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Anatomy Physiology and Health Education (Paperback): Rahul, Phate Anatomy Physiology and Health Education (Paperback)
Rahul, Phate
R223 Discovery Miles 2 230 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Integrated Physiology and Pathophysiology (Paperback): Julian L Seifter, Elisa Walsh, David E Sloane Integrated Physiology and Pathophysiology (Paperback)
Julian L Seifter, Elisa Walsh, David E Sloane
R1,839 Discovery Miles 18 390 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Edited by physiology instructors who are also active clinicians, Integrated Physiology and Pathophysiology is a one-stop guide to key information you need for early clinical and medical training and practice. This unique, integrated textbook unites these two essential disciplines and focuses on the most relevant aspects for clinical application. A concise, review-like format, tables and diagrams, spaced repetition for effective learning, and self-assessment features help you gain and retain a firm understanding of basic physiology and pathophysiology. Integrated Physiology and Pathophysiology works equally well as a great starting point in your studies and as a review for boards. Shares the knowledge and expertise of an outstanding editorial team consisting of two practicing clinicians who also teach physiology and pathophysiology at Harvard Medical School, plus a top Harvard medical student. Provides an integrated approach to physiology and pathophysiology in a concise, bulleted format. Chapters are short and focus on clinically relevant, foundational concepts in clear, simple language. Employs focused repetition of key points, helping you quickly recall core concepts such as pressure-flow-resistance relationships, ion gradients and action potentials, and mass balance. You'll revisit these concepts in a variety of meaningful clinical contexts in different chapters; this "spaced learning" method of reinforcement promotes deeper and more flexible understanding and application. Includes Fast Facts boxes that emphasize take-home messages or definitions. Contains Integration boxes that link physiology and pathophysiology to pharmacology, genetics, and other related sciences. Presents clinical cases and with signs and symptoms, history, and laboratory data that bring pathophysiology to life. Features end-of-chapter board-type questions, complete with clear explanations of the answers, to help prepare you for standardized exams. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual - Making Connections, Main Version (Loose-leaf, 2nd ed.): Catharine Whiting Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual - Making Connections, Main Version (Loose-leaf, 2nd ed.)
Catharine Whiting
R3,270 Discovery Miles 32 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Case Files Physiology, Second Edition (Paperback, 2nd edition): Eugene Toy, Norman Weisbrodt, William Dubinsky, Roger... Case Files Physiology, Second Edition (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Eugene Toy, Norman Weisbrodt, William Dubinsky, Roger O'Neil, Edgar Walters, …
R1,425 Discovery Miles 14 250 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. REAL LIFE CLINICAL CASES FOR THE COURSE EXAMS AND USMLE STEP 1 "This extremely useful book reinforces the relationship between basic science and clinical medicine for students. It will help them either review or learn basic physiology as it applies to medicine, which should strengthen their diagnostic and therapeutic skills. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service You need exposure to clinical cases to pass course exams and ace the USMLE Step 1. Case Files: Physiology presents 50 real-life clinical cases illustrating essential concepts in microbiology. Each case includes and easy-to-understand discussion correlated to key basic science concepts, definitions of key terms, physiology pearls, and USMLE-style review questions. This interactive system helps you learn instead of memorize. 50 clinical cases, each with USMLE-style questions Clinical pearls highlighting key physiology concepts Primer on how to approach clinical problems and think like a doctor Proven learning system based on award-winning research boosts your shelf exam score

The Acupuncturist's Guide to Conventional Medicine, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): Clare Stephenson The Acupuncturist's Guide to Conventional Medicine, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
Clare Stephenson
R2,557 Discovery Miles 25 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Offering a systematic comparative approach to Western and Eastern medicine, this unique textbook enables students and practitioners of Chinese medicine to develop a core understanding of conventional medical language and treatments. Acupuncture practitioners increasingly find themselves working alongside Western healthcare professionals. Now in its second edition, this book is a guide to conventional medical diagnoses, symptoms and treatments, and using examples drawn from the author's experience and knowledge of TCM it encourages reflection on how these diagnoses may be interpreted from a more holistic medical perspective. It includes introductory sections on physiology, pathology and pharmacology, chapters devoted to the physiological systems of the body and the conventional approach to the treatment of diseases that can affect them, and information on dealing with patients in practice. Accompanying online material, including self-testing questions and answers and checklists for revision, is available for those wishing to use the text for systematic study.

Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition): Lusha Xiang, Robert L Hester Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Lusha Xiang, Robert L Hester; Series edited by D. Neil Granger, Ph.D., Joey P. Granger, Ph.D.
R1,520 Discovery Miles 15 200 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Exercise is the act of increasing metabolic rate for the purpose of enhancing physical fitness. Exercise can be one of the most stressful physiological responses that the body undertakes. With exercise, there are increases in metabolic rate, heart rate, blood flow (hyperemia), respiration, and heat production. The increased metabolic requirement during exercise is well met by an increased blood flow (functional hyperemia) and oxygen supply to the exercising tissue, which is regulated by multiple local and systemic mechanisms. The local mechanisms (factors) are responsible for mediating the muscle homeostasis and vascular conductance to match the increased metabolic requirement, whereas the systemic mechanisms are responsible for the maintenance of blood pressure and global cardiovascular homeostasis, including the increase in and redistribution of cardiac output, which is mainly mediated by sympathetic activation. For instance, the substantial decreases in vascular resistance and resultant large increase in blood flow during exercise require higher blood pressure and more cardiac output, such that the metabolically active muscle can be perfused with adequate blood flow. This book will provide an overview of the cardiovascular responses to exercise under physiological conditions as well as some pathological circumstances.

Textbook of Practical Physiology for Dental Students (Paperback): G.K. Pal, P. Pal Textbook of Practical Physiology for Dental Students (Paperback)
G.K. Pal, P. Pal
R556 Discovery Miles 5 560 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Fetal Pig Version (Paperback, 13th edition): Elaine Marieb, Lori Smith Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Fetal Pig Version (Paperback, 13th edition)
Elaine Marieb, Lori Smith
R4,044 Discovery Miles 40 440 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

For the two-semester A&P laboratory course. Help manage time and improve learning inside and outside of the lab The #1 best-selling Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual helps students and instructors manage time inside and outside of the A&P lab classroom and works hand-in-hand with Mastering A&P, the leading online homework and learning program for A&P. The 13th Edition features dozens of new, full-color figures and photos in the review sheets, as well as revamped clinical application questions and critical thinking questions that reinforce the most important concepts from lab. Encourage students to prepare for lab by assigning recommended Mastering A&P activities for each lab exercise, including 18 pre-lab videos (8 are new to this edition), Building Vocabulary Coaching Activities, exercise review sheet assessment questions, art labeling activities, mobile-ready Practice Anatomy Lab (TM) 3.1 with customizable flashcards, and more. Thousands of assignment options in the Item Library are closely correlated with the print edition of the manual, making it easier than ever to create homework assignments that are aligned with your lab activities. Continuing to set the standard for the 2-semester A&P laboratory course, the lab manual complies with the illustration and presentation style of the best-selling Marieb/Hoehn Human Anatomy & Physiology text, but can accompany any A&P textbook. New customization options are available through Pearson Collections, as well as three conventional versions: Main (12th Edition), Cat (13th Edition), and Fetal Pig (13th Edition). Also available with Mastering A&P Mastering (TM) is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools developed to engage students and emulate the office-hour experience, Mastering personalizes learning and improves results for each student. Mastering A&P assignments support interactive features in the lab manual, including pre-lab video coaching activities, bone, muscle, and dissection videos, Dynamic Study Modules, Get Ready for A&P, plus a variety of Art Labeling Questions, Clinical Application Questions, and more. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; Mastering A&P does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with Mastering A&P, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and Mastering A&P, search for: 0134767322 / 9780134767321 Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Fetal Pig Version Plus MasteringA&P with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package, 13/e 0134763246 / 9780134763248 MasteringA&P with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manuals 0134806360 / 9780134806365 Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab Manual, Fetal Pig Version

Human Growth and Development (Paperback, 3rd edition): Noel Cameron, Lawrence Schell Human Growth and Development (Paperback, 3rd edition)
Noel Cameron, Lawrence Schell
R2,815 Discovery Miles 28 150 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Human Growth and Development, Third Edition provides a comprehensive volume covering the biology of human growth and the genetic, endocrine, environmental, nutritional, and socio-economic factors that contribute towards its full expression. Human Growth and Development continues to be a valuable resource for researchers, professors and graduate students across the interdisciplinary area of human development. For the new edition, updates are made to all fourteen of the "core chapters" of the book which form the essential reading for a comprehensive understanding of human growth and development. Additionally, new special topics are covered including the interpretation of recently found sub-adult fossils that expand our understanding of the evolution of human growth and a discussion of the early pattern of growth and development as the developmental origins of risk for non-communicable diseases of adulthood. Human Growth and Development, Third Edition includes contributions from the well-known experts in the field and is the most reputable, comprehensive resource available.

