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Hardback. This, the first book to narrate what is a complex and inspiring history, traces the development of Brazil's AIDS treatment policies during the country's tumultuous path to democracy, as its government redefined access to health care as a basic right. Num Pages: 209 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSB; MBX; MJCJ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 209
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387096179
- ISBN
- 9780387096179
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.90
€ 122.90
Hardback. This volume explores the latest findings in the area of genetic susceptibility to gastrointestinal cancers, focusing on molecular epidemiology, DNA repair, and gene-environment interactions to identify factors that affect the incidence of GI cancers. Editor(s): Potter, John D.; Lindor, Noralane M. Series: Cancer Genetics. Num Pages: 309 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJCL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1390.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 309
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387095677
- ISBN
- 9780387095677
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.23
€ 192.23
Hardback. This is not only a history of an intriguing and dramatic endemic disease, it is a history of colonial power in 19th-century British India as seen through the lens of British medical and legal encounters with leprosy and its sufferers in south India. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKA; HBTQ; HBTR; MJCJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 493.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333926222
- ISBN
- 9780333926222
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.61
€ 122.61
Hardcover. Preceded by Bone tumors / Howard D. Dorfman, Bogdan Czerniak. c1998. Num Pages: 1520 pages, Approx. 1200 illustrations (1200 in full color). BIC Classification: MJCL; MJE. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 281 x 222. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Elsevier
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780323023962
- ISBN
- 9780323023962
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 448.98
€ 448.98
Paperback. This text looks at how economics, politics, gender, and other factors have influenced the science behind breast cancer research, spurred the growth of a breast cancer industry, generated media portrayals of women with the disease, and influenced women's experiences with breast cancer. Editor(s): Kasper, Anne S.; Ferguson, Susan J. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFH; MJCL; VFDW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 513.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- St Martin's Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780312294519
- ISBN
- 9780312294519
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.93
€ 64.93
Hardback. Chlamydia pneumoniae is a bacteria that is most commonly known for causing colds and pneumonia. However, researchers have found a link between C pneumoniae and atherosclerosis, a clogging of the arteries that causes heart attack and stroke. Part of the "Infectious Agents and Pathogenesis" series, this is a portrait of C pneumoniae. Editor(s): Friedman, Herman; Yamamoto, Yoshimasa; Bendinelli, Mauro. Series: Infectious Agents and Pathogenesis. Num Pages: 286 pages, 60 black & white illustrations, 26 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MB; MJCJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 667.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306484872
- ISBN
- 9780306484872
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 273.35
€ 273.35
Hardback. Asia has become the battle ground for the war against HIV/AIDS. This book provides information on the diagnosis, treatment, care, prevention and impact of AIDS. It is intended for the public health professionals and researchers working in this field. Editor(s): Yichen, Lu; Essex, Max. Series: Developments in Cardiovascular Medicine. Num Pages: 594 pages, 54 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; JFFH2; MBN; MJCJ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1317.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 594
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306484834
- ISBN
- 9780306484834
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.68
€ 191.68
Hardback. Bringing together leading experts, this book explores the hottest topics of concern to clinicians caring for children with infections and research scientists working with infectious disease, immunology, microbiology and public health. Editor(s): Pollard, Andrew J.; McCracken, George H.; Finn, Adam. Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCJ; MJCM; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 845.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306483448
- ISBN
- 9780306483448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.40
€ 189.40
Hardback. Aimed at researchers and students in areas of neurobiological profile, this book summarizes the biological and chemical data of signal molecules of the brain neuroendocrine immune system, mainly proline-rich peptides (PRPs). It also describes the role of PRPs for the protection of neurons against neurodegenerative disturbances and diseases. Num Pages: 188 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1330.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306483370
- ISBN
- 9780306483370
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.23
€ 128.23
Hardback. We know that 'higher' immune responses are actually underpinned by an elegantly hewn system of innate immune surveillance. Discovered first by developmental biologists, again by immunologists, and even by sociologists, Toll receptors have revolutionized our understanding of innate immunology. Series: Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 218 pages, 70 black & white illustrations, 6 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MJCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 18. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306482373
- ISBN
- 9780306482373
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.56
€ 187.56
Hardback. In most peroxisomal disorders, the nervous system is severely affected which explains the clinical and community burden they represent. This book focuses on the mutations causing these inherited illnesses, and also on mechanisms that regulate, suppress or enhance expression of genes and their products (enzymes). Editor(s): Roels, Frank; Baes, Myriam (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium); Bie, Sylvia De (University of Ghent, Belgium). Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 429 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MJCG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 2330.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 429
