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Biomedical Materials Drug Delivery, Implants, and Tissue

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Neenan, Thomas / Valentini, Robert F. / Marcolongo, Michele, PUBLISHER: Materials Research Society, The continual growth and increasing sophistication of biomaterials industries has been driven in large part by advances in the basic sciences of the materials involved. Indeed, advances in understanding biological systems at the molecular level have quickly been exploited by materials scientists to develop more sophisticated approaches to therapeutics and diagnostics. The interdisciplinarity and breadth of the biomaterials field necessitates the close cooperation of scientists in many different fields, including materials science, chemistry, biology, engineering and medicine. This volume brings together researchers in many of these converging fields to report on recent advances and to stimulate further discussion and research in these vital areas of discovery and development.

Active Implants and Scaffolds for Tissue Regeneration

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zilberman Meital, PUBLISHER: Springer, NA

Nurse's Clinical Guide: Dosage Calculations

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Erickson, Belle / Todd, Catherine M. / Erickson, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, This guide covers drug labels and the latest drug delivery methods, such as fentanyl patches and needleless injections. Also included is a review of dimensional analysis. In addition, nurses find a refresher of math and basic dosage principles, considerations for special-needs patients, and practice exercises. Contents include a review of mathematics; systems of drug measurements; the administration process; calculating enteral drug dosages; calculating parenteral drug dosages; solutions, ointments, and patches; other considerations; appendices; references; index.

Tissue Engineering, Stem Cells and Gene Therapies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Elcin, Y. Murat / Elc'in, Y. Murat / Elgin, Y. Murat, PUBLISHER: Springer, In recent years cell-based technologies have gained significant scientific attention, and have become a matter of intense public debate as well. Namely, (i) tissue engineering, the construction of tissues and whole organs using molecularly-designed resorbable biomaterials to create new tissue de novo with or without transplanting cells; (ii) the potential use of human embryonic stem cells for transplantation and regenerative medicine (with similar potential for adult-derived stem cells); (iii) and gene therapy, in relation with cell transplantation, have taken their places as the most discussed biomedical issues of the day. New findings in biomimetic materials, cell signalling pathways, extracellular matrix receptors and ligands, growth factors, and the human genome project are motivating the developments in these challenging research areas. This book includes manuscripts on tissue engineering, stem cells and gene therapies authored by world-renowned scientists of the field. The first section of the volume consists of four chapters giving perspectives for the current status and potential future of tissue engineering and stem cell technologies. The second section of the volume includes five chapters based on experimental and clinical data. In this section, the role of stem cells in liver tissue engineering, cell-based therapies in diabetes mellitus, and chronic degenerative diseases of the central nervous system, and adult-derived stem cell therapies are discussed. The two chapters of the third section focus on the biomarkers for tissue-engineered products, namely for tissue-engineered skin. The eight chapters of the fourth section discuss novel biomaterials developed for neural-, vascular-, aortic-, bone-, cartilage- and endocrine pancreas-tissue engineering applications. The last section of the book includes chapters on practical gene targeting applications, controlled release in gene therapy and tissue engineering, antibodies in cancer, acute-phase genes and phage-displayed peptide libraries. Proceedings of BIOMED a" The 9th International Symposium on Biomedical Science and Technology, held September , in Antalya, Turkey.

Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Smith, William Fortune, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, This text, an expanded and rearranged version of Principles of Materials Science and Engineering, 2/e, is appropriate for a first course in materials science and engineering for engineering students.

Drug Facts and Comparisons: Pocket Version

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Facts & Comparisons, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Drug Facts and Comparisons: Pocket Version is the ideal resource for the drug information you need at the point of care. Abridged from Drug Facts and Comparisons, this handy pocket version allows you to confirm critical drug information immediately, in a quick-reference format. Pocket DFC features the most commonly used drugs, conveniently addressing topics that demand attention. Features include: Rx and OTC drugs; similar products listed together in tables for easy comparison; more than brand name and 600 generic drugs; dozens of convenient charts; and more than 300 monographs.

