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Medical genetics
Hardback. Focuses on the status of Ca2+ ions in regulation of phototransduction, light adaptation and the recovery phase in vertebrate photoreceptors. This book emphasises on Ca2+-binding proteins and their targets, among them particulate guanylate cyclases, GPCR-coupled kinases and cyclic nucleotide-gated cation channels. Editor(s): Baehr, Wolfgang; Palczewski, Krzysztof. Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 653 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAK; PSAN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1555.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 653
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306474156
- ISBN
- 9780306474156
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.23
€ 246.23
Hardback. Summarizes the knowledge on the molecular bases for human inherited diseases associated with unstable mutations. Five chapters describe molecular mechanisms that destabilize normal regions of DNA and explain how repetitive elements cause such diseases. This book provides an objective account on various aspects and types of unstable mutations. Editor(s): Timchenko, Lubov T. Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. Num Pages: 131 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MJN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 13. Weight in Grams: 1060.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 131
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306474170
- ISBN
- 9780306474170
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.48
€ 126.48
Hardback. Collects articles on the biology of hematopoietic stem cells during embryonic development, reporting on fly, fish, avian and mammalian models. This book offers a comparative overview of hematopoietic stem cell generation in the different classes, emphasizing conserved trends in development. It reviews knowledge on human hematopoietic development. Editor(s): Godin, Isabelle; Cumano, Ana. Series: Medical Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 178 pages, 7 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFG; MFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1000.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 178
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306478727
- ISBN
- 9780306478727
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.67
€ 189.67
Hardback. Offers a summary of various aspects relating to the biogenesis and functional dynamics of the major organelles operating in the eukaryotic cell. This book begins by placing the study of organelle biogenesis in a historical perspective. Reviews of protein and lipid mediators important for organelle biogenesis are then presented. Series: Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit. Num Pages: 181 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 1000.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 181
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306479908
- ISBN
- 9780306479908
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.67
€ 189.67
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
€ 197.52
€ 197.52
Hardback. During our short time on earth, we all undergo the highly complex process of aging, and with it, we experience the many physiological symptoms. Studies of premature aging have produced a deal of information that gives some aspects of aging a better understanding. This book explores Werner's syndrome. Num Pages: 156 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 451.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 156
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306482335
- ISBN
- 9780306482335
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.61
€ 122.61
Hardback. Part of the "Studies in Biology, Economy and Society" series, this book looks at Sir Francis Galton, a grandson of Erasmus Darwin. In his twenties he won fame as an explorer, writing "The Art of Travel". In 1883, he coined the word eugenics by which he meant "good in birth" and "noble in heredity", Editor(s): Keynes, Milo. Series: Studies in Biology, Economy & Society. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; BG; MFN; PDX; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 465.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333546956
- ISBN
- 9780333546956
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.30
€ 186.30
Hardback. Exploring the issues raised by genetic counselling across cultures, this text explores the meaning and relevance of kinship and ethnicity in the context of genetic disease and cultural issues that have arisen in practice, and the wider social and political context of genetics and genetic disease. Editor(s): Clarke, Angus; Parsons, Evelyn. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JHBK; JHMC; MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 220 x 148 x 22. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333647028
- ISBN
- 9780333647028
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.02
€ 123.02
Risk, Age and Pregnancy: A Case Study of Prenatal Genetic Screening an...
Heyman, Bob, Henriksen, Mette
Hardcover. This volume provides an in-depth case study of the operation of a prenatal genetic screening and testing system. The methodology integrates observational, qualitative interview and survey data. The perspectives of pregnant women, hospital doctors and midwives are explored in depth. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBNC; MBP; MFN; MJTF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333739402
- ISBN
- 9780333739402
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Hardcover. The purpose of this book is to provide genetic counselors with varying levels of experience and expertise. It is the first book to specifically address genetic counseling, as opposed to general healthcare risk management. Num Pages: 152 pages, 17 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 17. Weight in Grams: 406. Risk Management Issues in Genetic Counseling. 170 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. The purpose of this book is to provide genetic counselors with varying levels of experience and expertise. It is the first book to specifically address genetic counseling, as opposed to general healthcare risk management. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MFN. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 17. Weight: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2008th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387721743
- ISBN
- 9780387721743
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.63
€ 125.63
Hardback. Focuses on the seminal studies and various developments that have shaped systematic and biogeographic thinking. This book traces concepts in homology and classification through the provision of an anthology of scientific writings from Goethe, Agassiz, Owen, Naef, Zangerl and Nelson, among others. Num Pages: 310 pages, 83 black & white illustrations, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAJ; PSF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387727288
- ISBN
- 9780387727288
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 240.87
€ 240.87
Hardback. Knowledge of recoding is essential for understanding the organization and expression of genes in viruses and all organisms. This volume details specific recoding examples to assist the reader with understanding the mechanisms and the mRNA signals. Editor(s): Atkins, John F.; Gesteland, Raymond F. Series: Nucleic Acids and Molecular Biology. Num Pages: 466 pages, 93 black & white illustrations, 63 colour illustrations, 12 black & white tables, biograp. BIC Classification: MFN; PSB; PSF; PSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 977.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387893815
- ISBN
- 9780387893815
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.54
€ 242.54
Hardback. Cell Therapy offers a discussion of facility design operation issues, complete with practical approaches. This facility-focused resource also includes in-depth reviews of quality, supply management, regulation frameworks and professional standards Editor(s): Gee, Adrian P. Num Pages: 256 pages, 18 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MJZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387895833
- ISBN
- 9780387895833
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 240.35
€ 240.35
The Massachusetts General Hospital Guide to Clinical Cancer Genetics. ...