The Naked Woman - A Study of the Female Body (Paperback): Desmond Morris The Naked Woman - A Study of the Female Body (Paperback)
Desmond Morris
R630 R519 Discovery Miles 5 190 Save R111 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Internationally bestselling author and world-famous human behaviorist Desmond Morris turns his attention to the female form, taking the reader on a guided tour of the female body from head to toe. Highlighting the evolutionary functions of various physiological traits, Morris's study explores the various forms of enhancement and constraint that human societies have developed in the quest for the perfect female form. This is very much vintage Desmond Morris, delivered in his trademark voice: direct, clear, focused, and communicating what is often complex detail in simple language. In THE NAKED WOMAN, Desmond builds on his unrivalled experience as an observer of the human animal while tackling one of his most fascinating and challenging subjects to date.

Schaum's Outline of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Paperback, 4th edition): Kent Van De Graaff, R. Rhees, Sidney Palmer Schaum's Outline of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Paperback, 4th edition)
Kent Van De Graaff, R. Rhees, Sidney Palmer
R1,044 R838 Discovery Miles 8 380 Save R206 (20%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Tough Test Questions? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time?

Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's. This all-in-one-package includes more than 1,400 fully solved problems, examples, and practice exercises to sharpen your problem-solving skills. Plus, you will have access to 20 detailed videos featuring Science instructors who explain the most commonly tested concepts--it's just like having your own virtual tutor You'll find everything you need to build confidence, skills, and knowledge for the highest score possible.

More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presents all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, solved problems, and practice exercises to test your skills.

This Schaum's Outline gives you 1,470 fully solved problems Clear, concise explanations of all human anatomy and physiology concepts A complete review of the human body's cellular chemistry and structure, tissues, systems, immunity, and reproduction process

"Fully compatible with your classroom text, Schaum's highlights all the important facts you need to know. Use Schaum's to shorten your study time-and get your best test scores "

Human Aging - From Cellular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Strategies (Paperback): Calogero Caruso, Giuseppina Candore Human Aging - From Cellular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Strategies (Paperback)
Calogero Caruso, Giuseppina Candore
R3,694 Discovery Miles 36 940 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Human Aging: From Cellular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Strategies offers an exhaustive picture of all the biological aspects of human aging by describing the key mechanisms associated with human aging and covering events that could disrupt the normal course of aging. Each chapter includes a summary of the salient points covered, along with futures prospects. The book provides readers with the information they need to gain or deepen the skills needed to evaluate the mechanisms of aging and age-related diseases and to monitor the effectiveness of therapies aimed at slowing aging. The book encourages PhD and Postdoc students, researchers, health professionals and others interested in the biology of aging to explore the fascinating and challenging questions about why and how we age as well as what can and cannot be done about it.

Ross & Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology (Spiral bound): Anne Muller Ross & Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology (Spiral bound)
Anne Muller; Revised by Louis Honore
R713 R666 Discovery Miles 6 660 Save R47 (7%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Ross & Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology is an exciting new resource which offers over 250 anatomical entries carefully selected for their biological importance and/or clinical relevance. Each piece of carefully crafted artwork is accompanied by helpful summary notes describing key aspects of the relevant anatomy, physiology and clinical application to aid readers with their understanding of the human body. The volume also comes with a helpful online self-assessment program which presents a range of interactive exercises designed to stimulate critical thinking and information recall. Perfect for learning and consolidating knowledge while 'on the go', Ross & Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, paramedical science, operating department practice, complementary therapy and massage therapy, as well as trainee Health Care Assistants and those studying A' level or BTEC (or equivalent) human biology. Summarizes essential facts from the world's favourite human biology textbook! Presents over 250 key anatomical structures together with 'quick reference' revision notes regarding their structure, function and clinical relevance Straightforward language and user-friendly approach provides a useful, up-to-date aide-memoire in a helpful, easy-to-carry format Helpful website provides a range of self-assessment exercises on anatomy and physiology to help consolidate learning

