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    • Advances in Molecular Toxicology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 7
      • August 7, 2013
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Molecular Toxicology features the latest advances in all of the subspecialties of the broad area of molecular toxicology. Toxicology is the study of poisons, and this series details the study of the molecular basis by which a vast array of agents encountered in the human environment and produced by the human body itself manifest themselves as toxins. Not strictly limited to documenting these examples, the series is also concerned with the complex web of chemical and biological events that give rise to toxin-induced symptoms and disease. The new technologies that are being harnessed to analyze and understand these events will also be reviewed by leading workers in the field. Advances in Molecular Toxicology will report progress in all aspects of these rapidly evolving molecular aspects of toxicology with a view toward detailed elucidation of progress on the molecular level and on advances in technological approaches employed.

    • Progress in Chemical Toxicology

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2013
      • Abraham Stolman
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Progress in Chemical Toxicology, Volume 2 reviews significant developments in chemical toxicology, with particular reference to the mode of absorption, distribution, excretion, and metabolism of drugs and poisons in both humans and animals. Some of the techniques for the rapid infrared analysis and identification of gases in human breath are also discussed, along with rapid drug analysis by ion-exchange paper chromatography and ionophoresis. Comprised of six chapters, this volume first deals with the absorption, distribution, and excretion of poisons and their metabolites, including drugs extractable by organic solvents from aqueous acid and alkaline solutions. Subsequent chapters focus on the use of rapid infrared techniques in the detection of volatile organic compounds and toxic gases in humans; rapid methods of toxicological analysis by ion-exchange paper chromatography and ionophoresis; sample preparation and techniques for concentration of metal poisons for increased sensitivity of spectrographic analysis; and application of thin layer chromatography in toxicology. An approach to the analysis of biological specimens for basic drugs is also described. This book will be of interest to chemists and toxicologists.

    • Study Guide for Houston, Bee, Hatfield, and Rimm's Essentials of Psychology

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2013
      • Victor Benassi
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Study Guide for Houston, Bee, Hatfield, and Rimm's Essentials of Psychology aims to aid students in their study of psychology. Each chapter in the Study Guide corresponds to the chapter of the same number in Essentials of Psychology and is broken down into component sections: Learning Objectives, Key Terms, Study Questions, and Practice Quizzes. The topics covered in these chapters include the following: the definition of psychology; the psychological basis of behavior; sensation and perception; learning, memory, and cognition; motivation and emotion; abnormal psychology; and social behavior. Proper use of the Study Guide will help students get the most from what could be their only formal course in psychology. To maximize their learning, all of the components of each chapter must be completed. While no single approach to learning is the best, many students benefit greatly from the use of a study guide.

    • A Synopsis of Infectious and Tropical Diseases

      • 3rd Edition
      • October 22, 2013
      • A. W. Woodruff + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      A Synopsis of Infectious and Tropical Diseases provides a summary of information on the diagnosis and management of infectious and tropical diseases. It contains essential information required by general practitioners, specialists, medical students and graduates preparing for higher examinations, the nursing profession, and health workers in the proper management of infective and tropical diseases. This book is organized into nine chapters that describe the signs and symptoms, clinical forms and manifestations, incubation period, stages of invasion, mode of transmission, epidemiology, and treatment of different tropical and infectious diseases such as those caused by viruses, protozoans, and metazoan parasites. These diseases include herpesvirus infections, blackwater fever, and trematode or fluke infections. This book will be of interest to travelers and people in the medical profession.

    • Advances in Virus Research

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 87
      • June 25, 2013
      • Karl Maramorosch + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Published since 1953, Advances in Virus Research covers a diverse range of in-depth reviews, providing a valuable overview of the current field of virology.

    • International Review of General and Experimental Zoology

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2013
      • William J. L. Felts + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      International Review of General and Experimental Zoology, Volume 2 is a collection of world literature concerning developments in general and experimental zoology. This book is composed of six chapters, and begins with a survey of the biochemical and serological techniques and their application in experimental taxonomy. The succeeding chapters review the field of general and comparative endocrinology in lower vertebrates, as well as the problems of understanding the fine structure of the synaptic cleft of presumed chemically transmitting synapses. These topics are followed by discussions on structural and functional aspects of the avian lungs and air sacs; the metabolic aspect of heat transfer in biological systems; and the external energy transfer from the organism to the surrounding environment. The final chapter focuses on the experimental studies of neurocranium morphology and growth. This book will prove useful to zoologists and taxonomists.

