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Pre-clinical medicine: basic sciences
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Pre-clinical medicine: basic sciences
Paperback. With the advent of the Human Genome Project, the new genetics has moved to the cutting edge of science and medicine. The development and use of such genetics will have a profound impact on our understanding of disease and behaviour. Editor(s): Conrad, Peter; Gabe, Jonathan. Series: Sociology of Health and Illness Monographs. Num Pages: 140 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBC; JHM; MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631215998
- ISBN
- 9780631215998
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.63
€ 28.63
Hardback. This is a study of the multi-faceted dimensions of the genetic revolution and its philosophical, ethical, social, and political significance. It brings together the best and most influential contemporary writing about genetics. Editor(s): Burley, Justine; Burley, Justine; Harris, John. Series: Blackwell Companions to Philosophy. Num Pages: 508 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFM; MBDC; MFN; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 266 x 187 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1100.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 508
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631206989
- ISBN
- 9780631206989
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 212.06
€ 212.06
Paperback. Investigates how deCODE Genetics, in Iceland, became one of the wealthiest companies of its kind, as well as one of the most scandalous, with its plan to use the genes and medical records of the entire Icelandic population for scientific research. Num Pages: 343 pages, 7 b/w photographs, 3 line illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: JHM; MBX; MFN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 343
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520247512
- ISBN
- 9780520247512
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 29.44
€ 40.99
€ 29.44
Hardback. In vertebrates, the endocrine system plays a key role in conveying environmental temporal information to changes in physiology. This book reviews the biological basis of pulsatile hormone release, exploring the current state of knowledge of pulsatile hormone secretion in health and disease. Series: Novartis Foundation Symposia. Num Pages: 280 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: MFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 564.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471999188
- ISBN
- 9780471999188
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.42
€ 204.42
Hardback. Population Genetics of Multiple Loci F.B. Christiansen University of Aarhus, Denmark "This is a very beautiful and powerful study of an area that Christiansen has dominated for many years. " - Marcus Feldman, Stanford University, USA Population genetics thrives on the constant interaction between theoretical and empirical knowledge. Series: Wiley Series in Mathematical & Computational Biology. Num Pages: 380 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 187 x 28. Weight in Grams: 882.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 380
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471979791
- ISBN
- 9780471979791
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 330.56
€ 330.56
Hardcover. This book will discuss the mechanisms and current thinking of how nutritional status influences the way we respond to chemical insults and its role in the aetiology of disease. It will take a mechanistic approach to how dietary factors are related to toxicology and chemical carcinogenesis. Editor(s): Ioannides, Costas. Series: Current Toxicology. Num Pages: 398 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MFG; MMGT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 28. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 398
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471974536
- ISBN
- 9780471974536
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 345.84
€ 345.84
Hardcover. This book summarises the current state of the art of our understanding of the problem of non-communicable diseases and their primary prevention. Editor(s): Shetty, Prakash S.; McPherson, Klim. Num Pages: 318 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MFG; MJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471971337
- ISBN
- 9780471971337
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 303.80
€ 303.80
Hardcover. Considered an extremely promising area of biomedical research, gene therapy has the potential to treat diseases both inherited and acquired (e.g. , cystic fibrosis and cancer), and may eventually complement or replace conventional drug therapy. Editor(s): Meager, Anthony. Num Pages: 438 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: LNTH; MFN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 29. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471967095
- ISBN
- 9780471967095
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 357.32
€ 357.32
Hardcover. This book provides a scientific rationale on managing pregnancies complicated by diabetes and offers recommendations on which clinical practice can be based. It discusses all aspects of basic science and health care. Editor(s): Dornhorst, Anne; Hadden, David R. Series: Practical Diabetes. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFKC; MJGD; MJTF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 786.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471962045
- ISBN
- 9780471962045
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 297.42
€ 297.42
Hardcover. Focusing on the impact of the cytokine network on the humoral immune response, this volume explores the evolving field of cytokine-based medical therapeutics. Following an introduction to B lymphocyte biology, a detailed review of the major B cell cytokines is provided. Editor(s): Snapper, Clifford M. Num Pages: 456 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MFCC; MJCM; MMZ; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 162 x 31. Weight in Grams: 814.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471959533
- ISBN
- 9780471959533
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 507.67
€ 507.67
Paperback. Written for anyone who wishes to understand more about the scientific basis of athletic training and performance. Biochemistry, nutrition, physiology and psychology are all included. Intended to help sports science students, especially those who do not have a strong background in science. Num Pages: 462 pages, illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: MFGV; MMS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 25. Weight in Grams: 654.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 462
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471943143
- ISBN
- 9780471943143
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 161.09
€ 161.09
Hardcover. As with all biotechnologies in the midst of rapid growth, nutrigenomics faces ethical, legal, and social implications that are likely to affect the public and the medical community. This title identifies and examines the anticipated risks and expected benefits of nutrigenomics from an ethical perspective. Num Pages: 164 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MFN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 164
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471770008
- ISBN
- 9780471770008
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 110.12
