Biology, life sciences Books
Nova Science Publishers Inc New Research on Biomaterials
Book SynopsisBiomaterials serve as synthetic or natural materials used to replace parts of living systems or to function contact with living tissue. Biomaterials are intended to interface with biological systems to evaluate, treat, augment or replace any tissue, organ or function of the body. A biomaterial is different from a biological material such as bone that is produced by a biological system. Artificial hips, vascular-stents, artificial peacemakers, and catheters are all made from different biomaterials and comprise different medical devices. This book presents new approaches to biomaterial development including multi-field bone remodelling, novel strategies for conferring antibacterial properties to bone cement, polyacrylonitrile-based biomaterials for enzyme immobilisation and functionalised magnetic nanoparticles for tissue engineering.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc New Research on Signal Transduction
Book SynopsisIn many transduction processes, an increasing number of enzymes and other molecules become engaged in the events that proceed from the initial stimulus. In such cases the chain of steps is referred to as a "signalling cascade" or a "second messenger pathway" and often results in a small stimulus eliciting a large response. Hormones and other signalling molecules may exit the sending cell by exocytosis or other means of membrane transport. The sending cell is typically of a specialised type. Its recipients may be of one type or several, as in the case of insulin, which triggers diverse and systemic effects. This book sheds new light in this exciting field of cell transportation research.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Protein Research Progress
Book SynopsisProteins are large organic compounds made of amino acids arranged in a linear chain and joined together by peptide bonds between the carboxyl and amino groups of adjacent amino acid residues. The sequence of amino acids in a protein is defined by a gene and encoded in the genetic code. Although this genetic code specifies 20 ''standard'' amino acids, the residues in a protein are often chemically altered in post-translational modification: either before the protein can function in the cell, or as part of control mechanisms. Proteins can also work together to achieve a particular function, and they often associate to form stable complexes. Like other biological macromolecules such as polysaccharides and nucleic acids, proteins are essential parts of organisms and participate in every process within cells. Many proteins are enzymes that catalyse biochemical reactions, and are vital to metabolism. Proteins also have structural or mechanical functions, such as actin and myosin in muscle, and the proteins in the cytoskeleton, which forms a system of scaffolding that maintains cell shape. Other proteins are important in cell signalling, immune responses, cell adhesion, and the cell cycle. Protein is also a necessary part of animals'' diets, since they cannot synthesise all the amino acids and must obtain essential amino acids from food. Through the process of digestion, animals break down ingested protein into free amino acids that can be used for protein synthesis. This new book presents the latest research in the field.
£149.99
Nova Science Publishers Inc Cell Differentiation Research Developments
Book SynopsisCellular differentiation is a concept from developmental biology describing the process by which cells acquire a ''type''. The morphology of a cell may change dramatically during differentiation, but the genetic material remains the same, with few exceptions. A cell that is able to differentiate into many cell types is known as pluripotent. These cells are called stem cells in animals and meristematic cells in higher plants. A cell that is able to differentiate into all cell types is known as totipotent. In mammals, only the zygote and early embryonic cells are totipotent, while in plants, many differentiated cells can become totipotent with simple laboratory techniques. This new book presents leading-edge research from around the world in this field.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Environmental Microbiology Research Trends
Book SynopsisThis new book presents the latest research in environmental microbiology which is area of interaction that studies the interaction of microorganisms with the environment. It includes the structure, activities and communal behaviour of microbial communities, microbial interactions and interactions with plants, animals and non-living environmental factors, population biology and clonal structure microbes and surfaces, adhesion and biofouling responses to environmental signals and stress factors growth and survival, modelling and theory development, microbial community genetics and evolutionary processes, microbial physiological, metabolic and structural diversity, pollution microbiology, extremophiles and life in extreme and unusual little-explored habitats, primary and secondary production, element cycles and biogeochemical processes and microbially-influenced global changes.
£149.99
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 5
Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book presents and discusses topical data including: the use of complementary and alternative medicine among Chinese Canadians; evidence-based diagnostic test interpretation; angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors for use as antihypertensive agents; membrane protein structure in the vitamin K cycle; the diagnostic value of the visual-vestibular interaction test with rotary chamber in the diagnosis of vertigo; the role of hair in the biological evolution of humans; and others.
£176.24
Nova Science Publishers Inc Computational Biology: New Research
Book SynopsisComputational biology involves the use of techniques including applied mathematics, informatics, statistics, computer science, artificial intelligence, chemistry, and biochemistry to solve biological problems usually on the molecular level. The core principle of these techniques is using computing resources in order to solve problems on scales of magnitude far too great for human discernment. Research in computational biology often overlaps with systems biology. Major research efforts in the field include sequence alignment, gene finding, genome assembly, protein structure alignment, protein structure prediction, prediction of gene expression and protein-protein interactions, and the modeling of evolution.