. Ed(S): Chung, Daniel C.; Haber, Daniel A.
Hardback. This text reviews current knowledge in the genetics of many hereditary cancers. It offers practical guidelines for the use of genetic testing, cancer screening and surveillance, and prophylactic surgery. It also discusses promising targeted therapeutic agents. Editor(s): Chung, Daniel C.; Haber, Daniel A. Num Pages: 227 pages, 38 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MJCL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 20. Weight in Grams: 928.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 227
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387938448
- ISBN
- 9780387938448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.17
€ 189.17
Hardback. This book investigates some of the ethical, legal and social challenges raised by research biobanking. It presents a comprehensive look at the issue of biobanking in an analogical approach and clarifies the institutional nature of research biobanks. Editor(s): Solbakk, Jan Helge; Holm, Dr. Soren; Hofmann, Bjorn. Num Pages: 375 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBDC; MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 375
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387938714
- ISBN
- 9780387938714
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.18
€ 246.18
Hardback. Focuses on the structure and function of human chromosomes. This book is strengthened by the complete revision of material on the molecular genetics of chromosomes and chromosomal defects. It is useful for students, practising physicians, laboratory technicians, and researchers. Num Pages: 501 pages, 21 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAK; PSF; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1294.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 4th ed. 2001
- Number of pages
- 501
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387950310
- ISBN
- 9780387950310
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 149.17
€ 149.17
Paperback. Explains the fundamental principles vital to an understanding of the human genome, gene regulation and expression, and genetic engineering. This book applies these principles to the diagnosis and treatment of human disease in infectious diseases, inherited genetic diseases, the immune system and blood cells, cancer, and public health. Num Pages: 153 pages, 112 black & white illustrations, 19 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MMF; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 153
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387953724
- ISBN
- 9780387953724
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.22
€ 123.22
Molecular Analysis and Genome Discovery, Second Edition is a completely revised and updated new edition of this successful book. The text provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the fast moving field of molecular based diagnostics of disease markers. Editor(s): Rapley, Ralph; Harbron, Stuart. Num Pages: 316 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFN; MMG; PSD; TCBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 173 x 20. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470758779
- ISBN
- 9780470758779
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 150.12
€ 150.12
Hardcover. Genomics and Proteomics Engineering in Medicine and Biology highlights current applications of biomedical informatics, as well as advancements in genomics-proteomics areas. Structures and algorithms are used to analyze genomic data and develop computational solutions for pathological understanding. Editor(s): Akay, Metin. Series: IEEE Press Series on Biomedical Engineering. Num Pages: 298 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAK; TCBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471631811
- ISBN
- 9780471631811
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 172.63
€ 172.63
Paperback. It presents information on treatment: genetic counseling, pharmacotherapy, intervention, and gene therapy. Editor(s): Hagerman, Randi Jenssen; Hagerman, Paul J. Num Pages: 552 pages, 50, 29 black & white halftones, 21 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: MFN; MJCG1; MJN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 3 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801868443
- ISBN
- 9780801868443
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.79
€ 75.79
Paperback. The Perfect Baby is the most popular introduction to ethical issues in genetics. This new edition has been updated to discuss and debate advances in high tech reproduction, genetic testing, gene therapy, human cloning, and stem cell research. It includes a new epilogue by cloning pioneer Ian Wilmut and Glenn McGee. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JF; MBDC; MFK; MFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780847697595
- ISBN
- 9780847697595
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.59
€ 35.59
Paperback. Editor(s): Parsons, E.; Clarke, A. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JHBK; JHBS; JHM; MFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349258840
- ISBN
- 9781349258840
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.37
€ 122.37
Paperback. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JHBC; MFN; MJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349409372
- ISBN
- 9781349409372
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.54
€ 63.54
Paperback. The book examines the social and cultural context of new genetic knowledge associated with breast cancer. It looks at how this knowledge and technologies are used and received in two contrasting social arenas - cancer genetic clinics and a breast cancer research charity. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHB; MBS; MFN; MJCL; PSAD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349547548
- ISBN
- 9781349547548
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.34
€ 63.34