Reflecting a rich technical and interdisciplinary exchange of ideas, this collection focuses on the properties of water and its interaction with life. The book examines the arguments of Lawrence J. Henderson and other scholars on the "fitness" of water for life as part of the physical and chemical properties of nature considered as a foundational environment within which life has emerged and evolved. Highly esteemed researchers from multidisciplinary fields develop a variety of approaches that help to illuminate ways in which to address deeper questions with respect to the nature of the universe and our place within it.
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A comprehensive overview of new postharvest technologies, this book examines the physical, chemical, and nutritional changes that occur during the ripening process. The text focuses on how to maintain both sensorial and nutritional fruit quality parameters as well as how to extend shelf life. The authors present a wide range of technological applications for postharvest strategies, including heat treatments, naturally-occurring compounds, modified atmosphere packaging, non-toxic chemical compounds, and active packaging. The text also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using cold temperatures during handling, packaging, and storage.
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Nutrition
Fruit & Vegetables
Food Packaging
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With more than 1300 figures, line drawings, and photographs, Atlas of Immunology clearly demonstrates that a picture is worth a thousand words. Each entry in this third edition has been revised to reflect recent advances in scientific knowledge based on current research. A new chapter, Immunophenotyping of Hematopoietic Malignancies, has been added and the History of Immunology chapter has been expanded, detailing pivotal research developments. The contents of the book range from photographs of field pioneers to illustrations of molecular structures of recently characterized cytokines, major histocompatibility complex molecules, immunoglobins, and molecules of related interest.
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Allergology & Clinical Immunology
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Edited by renowned protein scientist and bestselling author Roger Lundblad, with the assistance of Fiona Macdonald of CRC Press, this volume represents a dramatic revision — the first in two decades — of one of biochemistry's most referenced works. Presented in a simple-to-use format, this popular reference allows quick access to the most frequently used data on proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates. Covering a wide range of topics, from classical biochemistry to proteomics and genomics, it also details the properties of commonly used biochemicals, laboratory solvents, and reagents.
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Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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Site-specific drug delivery and targeting has attracted much research interest from both academia and industry, but because of the wide array of challenges faced in the development of these systems, only a very few targeted therapies have made it to clinics. Bringing together key research, this volume summarizes current progress with a focus on the novel ideas that are being explored to overcome these challenges. This forward-looking volume includes an in-depth review of various aspects of these drug delivery approaches as well as a detailed discussion of a few case studies in each category.
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Pharmacology
Drug Design & Development
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In recent years, there has been increased understanding of the mechanisms involved in the transport of metal ions into and out of target cells, particularly epithelial cells. In addition, there have been significant advancements in the roles of certain metal ions in the conformational changes and function of cellular proteins. This volume explains the role of key biologically relevant divalent metal ions involved in the molecular and cellular biology of various target cell populations. Although it primarily focuses on homeostatic metals such as nickel, zinc, and chromium, the text also discusses a few environmentally relevant toxic divalent cations, including mercury, cadmium, and arsenic.
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Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Toxicology
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The second edition of this landmark volume continues the tradition of providing an extensive compilation of published aqueous solubility data for a wide variety of organic nonelectrolytes and unionized weak electrolytes. It adds 2000 new solubility values, bringing the total count to over 18,000 data points for more than 4000 organic compounds. It includes data for pharmaceuticals, pollutants, nutrients, herbicides, pesticides, and agricultural, industrial, and energy-related compounds. Each compound is identified by a sequential number along with molecular formula, compound name, synonyms, molecular weight, CASR number, melting point, and boiling point if available.
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Biochemistry
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Organic Chemistry
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Drawing on contributions from plant physiologists and researchers in various other disciplines, this book presents the current status of knowledge on the physiology of the pea crop. It first discusses vegetative and reproductive development, growth under non-limiting conditions, and the nitrogen nutrition of the pea crop. It then explores the effects of the abiotic and biotic stresses on the development as well as the growth and nitrogen uptake by the plant. The book concludes with a global model of the functioning of the pea crop, which is proposed as a tool for the diagnosis of the yield-limiting factors.
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Illustrating a wide range of practical applications, GIS in Hospital and Healthcare Emergency Management explains how hospitals and healthcare facilities can improve their emergency management and disaster preparedness through the use of GIS. The text aims to raise the level of understanding of the role of GIS in emergency management planning among hospital healthcare emergency managers, risk managers, decision-makers, and regulating and accrediting organizations. The author covers spatial aspects of planning, preparedness, response, and recovery. A CD-ROM with color images, useful forms, exercises, and additional resources is also included.
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Health & Safety
Critical Security
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The ever-increasing interest in oceanography and marine biology and its relevance to global environmental issues creates a demand for authoritative reviews summarizing the results of recent research. This annual reference has catered to this demand for more than 40 years. It considers basic areas of marine research, covers subjects of special and topical importance, and addresses new areas as they arise. This volume features papers on ecosystem-based management of marine macroalgae; the ecology and management of temperate mangroves; the biology of vestimentiferan tubeworms; precious coral exploitation; and the historical reconstruction of human-induced changes in U.S. estuaries.
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