Drug Interaction Facts& #;: Published by Facts and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tatro, David S. / Published by Facts and Comparisons, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, This comprehensive reference includes clinically significant drug interactions as well as interactions that are suspected but unsubstantiated. Every monograph includes a concise synopsis of the onset, severity and documentation of the drug interaction. The comprehensive index permits rapid screening for potential interactions by class, generic drug or trade name. All information has been thoroughly reviewed and evaluated by an interdisciplinary panel of experts.

Selecting Educational Equipment and Materials for School and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: -, PUBLISHER: Assn for Childhood Education Intl, In its fourth revision, this publication considers budget constraints, increased child care demands, the "back to basics" movement in education, mainstreaming, multicultural education, and high technology when identifying criteria for selection and use of quality materials to meet the growing/learning needs of children. Focuses on materials for infants through adolescents.

Mosby's Handbook of Drug-Herb and Drug-Supplement

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Health Gate Data Corporation / Harness, Richard / Bratman, Stven, PUBLISHER: Mosby, With an increasing number of patients combining herbal treatments with prescribed medications, reliable information on herb/supplement and pharmaceutical interactions is much needed. This portable reference is organized alphabetically by drug name and features an entry for each drug-herb/drug-supplement combination that has a proven interaction. Each entry is rated on a scale of 1 to 4 to show the severity of the interaction and includes information on related drugs, an interaction summary, a discussion of the interaction, management suggestions, and references. In addition to the core material, there are also several helpful appendices on interactions by herb or supplement, nutrient depletions, and drug-herb add-on depressant interactions.

Ion Beam Synthesis and Processing of Advanced Materials:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moss, S. C. / Heinig, K-H / Poker, D. B., PUBLISHER: Materials Research Society, The nonequilibrium processes associated with ion-solid interactions offer a great potential to synthesize and modify advanced materials. Recent progress in ion-beam synthesis and processing has allowed the development of advanced materials with properties designed and tailored specifically for their applications. The progress is assisted by an improved understanding of basic physics and chemistry. The design and interpretation of experimental work is supported by modeling and predictive simulations, both from the atomistic and the nonequilibrium thermodynamics viewpoints. This volume focuses on those properties of advanced materials that are uniquely suited to modification and improvement by ion beans, for example, electrical, optical, magnetic and structural properties, surface hardness, and nanofabrication.

Materials Production in Open and Distance Learning

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lockwood, Fred, PUBLISHER: Paul Chapman Publishing, The process of materials production in open and distance learning is seen both as a daunting prospect and as an exciting opportunity. This book is intended to dispel some of the apprehension and yet temper some of the enthusiasm. The chapters are grouped into three accepted stages of materials production - planning, production and presentation - with each chapter having an underlying theme: the desire to produce materials of the highest academic and technical quality that are also the most effective teaching materials for its learners. The authors, many with national and international reputations, focus on those facets of open and distance learning which reflect current thinking, research and practice. This book will provide educators and trainers with insight into materials production and with an essential foundation upon which to build their own work.

A Brief Atlas of the Human Body

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hutchinson, Matt / Mallatt, Jon / Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, PUBLISHER: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company, This full-color atlas is packaged with every new copy of the text, and includes 107 bone and 47 cadaver photographs with easy-to-read labels. This edition of the atlas contains a comprehensive histology photomicrograph section featuring over 50 slides of basic tissue and organ systems. Featuring photos taken by renowned biomedical photographer Ralph Hutchings, this high-quality photographic atlas makes an excellent resource for the classroom and laboratory, and is referenced in appropriate figure legends throughout the text. Acquista Ora

Materials Issues and Modelling for Device Nanofabrication,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: NA, PUBLISHER: Materials Research Society, NA

Practical Drug Enforcement, Second Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lyman, Michael D. / Lyman, Lyman D., PUBLISHER: CRC Press, Practical Drug Enforcement, Second Edition offers an incisive look at the technical methods required to conduct successful drug investigations. It explores specific enforcement problems, such as marijuana cultivation, clandestine laboratories, crack houses, booby traps, and raid planning. This second edition has been thoroughly updated, and it discusses contemporary concerns, recent case studies, and new developments in the law.