Springer Handbook of Odor (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Andrea Buttner Springer Handbook of Odor (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Andrea Buttner
R8,377 R7,045 Discovery Miles 70 450 Save R1,332 (16%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Springer Handbook of Odor is the definitive guide to all aspects related to the study of smell and their impact on human life. For the first time, this handbook aligns the senso-chemo-analytical characterization of everyday smells encountered by mankind, with the elucidation of perceptual, hedonic, behavioral and physiological responses of humans to such odors. From birth onwards we learn to interact with our environment using our sense of smell. Moreover, evolutionary processes have engendered a multi-faceted communication that is supported - even dominated - by olfaction. This compilation examines the responses of humans to odors at different stages of life, thereby building a foundation for a widely overseen area of research with broader ramifications for human life. The expert international authors and editor align aspects, concepts, methodologies and perspectives from a broad range of different disciplines related to the science of smell. These include chemistry, physiology, psychology, material sciences, technology but also disciplines related to linguistics, culture, art and design. This handbook, edited by an internationally renowned aroma scientist with the support of an outstanding team of over 60 authors, is an authoritative reference for researchers in the field of odors both in academia and in industry and is also a useful reference for newcomers to the area.

Reciprocal Translation Between Pathophysiology and Practice in Health and Disease (Paperback): Peter B. Soeters, Peter W. De... Reciprocal Translation Between Pathophysiology and Practice in Health and Disease (Paperback)
Peter B. Soeters, Peter W. De Leeuw
R3,113 Discovery Miles 31 130 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Reciprocal Translation Between Pathophysiology and Practice in Health and Disease brings a novel perspective, closing the knowledge gap between normal/abnormal physiology. Chapters describe the basic mechanisms underlying a disease or trauma-related response, describe consequences in practice, and provide insights on how to use information to better understand disease outcomes. Other sections explore how these responses are beneficial and driven by similar hormones and inflammatory immune cell derived modulators. This is a must-have resource for those seeking an authoritative and comprehensive understanding on how to treat the basic mechanisms underlying disease or trauma-related responses. With contributions from Petronella L.M. Reijven.

What's My Pee Telling Me? (Hardcover): Josh Richman, Anish Sheth What's My Pee Telling Me? (Hardcover)
Josh Richman, Anish Sheth
R271 R225 Discovery Miles 2 250 Save R46 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What goes in must come out. It's that simple. But what does it all mean? Therein lies the mystery and the key to your health and happiness. In this entertaining and fact-filled guide, the authors of the best-selling What's Your Poo Telling You? expand their probing inquiry into the workings of the human body to reveal the secrets and splendors of farts and pee, as well as more about their inevitable companion, poo. In the shocking and informative final section, the authors explode a variety of popular myths about the gastrointestinal tract. After reading this book, you'll never think of your bodily functions in the same way again!

Color Atlas of Pathophysiology (Paperback, 3rd Edition): Stefan Silbernagl, Florian Lang Color Atlas of Pathophysiology (Paperback, 3rd Edition)
Stefan Silbernagl, Florian Lang
R1,277 R1,124 Discovery Miles 11 240 Save R153 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Understanding pathophysiology is the first step toward clinical medicine. This book presents the most important mechanisms of how disease develops in nearly 200 vivid color plates accompanied by clear text. Every double page, with text on the left and pictures on the right, gives a rapid and complete overview of its topic. The contents are organized systematically and a color-coded thumb index makes it easy to navigate through the book. Where necessary for clarity, the basics of physiology are explained again. Numerous clinical references illustrate the links between theory and practice. The pocket atlas has been fully revised and updated for the third edition. It now includes detailed information about malaria, energy metabolism, eating disorders, and obesity. Color Atlas of Pathophysiology is the ideal supplement to Color Atlas of Physiology!