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306481741
- ISBN
- 9780306481741
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.16
€ 197.16
Hardback. Autoimmune diseases are diverse and responsible for considerable morbidity. Gene therapy offers the possibility of long-term, continuous delivery of a wide variety of immunosuppressive, anti-inflammatory, or tolerance-inducing agents. This book reviews research in gene therapy for autoimmune diseases with viral or non-viral vectors. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 149 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MJCM1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 393.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 149
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306479915
- ISBN
- 9780306479915
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.21
€ 186.21
Hardback. Covers various aspects of MALT lymphomas, from the molecular biology, the aetiology and the pathology, to the possible therapeutic approaches. This book is written by a team of international experts and is useful for oncologists, haematologists, gastroenterologists, pathologists and the other physicians and researchers involved in cancer. Editor(s): Zucca, Emanuele; Bertoni, Francesco. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 141 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 141
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306479861
- ISBN
- 9780306479861
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.11
€ 125.11
Hardback. Presents a collection of transport-associated diseases. Each chapter focuses on a particular disease and describes the role of the transporter under physiologic conditions. This title includes short summaries on the physiological role of the transporters, structure, and pathophysiology. Editor(s): Broer, Stefan; Wagner, Carsten A. Num Pages: 390 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 30. Weight in Grams: 2190.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 390
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478833
- ISBN
- 9780306478833
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.01
€ 205.01
Hardback. Communicates both the background and the understanding of the type 1 diabetes, which will certainly be central to elucidating the etiology of autoimmunity, and in particular of organ specific autoimmunity. This book covers immunogenetics, immunopathogenesis, epidemiology, disease prediction and clinical application of knowledge. Editor(s): Eisenbarth, George S. Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 335 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCM; MJGD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1990.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- 2
- Number of pages
- 335
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478710
- ISBN
- 9780306478710
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.50
€ 203.50
Hardback. Provides comprehensive information on fibrogenesis, which is not limited to any specific organ. Individual chapters present mechanisms of fibrotic diseases involving lung, liver, kidney, heart, blood vessels, and more. The relevance and significance of inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, transcriptional factors, and others are explained. Editor(s): Razzaque, Mohammed S. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 563.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478611
- ISBN
- 9780306478611
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.93
€ 186.93
Hardback. Reviews the status of Chagas' disease research. This book outlines how progress is made on several fronts ranging from parasite population genetics to human immunology. It is of interest to researchers, physicians and students with an interest in molecular parasitology. Editor(s): Kelly, John M. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 170 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCJ; MJCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 940.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478499
- ISBN
- 9780306478499
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.37
€ 189.37
Hardback. Provides a comprehensive analysis of implications of DNA methylation on cancer diagnosis and cancer therapy. This volume focuses on cancer therapy by dissecting the basic principles of DNA methylation in cancer from molecular mechanisms to clinical trials. It is useful for oncologists, researchers, clinicians, and graduate students. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 254 pages, 67 black & white illustrations, 2 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MJCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 603.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478482
- ISBN
- 9780306478482
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.86
€ 187.86
Hardback. Provides information on the various established roles carbohydrate play in the immune system and how the innate and adaptive immune systems respond to this type of microbial antigens. This book contains annotated summaries of the key basic and practical information on carbohydrate immunology from literature. Editor(s): Wong, Simon (Edward Jenner Institute for Vaccine Research, Compton, Berks., UK); Arsequell, Gemma (Unit of Glycoconjugate Chemistry, IIQAB-CSIC, Barcelona, Spain). Series: Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 332 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 159 x 26. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Edition
- annotated ed
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478444
- ISBN
- 9780306478444
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 272.75
€ 272.75
Hardback. Covers the field of B7-Cd28 Family Molecules, from structural biology and biochemical signalling to immunological functions and their potential applications in the treatment of human diseases. This is a useful handbook and reference for immunologists, health professionals as well as medical students and graduate students in life science field. Editor(s): Chen, Lieping (Mayo Medical School, Rochester, Maine, USA). Series: Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 150 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJCM; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 880.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 150
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478420
- ISBN
- 9780306478420
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.19
€ 189.19