€ 110.12
Hardcover. Electromyography presents a clear, comprehensive, complete overview of Electromyography. It provides the basic physiological and engineering concepts necessary to properly detect, understand, process and interpret EMG signals using non--invasive electrodes. Editor(s): Merletti, Roberto; Parker, Philip. Series: IEEE Press Series on Biomedical Engineering. Num Pages: 520 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 259 x 185 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1116.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471675808
- ISBN
- 9780471675808
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.42
€ 204.42
Hardcover. This book explores and discusses some of the most important topics in post-genomics life and biopharmaceutical sciences such as pharmacogenomics, chemical genomics, chemical biology, structural genomics, drug discovery, biophysics and bioengineering with various chapters contributed by experts in respective fields. Num Pages: 536 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFN; MMG; PSAK; TDCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 32. Weight in Grams: 940.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471672005
- ISBN
- 9780471672005
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 214.61
€ 214.61
Hardcover. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), characterized by progressive chronic airflow obstruction, is the most common respiratory disorder of adults in the developed world and is the fourth main cause of death in the US. COPD has received little attention compared with other respiratory diseases such as asthma and lung cancer. Series: Novartis Foundation Symposia. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFGC; MJL; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471494379
- ISBN
- 9780471494379
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.04
€ 198.04
Hardcover. Brings together a cross-fertilization of ideas between human molecular genetics, develeopmental biology, tissue biology and the biochemistry of cell signalling pathways, in order to create new insights into the mechanisms of normal and abnormal skeletogenesis. Series: Novartis Foundation Symposia. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFC; MNS; PSD; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471494331
- ISBN
- 9780471494331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.42
€ 204.42
Hardcover. Skeletal Muscle Mechanics: From Mechanisms to Function summarises the variety of approaches used by todaya s scientist to understand muscle function and the mechanisms of contraction. This book contains research by leading scientists from numerous fields using many different scientific techniques. Editor(s): Herzog, W. Num Pages: 572 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFC; MFG; MJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 37. Weight in Grams: 972.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 572
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471492382
- ISBN
- 9780471492382
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 404.46
€ 404.46
Hardcover. Although normally thought of as a sex hormone, recent research has highlighted the numerous and significant effects that oestrogen has on the central nervous system. It has been shown that oestrogen acts as a neural growth factor with important influences on the survival, plasticity, regeneration, and aging of the mammalian forebrain. Series: Novartis Foundation Symposia. Num Pages: 292 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFG; MJG; MJN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 164 x 19. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471492030
- ISBN
- 9780471492030
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.42
€ 204.42
Paperback. This manual presents functional neuroanatomy and a thorough understanding of the function of the central nervous system. Its takes a problem and exercise-based approach to the material, including dissections, radiological material, histology, clinical cases and experimental data. Num Pages: 592 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFC; MJN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 212 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1354.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471444374
- ISBN
- 9780471444374
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 141.99
€ 141.99
Paperback. Presents techniques for initiation, propagation, and characterization of established cell lines. This book includes a listing of vendors for equipment and other cell culture products. It also discusses drug treatment, selection, differentiation, assays for malignant cells, risks, and applications. Editor(s): Pfragner, Roswitha; Freshney, R. Ian. Series: Culture of Specialized Cells S. Num Pages: 452 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: MBGL; MFCC; MJCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 178 x 22. Weight in Grams: 793.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 452
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471438533
- ISBN
- 9780471438533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 218.43
€ 218.43
Paperback. This book is a succinct, accessible, "tutorial" approach to exploring flow cytometry and its applications for the interested novice or non-specialist. This updated book touches on basic principles of instrumentation, analysis, and research, as well as diagnostic applications in biology and medicine. Num Pages: 296 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: MFCC; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Wiley-Liss
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471382249
- ISBN
- 9780471382249
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.75
€ 103.75
Hardcover. This comprehensive reference provides a pictorial and descriptive account of approximately 200 chromosomal aneuploidy syndromes. It focuses exclusively on clinical syndromes due to chromosomal abnormalities. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFKC; MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 842.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471372172
- ISBN
- 9780471372172
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 218.43
€ 218.43
Hardcover. This volume presents a complete reference on the roles of cytokines in reproduction. Each chapter focuses on a different primary sex organ (testes, ovaries), stage of pregnancy (preterm, early pregnancy), or disease (endometriois, cancer). Editor(s): Hill, J.A. Num Pages: 342 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFK; MJCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 23. Weight in Grams: 642.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471352426
- ISBN
- 9780471352426
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.82
€ 238.82
Hardcover. Aims to integrate physical laws and principles with concepts of fractals, chaos, and randomness. This book describes both the large scale, smooth aspects of locomotion and the more minute, randomized mechanisms of this physiological process. It is useful for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and instructors in medicine, and biology. Num Pages: 456 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFGV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 187 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1008.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471346197
- ISBN
- 9780471346197
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 218.43
€ 218.43