Free Radicals in Medicine (Hardcover): Terrance L. Smith Free Radicals in Medicine (Hardcover)
Terrance L. Smith
R2,715 R2,292 Discovery Miles 22 920 Save R423 (16%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The role of reactive oxygen species and other free radicals in normal and disease processes has become a major area of interest in the medical scientific community. In the past 30 years, this area of study has advanced from outright rejection, to general acceptance, to intense study. While there is still some dispute as to the exact role of these highly reactive molecules in pathology, it is clear that they are present in and influence many biological processes. This book provides an overview of the possible biological effects of reactive oxygen species and other free radicals with an emphasis on pathology. The various types of free radicals that may affect the body are discussed along with the potential sources of free radicals, both internal and external to the body. The extensive defenses the body raises against the effects of these molecules in the form of enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants is reviewed. A variety of conditions in which free radicals have been proposed to play a role are discussed. These include the physiological effects of oxygen stress in aging, exercise, and pregnancy. Pathologic conditions discussed include cancer, liver cirrhosis, respiratory problems, and others.

Keynes & Aidley's Nerve and Muscle (Hardcover, 5th Revised edition): Christopher L-.H. Huang Keynes & Aidley's Nerve and Muscle (Hardcover, 5th Revised edition)
Christopher L-.H. Huang
R2,651 Discovery Miles 26 510 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This well-established and acclaimed textbook introducing the rapidly growing field of nerve and muscle function has been completely revised and updated. Written with undergraduate students in mind, it begins with the fundamental principles demonstrated by the pioneering electrophysiological experiments on cell excitability. This leads to more challenging material recounting recent discoveries from applying modern biochemical, genetic, physiological and biophysical, experimental and mathematical analysis. The resulting interdisciplinary approach conveys a unified contemporary understanding of nerve and skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle function at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Emphasis on important strategic experiments throughout clarifies the basis for our current scientific views, highlights the excitement and challenge of biomedical discovery, and suggests directions for future advances. These fundamental ideas are then translated into discussions of related disease conditions and their clinical management. Now including colour illustrations, it is an invaluable text for students of physiology, neuroscience, cell biology and biophysics.

Introduction to Deep Learning and Neural Networks with Python (TM) - A Practical Guide (Paperback): Ahmed Fawzy Gad, Fatima... Introduction to Deep Learning and Neural Networks with Python (TM) - A Practical Guide (Paperback)
Ahmed Fawzy Gad, Fatima Ezzahra Jarmouni
R3,174 Discovery Miles 31 740 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Introduction to Deep Learning and Neural Networks with Python (TM): A Practical Guide is an intensive step-by-step guide for neuroscientists to fully understand, practice, and build neural networks. Providing math and Python (TM) code examples to clarify neural network calculations, by book's end readers will fully understand how neural networks work starting from the simplest model Y=X and building from scratch. Details and explanations are provided on how a generic gradient descent algorithm works based on mathematical and Python (TM) examples, teaching you how to use the gradient descent algorithm to manually perform all calculations in both the forward and backward passes of training a neural network.

Neurocognitive Mechanisms of Attention - Computational Models, Physiology, and Disease States (Paperback): Golnaz Baghdadi,... Neurocognitive Mechanisms of Attention - Computational Models, Physiology, and Disease States (Paperback)
Golnaz Baghdadi, Farzad Towhidkhah, Mojdeh Rajabi
R3,192 Discovery Miles 31 920 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Neurocognitive Mechanisms of Attention: Computational Models, Physiology, and Disease States describes the brain mechanisms underlying the attention control system, how those mechanisms are examined, how they operate in different disease states, and methods for improving them. Conceptual models of attention further explore their functional operation. Coverage includes the different types of attention, processing paths, brain anatomy, and attention's role in memory and movement. Factors affecting attention are explored including nutrition, exercise, and genetics. Neurocognitive disorders impacting attention are discussed including autism, ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. Assessment methods and treatments are uniquely set against the backdrop of current conceptual, computational, and oscillatory-based models to encourage researchers to pursue continued development of new diagnostic and therapeutic tools.

Nursery All About Me (Paperback): Sally Johnson Nursery All About Me (Paperback)
Sally Johnson
R108 Discovery Miles 1 080 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Nursery All About is a series of activity books that uses familiar, cross-curricular themes to reinforce children's early skills and conceptual understanding. All About Me covers: parts of the body, using the senses, favourite things, looking after yourself.