    • Molecular Sensors and Nanodevices

      • 1st Edition
      • December 3, 2013
      • John X. J. Zhang + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      With applications ranging from medical diagnostics to environmental monitoring, molecular sensors (also known as biosensors, chemical sensors, or chemosensors), along with emerging nanotechnologies offer not only valuable tools but also unlimited possibilities for engineers and scientists to explore the world. New generation of functional microsystems can be designed to provide a variety of small scale sensing, imaging and manipulation techniques to the fundamental building blocks of materials. This book provides comprehensive coverage of the current and emerging technologies of molecular sensing, explaining the principles of molecular sensor design and assessing the sensor types currently available. Having explained the basic sensor structures and sensing principles, the authors proceed to explain the role of nano/micro fabrication techniques in molecular sensors, including MEMS, BioMEMS, MicroTAS among others. The miniaturization of versatile molecular sensors opens up a new design paradigm and a range of novel biotechnologies, which is illustrated through case studies of groundbreaking applications in the life sciences and elsewhere. As well as the techniques and devices themselves, the authors also cover the critical issues of implantability, biocompatibility and the regulatory framework. The book is aimed at a broad audience of engineering professionals, life scientists and students working in the multidisciplinary area of biomedical engineering. It explains essential principles of electrical, chemical, optical and mechanical engineering as well as biomedical science, intended for readers with a variety of scientific backgrounds. In addition, it will be valuable for medical professionals and researchers. An online tutorial developed by the authors provides learning reinforcement for students and professionals alike.

    • New Protein Foods

      • 1st Edition
      • September 17, 2013
      • Aaron M. Altschul + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      New Protein Foods, Volume 5: Seed Storage Proteins covers papers on the role of new science and technology in providing greater flexibility for producing and utilizing protein food resources, with emphasis on seed storage proteins, primarily oilseed proteins. The book presents articles on the chemistry and biology of seed storage proteins as well as the structure of soy proteins. The text also includes articles on the relationships of genetic engineering to conventional genetic technology and plant breeding, and the potentials for applications of genetic engineering technology to soybeans. The physicochemical and functional properties of oilseed proteins, with emphasis on soy proteins; the chemical and enzymatic modification of plant proteins; and the nutritional characteristics of oilseed proteins are also considered. The book further demonstrates articles on the processes of manufacturing isolated soy protein; the characteristics of isolates; nutritional, the physical, and functional properties; and the major applications of isolated soy proteins. The text concludes by including articles on the production, physicochemical properties, and nutritional aspects of rapeseed, ground nuts, sunflower seeds, and sesame proteins. Nutritionists, horticulturists, agriculturists, agronomists, food technologists, and people involved in related manufacturing companies will find the book invaluable.

    • The Entomology of Radiation Disinfestation of Grain

      • 1st Edition
      • September 11, 2013
      • P. B. Cornwell
      • English
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      The Entomology of Radiation Disinfestation of Grain presents how the irradiation process can fit into the handling techniques of that industry with a minimum of disturbance of normal procedures. The book presents papers on the susceptibility of the grain and rice weevils, Sitophilus granarius (L.) and Sitophilus zeamais to gamma radiation; the susceptibility of laboratory and wild strains of the grain weevil Sitophilus granarius to Gamma Radiation; and the influence of temperature upon the radiation susceptibility of Sitophilus granaries. The text also includes papers on the effects of continuous and fractionated doses of gamma radiation on the survival and fertility of Sitophilus granarius; the effect of culture environment on the susceptibility of Sitophilus granarius to gamma radiation; and the control of weevil populations with sterilizing and substerilizing doses of gamma radiation. The effect of rearing medium on the susceptibility of Tribolium confusum Duv. and sitophilus granarius to gamma radiation; and the susceptibility of the confused flour beetle, the rust-red flour beetle, the saw-toothed grain beetle, and of Australian strains of Sitophilus and Tribolium species to gamma radiation are also considered. Entomologists will find the book useful.

    • Research in Protozoology

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2013
      • Tze-Tuan Chen
      • English
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      Research in Protozoology is the third book in a four-volume series on protozoological research. Like the previous two, this volume covers the cytology, parasitology, fibrillar systems, and genetics of protozoans. This volume explores the immunological aspects of infections caused by protozoans, identifies the organisms that live in and on protozoans, and describes the pathogenic and metabolic pathway of protozon infections. It also discusses the protozoan fibrillar system and the macronucleus of ciliates. This book will be of interest to persons dealing with studies on the genetics aspects, cytology and parasitology of protozoans.

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