG LU
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 4 8 9 4 2
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 5 3 8 7 8

Published since 1959, International Review of Neurobiology is a well-known series appealing to neuroscientists, clinicians, psychologists, physiologists, and pharmacologists. Led by an internationally renowned editorial board, this important serial publishes both eclectic volumes made up of timely reviews and thematic volumes that focus on recent progress in a specific area of neurobiology research. This volume is a collection of articles covering Novel Approaches to Studying Basal Ganglia and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Topics covered include molecular profiling of direct and indirect striatal medium spiny neurons, the role of epigenetics in development and function of basal ganglia and transgenic animal models for Parkinson's disease.

Liposomes, Part F

1st Edition
Volume 464
November 6, 2009
Nejat Duzgunes
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 4 9 6 9 7
eBook
9 7 8 0 0 8 0 9 6 1 0 2 6

Cell Biology Assays

1st Edition
November 6, 2009
Julio E. Celis + 2 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 5 1 5 2 2
eBook
9 7 8 0 1 2 3 7 5 1 5 3 9

This text provides comprehensive protocols essential methods across cell biology. The techniques in this text are presented in a friendly step-by-step fashion, providing useful tips and potential pitfalls while enabling researchers at all stages to embark on basic problems using a variety of technologies and model systems.

Related subjects

Agricultural and biological sciences

Drug discovery

Immunology

Microbiology and virology

Neuroscience

Pharmaceutical sciences

Pharmacology

Toxicology

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences & Engineering

Social Sciences & Humanities

Health