Walter B. Cannon, Science and Society (Hardcover): Elin L. Wolfe, A. Clifford Barger, Saul Benison Walter B. Cannon, Science and Society (Hardcover)
Elin L. Wolfe, A. Clifford Barger, Saul Benison
R865 Discovery Miles 8 650 Ships in 7 - 13 working days

This second volume completes the story begun in "Walter B. Cannon: The Life and Times of a Young Scientist" (Harvard University Press, 1987), tracing the middle and late years of one of America's most distinguished medical scientists.

It resumes during World War II with Cannon's battlefield work on traumatic shock in England and France, and follows him to Harvard Medical School as he investigated the workings of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system, reaffirmed his emergency theory of the sympathico-adrenal system, and developed his now-famous concept of homeostasis and pioneer contributions to the newly emerging field of neuro-endocrinology. This volume also recounts Cannon's work with society on a broader scale, including defending the practice of animal experimentation, the rescue of European medical emigres fleeing the Nazis and Fascists, and providing medical aid to the Spanish Loyalists and to China. Moreover, as a senior statesman of science, Cannon helped guide policies and programs that shaped the future of medical research, practice, and education.

Novartis Found Symposium 291 - The Biology of Extracellular Molecular Chaperones (Hardcover): Novartis Founda Novartis Found Symposium 291 - The Biology of Extracellular Molecular Chaperones (Hardcover)
Novartis Founda
R4,396 R3,496 Discovery Miles 34 960 Save R900 (20%) Ships in 7 - 13 working days

Novartis Foundation Symposium 291

The Biology of Extracellular Molecular Chaperones
Chair: Peter Csermely

The heat shock, or cell stress, response was first identified in the polytene chromosomes of "Drosophila," This was later related to the appearance of novel proteins within stressed cells, and the key signal stimulating this appearance was identified as the presence of unfolded proteins within the cell. It is now known that this is a key mechanism enabling cells to survive a multitude of physical, chemical and biological stresses.

Since the promulgation of the 'molecular chaperone' concept as a general cellular function to control the process of correct protein folding, a large number of molecular chaperones and protein folding catalysts have been identified, and it has been recognized that not all molecular chaperones are stress proteins and vice versa. The discovery of molecular chaperones as folding proteins went hand-in-hand with their recognition as potent immunogens in microbial infection. It was subsequently shown that administration of molecular chaperones such as Hsp60, Hsp70 or Hsp90 could inhibit experimental autoimmune diseases and cancer.

More recently evidence has accumulated to show that certain molecular chaperones are also present on the surface of cells or in extracellular fluids. A new paradigm is emerging: at least some molecular chaperones are secreted proteins with pro- or anti-inflammatory actions, regulating the immune response in human diseases such as coronary heart disease, diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. In addition to having direct effects on cells, molecular chaperones can bind peptides and present them to T cells to modulateimmune responses. This may be significant in the treatment of cancer.

This book brings researchers together to review and discuss: our current knowledge of cell stress response and molecular chaperones the changing paradigms of protein trafficking and function cell stress proteins as immunomodulators and pro- and anti-inflammatory signalling molecules the role of these proteins in various chronic diseases and their potential as preventative or therapeutic agents.

"The Biology of Extracellular Molecular Chaperones" will be of particular interest to immunologists, cell and molecular biologists, microbiologists and virologists, as well as clinical researchers working in cardiology, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases.

Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Made Easy (Paperback): Anup Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Made Easy (Paperback)
Anup
R753 R668 Discovery Miles 6 680 Save R85 (11%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Learn basics about how to read a blood gas report. What are the principle components, how they are derived and what is their significance? This includes pH, PaCO2, PCO2, PaO2, PAO2, FiO2, CaO2, A-a gradient, SaO2, HCO3, Pulse oximetry, Carbon-monoxide poisoning, Hyperbaric Chamber. This is section I of the book. Section II of the book is a work book approach where the doctor learns to interpret blood gases from the given report (emphasis is not to use the graph) in a step by step manner. One learns to interpret simple and mixed disorders including Respiratory Acidosis, Metabolic Acidosis, Anion gap and Non Anion Gap Acidosis, Respiratory Alkalosis, Metabolic Alkalosis, Chloride Responsive and Non-Responsive Alkalosis, Mixed Disorders and common mistakes made while interpreting a blood gas report and how to avoid them. Each disorder is separately explained. Section III further challenges the resident with over 200 exercises on blood gases. Section IV is the summary of the book.

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