£129.74
Nova Science Publishers Inc Biological Clocks: Effects on Behavior, Health &
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Nova Science Publishers Inc D-Amino Acids: Practical Methods & Protocols --
Book SynopsisD-Amino acids are stereoisomers or optical isomers of naturally occurring L-amino acids. D Amino acids and L-amino acids have almost the same physical and chemical properties. D-Amino acids have been considered to be unnatural substances that are produced only when we synthesise amino acids in laboratories or factories. Indeed, equal amounts of D-amino acids and L-amino acids (racemic mixture) are produced by chemical synthesis. Until recently, living organisms were thought to contain exclusively L-amino acids. Before the emergence of life, D- and L-amino acids should have existed on the primitive earth, because amino acids are considered to be produced under the conditions of high temperature, high pressure and lightning. It is an interesting and important question why D-amino acids were eliminated and organisms have evolved using only L-amino acids. This mystery has not been solved. D-Amino acids have been considered exceptional amino acids that exist only in prokaryotes and a part of lower organisms. However, the development and improvement of analytical instruments and methods have revealed that D-amino acids are present in organisms far more in the amount and extent than previously considered. It has become clear that D-amino acids are present in invertebrates and vertebrates including humans and that some of D-amino acids have important physiological functions. Biological systems for synthesis and degradation of D-amino acids have also been found. This volume is dedicated to analytical methods for D-Amino Acids in Peptides and Proteins.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Handbook of Chemistry, Biochemistry & Biology:
Book SynopsisThe majority of chapters in this book were written by scientists of N. M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics (IBChPh) of Russian Academy of Sciences. Prof. N. M. Emanuel was one of the founders of biochemical physics -- a part of natural science. This science borders on the line of physics, chemistry and biology with integration of mathematics and with practical applications in medicine and agriculture. The book is devoted to these topics. The time has come to show the scientific community world-wide what Russian scientists have recently done in this area. Six chapters of this volume have information about hydrogels in endovascular embolisation. Special attention devoted to synthesis and properties of spherical particles (SP) of hydrogels and their medico-biological properties, clinical use of SP, radiopaque SP and their preparation and properties, morphological foundation of hydrogels use for vascular occlusion, antitumor agents methotrexate-containing poly(HEMA)-hydrogels and poly(HEMA) with intensified haemostatic activity as a new embolic materials. The volume has very important information about pharmacological premises of the creation of new antitumor preparations of the class of nitrosoalkylurea and investigation of new mechanism of E.coli resistance to alkylation damages induced by NO-donation agent -- a "Quasi-adaptive response". It also includes information about biological activity of different enzymes in process of oxidation in vivo and in vitro, investigation of the properties of lipids in plants and in animals. Some chapters deal with pharmacological criterions for new antitumor drugs, using of Tocopherols as bioantioxidants in vitro and in vivo, creation of new equipment for chemical engineering, investigation of enzyme reactions, thermodegradation and combustion of polymers and polymer composites, formation of char during of combustion, molecular design and reactivity of some chemical compounds, problems of pethrochemistry, preparation and modification of microparticles, investigation of antioxidants in food products, chemistry of rubber and formation of carbon nanostructures. Several chapters include very important information about application of electron spin resonance techniques for investigation of chemical and biochemical reactions.
£232.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 4
Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book presents and discusses data on topics such as: physical and bio-medical quantum mechanical information processing; advances in neurosurgical applications of functional magnetic resonance imaging of the human brain; pharmacological intervention in the management of neck pain disorders; affinity labeling as a tool to explore proteomic ensembles of DNA repair; a new topical ectoparasiticide for the control of fleas and ticks; measuring lipid bilayer thickness; treatment of tunga penetrans parasites; post-operative infectious cervical spine discitis; and others.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine and Biology: Volume 1
Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology research. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum.
£232.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Antioxidants in Biology & Medicine: Essentials,
Book SynopsisThis is a book that takes a unique approach to integrating knowledge in antioxidants from essentials to advances, and from basic research to clinical applications. This book presents scientific information on antioxidants in an organised, cogent, and in-depth manner. The consistent format of writing, the full-colour illustrations, and the comprehensive list of references make the book accessible and engaging. Besides its value as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in life science, ''Antioxidants in Biology and Medicine'' will also be a useful reference for biomedical research scientists, clinicians, and other health professionals.
£219.74
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 16
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 17
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed in this compilation include the effects of hypertension in patients with epistaxis; chronic supportive otitis media in children; the effect of menopausal hormone therapy on breast atrophy; therapeutic targets for Huntington''s Disease; catheter-related infections and mortality from congenital malformations in new-borns and infants.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 18
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed in this compilation include serum ascorbic acid levels in selected surgical diseases; liver transplantation and therapy; background of orthodontic treatment; infectious complications in pregnancy; assessment of child dietary intake and the role of endothelin in regulating neutrophil recruitment to the lungs.
£196.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 19
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in medicine & biology: Volume 21
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 30
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 32
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 31
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 33
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 34
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 35
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£106.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 36
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Nova Science Publishers Inc TRP Channels in Health & Disease: Implications
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 6
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on the future direction and evolution of zinc based biomaterials in dental and skeletal applications; the effects of drugs on verbal fluency in aphasia; a study of psoriasis as a multi-system inflammatory disease; new therapeutic anti-glaucoma medicines; treating OCD using computer-based treatments; a review of breastfeeding versus formula-feeding in adult obesity; monitoring of adverse drug reactions; the relationship of emerging adulthood and substance abuse; promoting nursing accountability in today''s evidence-based healthcare system and developments in influenza vaccines.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 7
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation discusses research on the classification of eczema; an evolutionary analysis of insect carbonic anhydrases; thalidomide in the treatment of liver disease and cirrhosis; the pathology of primary biliary cirrhosis; the therapeutic potential of various stem cells in the treatment of liver cirrhosis; protein synthesis in human leg muscles; and leg muscle responses to stimulation by TASER conducted energy muscles.
