Concise Encyclopedia Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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An up-to-date, comprehensive yet compact source of biochemical and molecular biological data containing more than 4,500 entries and over 1,000 figures, formulas and tables. The ideal reference book for the researcher, teacher and student. In the third edition existing entries have been revised and where necessary, entirely re-written. Many new entries on Molecular and Cell Biology have been included. Advances in our knowledge of metabolic pathways have not been ignored. There are also new entries on methods for the determination of macromolecular structure and conformation. Several topics have been reorganized, and certain subjects previously grouped together have now been separated anbd accorded more extensive treatment as separate entries.

Wiley Encyclopedia of Molecular Medicine, Vol. 3

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Wiley Encyclopedia of Molecular Medicine, Vol. 3

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Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology

Manufacturer: Academic Press
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ASIN: 0126213615

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The Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology aims to provide an affordable and ready access to a large variety of microbiological topics within one set of covers. This handy desk-top reference brings together an outstanding collection of work by the top scientists in the field. Covering topics ranging from the basic science of microbiology to the current "hot" topics in the field.

* Provides a broad, easily accessible perspective on a wide range of microbiological topics
* A synthesis of the broadest topics from the comprehensive and multi-volumed Encyclopedia of Microbiology, Second Edition
* Helpful resource in preparing for lectures, writing reports, or drafting grant applications

6 Volume Set, Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine

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6 Volume Set, Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine

Manufacturer: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH
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The most comprehensive, detailed, one-stop reference to molecular biology and molecular medicine today, this six-volume encyclopedia comprises nearly 300 self-contained and clearly written articles on genetic screening, gene therapy, structural biology, and the technology and findings of the Human Genome Project.

Encyclopedia of Hormones, Three-Volume Set

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Encyclopedia of Hormones, Three-Volume Set

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ASIN: 0123411033

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The Encyclopedia of Hormones is a comprehensive reference work on hormones in vertebrate, invertebrate, and plant systems. It covers all aspects of hormones: their chemical structure and biological synthesis; the major physiological systems in which they operate; the cellular and subcellular site of their action; the nature of the signal transduction mechanisms used in the hormone's action; and the biological consequences of an excess or deficiency of the hormone.

Each contributor is an expert in his or her field and has been recruited by one of 14 Associate Editors. The 300 articles that comprise this encyclopedia are arranged alphabetically. Each entry begins with a glossary of key terms that are compiled into a complete glossary for the entire work. Additionally, each entry includes 10-15 recent references to provide the reader with an entry into the scientific literature.

The Encyclopedia of Hormones is sure to be a valuable reference work for students and professional researchers interested in any aspect of the control of biological systems by hormonal signals.

* The only source available with such comprehensive descriptions of hormones, their receptors, and their mechanisms of action
* Full coverage including vertebrate, invertebrate, and plant hormones
* Includes the chemistry, synthesis, secretion, and biological actions of hormones
* Thorough coverage of signal transduction mechanisms as they relate to hormones
* Contributions from over 500 experts in the study of hormones
* Written to be accesssible to non-endocrinologists

Encyclopedia of Medical Genomics and Proteomics 2 vol. set

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Encyclopedia of Medical Genomics and Proteomics 2 vol. set
Jürgen Fuchs , and Maurizio Podda
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The Encyclopedia of Medical Genomics and Proteomics offers trail-blazing studies and authoritative contributions from more than 400 specialists on molecular diagnostics, genomics, microbiology, genetics, pharmacogenetics, pathology, forensics, tissue and cell typing, and disease susceptibility. It features coverage of key methods and technologies such as predictive genetic and pharmacogenetic testing and tissue typing for transplantation. It compiles recommendations, research, spanning critical subjects such as DNA sequencing, point-of-care testing, quality management, oncology, cancer screening, and ethical issues related to genetics.

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Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology

Manufacturer: Blackwell Science
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Useful, if overwhelming, reference.......2005-10-22

As a non-biologist, I have found this vast, square, heavy volume helpful in clarifying many terms encountered in reading in diverse areas related to biology. It is abundantly cross-indexed, which enables the user to explore connections among terms and concepts. It is an excellent supplement for those with an interest in the field. It will not answer all the questions, but it helps.

Encyclopedia of molecular biology the best for me.......1998-09-29

As a molecular biology student I find this book a very good quick reference. It outlines all the major terms and explains them very well. As far as doing reports and assignments is concerned, for me this has got to be the most valuable starting point. It contains excellent diagrams which are easy to understand and follow. I would recommend this even to a non biologist. Naz Bradford

Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology, 4 Volume Set (Wiley Biotechnology Encyclopedias)

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Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology, 4 Volume Set (Wiley Biotechnology Encyclopedias)
Thomas E. Creighton
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The field of molecular biology has revolutionized the study of biology. The applications to medicine are enormous, ranging from diagnostic techniques for disease and genetic disorders, to drugs, to gene therapy. Focusing on the fundamentals of molecular biology and encompassing all aspects of the expression of genetic information, the Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology will become the first point of reference for both newcomers and established professionals in molecular biology needing to learn about any particular aspect of the field.