American Drug Index : Published by Facts and Comparisons

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Billups, Norman F. / Billups, Shirley M. / Facts & Comparisons, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Rigorously updated for , ADI contains more than entries and retains its reputation as the most complete and current listing of drugs and drug products available in a single source. Practical features include: alphabetically listed drug names, extensive cross-indexing phonetic pronunciations, and complete information on the distributor's brand name, composition and strength, pharmaceutical forms available, package size, use, common abbreviations, and a listing of orphan drugs. The electronic version contains an audio pronunciation feature and color photographs of more than 900 pills.

Drug Facts and Comparisons : Published by Facts and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Facts & Comparisons, PUBLISHER: Facts and Comparisons, Drug Facts and Comparisons contains up-to-date, comprehensive information on over Rx and almost OTC items grouped by therapeutic category for ease of comparison. The annual hardbound edition features the Color Locator, a full-color section of photos of the most frequently prescribed tablets and capsules organized by color for easy visual identification. The book answers questions about action, indications and contraindications; warnings and precautions; interactions between drugs; adverse reactions; administration, dosage, and overdosage, patient information. Comparisons are provided: Of drug to drug; of different dosage forms; name brands are compared to name brands and to generics. Facts and Comparisons are also given on Centers for Disease Control biologicals and antiparasitic drugs; IV solutions; therapeutic and diagnostic ophthalmic preparations; diagnostic aids and radiographic contrast media and products, NCI investigational chemotherapeutic drugs; combination cancer chemotherapy regimens.

The Search for Rational Drug Control

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zimring, Franklin E. / Hawkins, Gordon, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This book presents a comprehensive examination of the drug control policy process in the United States. How are policy choices identified, debated and selected? How are the consequences of governmental policy measured and evaluated? How, if at all, do we learn from our mistakes? Zimring and Hawkins present different ways of understanding American drug policy and provide a foundation for an improved policy process. They argue that protection of children and youth should shape policy toward illicit crime, with attention to the fact that youth protection objectives may limit the effectiveness of some drug controls.

Toxic and Hazardous Materials: A Sourcebook and Guide to

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Webster, James K. / Webster, Carol, PUBLISHER: Greenwood Press, "Libraries with large environmental collections will want this unique introduction to a multidisciplinary and popular topic. It includes more than sources of information: reference books, periodicals, reports, proceedings, databases, libraries, associations, research centers, and audiovisual materials." Choice

Peptide-Based Drug Design

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Otvos Jr, Laszlo / Otvos, Laszlo, PUBLISHER: Humana Press, Due to their high specificity and low toxicity profile, peptides have once again become central to the development of new drugs. In Peptide-Based Drug Design: Methods and Protocols, expert researchers provide a handbook which offers a selection of research and production tools suitable for transforming a promising protein fragment or stand-alone native peptide into a pharmaceutically acceptable composition. The volume delves into contemporary, cutting-edge subjects such as hit isolation and target validation, computer-aided design, sequence modifications to satisfy pharmacologists, in vivo stability and imaging, and the actual production of difficult sequences. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biologya" series format, chapters include readily reproducible, step-by-step laboratory protocols, lists of materials, and the Notes section, which highlights tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Comprehensive and up-to-date, Peptide-Based Drug Design: Methods and Protocols shows its subject to be an independent science on the rise, and provides scientists with a clear, concise guide for continuing this vital research. Acquista Ora

Physician Assistant's Drug Handbook

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Springhouse Publishing, PUBLISHER: Springhouse Corporation, This complete guide gives full prescribing data for more than generic and brand name drugs. Includes unlabeled drug uses, highlighted dosage adjustment information, italicized interacting agents, adverse reactions categorized five ways for safety, and a four-way index for quick look-up -- by generic name, trade name, drug class, or disease. Alphabetically organized drug monographs cover generic and trade names; pharmocologic and therapeutic classifications; controlled substance schedule (where appropriate); pregnancy risk category; dosage form; indications, route, and dosage; pharmacodynamics; pharmacokinetics; contraindications and precautions; interactions; effects on diagnostic tests; adverse reactions; overdose and treatment; and special considerations, including patient education and specific instructions for pediatric, geriatric, and breast-feeding patients. Contents include clinical reviewers and consultants, foreword, how to use this book, pharmacology overview, pediatric and geriatric drug therapy, effective prescribing practices, generic drug entries in alphabetical order, a full-color photoguide to more than 320 pills, pharmacologic classes, prescribing authority by state, selected analgesic combination products, topical drugs, immunization schedule, therapeutic drug monitoring guidelines, therapeutic management guidelines, creatinine clearance calculations, pharmaceutical companies listing (drug information contact numbers and Web sites).