£107.99
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 8
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation includes research on cerebral circulation; functional neuroimaging in autism spectrum disorders; current trends in the clinical utility of bone mineral density to assess fracture risk in postmenopausal osteoporosis; epigenetic factors in hereditary breast cancer.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 10
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on: Sleep Deprivation, Acupuncture, Nausea, HIV Prevention, Free Radicals and Vitamin K.
£219.74
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 11
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on birth defects; tissue regeneration and repair; infant mortality; medical information systems design and computerisation; and laparoscopic surgery procedures, advances and risks.
£162.74
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology Research: Volume
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Pompe disease; insulin resistance and its relation to intra-uterine growth retardation; evidence-based medicine research; the therapeutic values of Vitamin E supplements; megalin-mediated endocytosis in renal proximal tubule cells; and biofilm development kinetics.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 46
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include sexual dimorphism in corticosteroid signalling; hepatic encephalopathy; guidelines for the collection and submission of necropsy samples; functions of dietary valine; challenges in vaccination against mastitis and hepatocyte cytotoxic activity and it physiological and pathological relevance.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 48
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 49
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 50
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include growth hormone treatment in children; surgical interventions and acupuncture for low back pain; glycopeptide antibiotic sorption properties; opiod actions on the bulbar respiratory network; mesenchymal stem cells in therapeutic angiogenesis and vasculogenesis; aging physiology; the psychiatric aspects of constipation; and the genetics of COPD.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 51
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include abscisic acid-inducible genes during salinity and drought stress; medical device related infections; the effect of opiates on pregnancy and breastfeeding; using primate models to study vaginal HIV infection; the biosynthesis of ABA in fruits; patellar tendonitis in dancers; and metabolism and health.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Lactobacillus: Classification, Uses & Health
Book SynopsisLactobacillus plantarum is a widespread lactic acid bacterium commonly found in fermented foods as well as in the human gastrointestinal tract. Application of Lactobacillus plantarum and its probiotic properties has been widely used over the past several years. The authors of this book present topical research in the study of the classification, uses and health implications of lactobacillus. Topics include the biochemical and genetic characteristics of L. plantarum; the probiotic potential of different strains of Lactobacillus plantarum; beneficial lactobacilli for improving respiratory defenses; the implementation of lactobacilli in meat applications; environmental applications of lactobacillus; and probiotics in pediatric diarrheal diseases.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 52
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine and Biology: Volume 54
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the effect of aroma massage on constipation in advanced cancer patients; the histamine role in cell migration and matrix remodelling; neuronal histamine circuits as modulators of cognitive processes in the brain; cationic cell penetrating peptides mediating hemodynamic changes through mast cell activation; lipid emulsions for intoxications with membrane stabilising agents; the pathomechanics and management of perilunate dislocations; and robotic arm-assisted orthopaedic knee arthroplasty.
£126.74
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine and Biology. Volume 38
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Penicillin: Biosynthesis, Applications & Adverse
Book SynopsisThis book presents current research in the study of the biosynthesis, applications and adverse effects of penicillin. Topics discussed in this compilation include the molecular modifications of biosynthetic genes for improved production of penicillins and cephalosporins; developments in the separation and recovery of penicillin G using hollow-fiber membrane contractors and the effects of penicillin on clinical tests with special reference to serum albumin measured by a modified BCP method.
£106.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 39
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 40
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include adenoviruses; molecular mechanisms in allergic rhinitis; potential genetic factors in emphysema; magnesium homeostasis; disorders of fibrinogen and the cause and treatment of eclampsia.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 43
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the pathogenesis of paralysis in ALS patients; targeting testosterone pathways in prostate cancer treatment; the role of adrenocorticotropin beyond the glucocorticoid horizon; the aetiology of facial paralysis; therapeutic measures for the prevention of postmenopausal symptoms; characterization of streptococcus pneumoniae by proteomic approaches; fetal magnetic resonance (MRI) images of normal developing brains; development of interstitial cells of cajal in the human digestive tract; and bacterial prophylaxis as an alternative to combat infections.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 44
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Advances in Medicine & Biology: Volume 45
Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the adverse effects on reproduction of corticotropin; the actions of morphine and its related substances on primary-afferent neurons; magnetic resonance spectroscopy of bile in the diagnosis of chronic cholestatic diseases; cold-active enzymes and their potential use in biotechnology; midwifery practice and the classification and differential diagnosis of sclerosing cholangitis.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Medicine Researcher Biographical Sketches &
Book SynopsisThis book compiles biographical sketches of top professionals in the field of medicine, as well as research summaries from a number of different focuses in this important field.
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