Encyclopedia of Molecular Cell Biology and Molecular Medicine, 16 Volume Set

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Encyclopedia of Molecular Cell Biology and Molecular Medicine, 16 Volume Set
Robert A. Meyers
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"This series is a classic..."
âMolecular Medicine Today/Trends in Molecular Medicine

The second edition of this highly acclaimed, sixteen-volume Encyclopedia now contains 150 new articles and extended coverage of cell biology. It is thus the most comprehensive and most detailed treatment of molecular biology, cell biology and molecular medicine available today -- designed in collaboration with a founding board of 10 Nobel laureates.

As such, the Encyclopedia provides a single-source library of the molecular basis of life, with a focus on molecular medicine, discussing in detail the latest advances of the post-genomic era.

Each of the approximately 425 articles is written as a self-contained treatment, beginning with an outline and a key word section plus definitions. Peer-reviewed, they are written in a review-like style, complemented by an extensive bipartite bibliography of reviews and books as well as primary papers. A glossary of basic terms completes each volume and defines the most commonly used terms in molecular biology. Together with the introductory illustrations found in each volume, the articles are comprehensible for readers at every level without resorting to a dictionary, textbook, or other reference.

Praise for the first edition:
"...an authoritative reference source of the highest quality. ... It is extremely well written and well illustrated..."
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"This series can be recommended without hesitation to a broad readership including students and qualified researchers...articles...set-up facilitates easy reading and rapid understanding...overwhelming amount of valuable data."
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The index to the second edition of the Encyclopedia, a one-stop working library of the molecular basis of life, disease diagnosis and therapy with a new focus on the integrating cell level. The Encyclopedia is published in 16 volumes containing approximately 425 articles.

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The rise in the production and use of polymers as everyday materials has for the most part been due to advances in polymers synthesis allowing the manufacture of huge range of materials suitable for many different applications. The current and potential applications of ion-containing polymers or ionomers are many and varied. One of the most well-established of these is the use of perfluorinated ionomers as members in chlor-alkali cells. Ionic interactions may also be used to modify the properties of thermoplastics, as in the case of the well-known Surlyn materials which are widely used in packaging applications. Other current applications of ionomers include their use as thermoplastic elastomers blend compatibilizers and fluid additives such as dispersants.
For every existing application, there are a great many potential applications that have yet to be exploited and with the tremendous explosion in ionomer research and applications, the time has arrived for a concise and authoritative account of the field.
This book written by a team of industrial and academic researchers, is directed at polymer scientists and chemical engineers.

Structure and Properties of Ionomers (NATO Science Series C:)

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Structure and Properties of Ionomers (NATO Science Series C:)

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Elimination of orientation in perfluorinated ionomer membranes. : An article from: Polymer Engineering and Science

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Elimination of orientation in perfluorinated ionomer membranes. : An article from: Polymer Engineering and Science
J.A. Elliott , S. Hanna , J.N. Newton , A.M.S. Elliott , and G.E. Cooley
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This digital document is an article from Polymer Engineering and Science, published by Thomson Gale on February 1, 2006. The length of the article is 4646 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: An investigation was performed into the effect of processing on microstructural orientation in the perfluorinated ionomer membrane, Nafion[R] (registered trademark of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company). The aim of the study was to explore methods by which such orientation, determined from the azimuthal width of the small-angle X-ray "cluster" peak, could be reduced or eliminated. The processing consisted of biaxial deformation, both of the commercial membrane and the precursor resin, as well as high-temperature treatment of the Nafion membrane. It was found that membranes produced by film blowing were less oriented than commercial membranes produced by flat-film extrusion of the precursor. Biaxial drawing of commercial membranes at temperatures above the glass-transition temperature of the fluorocarbon matrix ([T.sub.g,m]) resulted in a reduction in orientation. However, even the most isotropic of these samples were significantly more oriented than membranes made by film blowing. Orientation was eliminated from commercial membranes by annealing at temperatures above [T.sub.g,m] for periods in excess of 24 h. POLYM. ENG. SCI., 46:228-234, 2006. [c] 2005 Society of Plastics Engineers

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Title: Elimination of orientation in perfluorinated ionomer membranes.
Author: J.A. Elliott
Publication: Polymer Engineering and Science (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 46 Issue: 2 Page: 228(7)

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