Clinician's Pocket Drug Reference

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gomella, Leonard G. / Haist, Steven A. / Gelhot Adams, Aimee, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Companies, QUICK, RELIABLE, AND REVISED ANNUALLY This quick access guide covers more than of the most commonly used medications. Organized alphabetically by generic drug name, each entry includes selected key data such as common uses, contraindications, and common side effects. The manual also provides a list of the medications organized by drug classification.

Handbook of Critical Care Nursing

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moreau, David / Springhouse, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, For each alphabetically organized condition, nurses learn pathophysiology, clinical assessment, the diagnostic tests likely to be ordered, treatment and care (including medical and nursing interventions), prognosis, and discharge planning. Pathophysiology drug charts alert readers to significant drugs and protocols used to treat major body system disorders. Readers will find discussions of ethical problems, current trends, a helpful index, and more. Appendices offer crucial data on common emergency drugs and laboratory values, therapeutic and toxic drug levels, normal hemodynamic variables, and commonly encountered nursing diagnoses.

Webs of Smoke: Smugglers, Warlords, Spies, and the History

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Meyer, Kathryn / Parssinen, Terry M., PUBLISHER: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, This fascinating history of international drug trafficking in the first half of the twentieth century follows the stories of American narcs and gangsters, Japanese spies, Chinese warlords, and soldiers of fortune whose lives revolved around opium. The drug trade centered on China, which was before , the world's largest narcotic market. The authors tell the interlocking stories of the many extraordinary personalities sinister and otherwise involved in narcotics trafficking in Asia, Europe, and the United States. Drawing on a rich store of U.S., British, European, Japanese, and Chinese archives, this unique study will be invaluable for all readers interested in the drug trade and contemporary East Asian history.

Handbook of Biomedical Imaging

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Paragios, Nikos / Duncan, James / Ayache, Nicholas, PUBLISHER: Springer, Biomedical image analysis has become a major aspect of engineering sciences, and radiology in particular has become a dominant player in the field. Recent developments have made it possible to use biomedical imaging to view the human body from an anatomical or physiological perspective in a non-invasive fashion. Computer-aided diagnosis consists of developing algorithms and intelligent software components that can automatically process images and spot potential irregularities in the health chain. The aim of this book is to explain the process of biomedical imaging, from image acquisition to automated diagnosis. This process consists of three thematic areas. The first is dedicated to the acquisition process and the underlying properties of images from a physics-oriented perspective. The second part addresses the dominant state-of-the-art methodologies behind content extraction and interpretation of medical images. The third section presents an application-based example, which develops solutions to address the particular needs of various diagnoses. This complete volume is an exceptional tool for radiologists, research scientists, senior undergraduate and graduate students in health sciences and engineering, and university professors. This book offers a unique guide to the entire chain of biomedical imaging, explaining how image formation is done, and how the most appropriate algorithms are used to address demands and diagnoses.

Connective Tissue

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fingerman, Bob, PUBLISHER: Fantagraphics Books, Video store clerk Darla Vogel is fed up, until one of her customers, a precocious home-schooled kid, offers her some of his meat-tinged candies. Darla takes a plunge down the rabbit hole into a surreal world of throbbing, veinous buildings, compulsory public nudity, weird creatures and more. If William S Burroughs, Lewis Carroll, H.P. Lovecraft and Harvey Kurtzman had a mutant lovechild, it might resemble Bob Fingerman's bold new confection, Connective Tissue. Fingerman, a cartoonist and novelist best known for an acclaimed graphic novel (Beg the Question, a Gen X classic) and an acclaimed prose novel (Bottomfeeder), merges the disciplines in Connective Tissue, a genre-bending and medium-mixing work best described as a fully illustrated novella.

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