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  • Quick Guide to Diabetes Mellitus

    • 2nd Edition
    • William Winter E + 3 more
    • English
    Quick Guide to Diabetes Mellitus, Second Edition provides essential knowledge on the pathophysiology, etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, laboratory evaluation, and basic clinical management of diabetes and its complications targeted to laboratory scientists and technicians. Eleven percent of the U.S. population have been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, and laboratory scientists play an essential role in the diagnosis, monitoring, and management of this disease. This reference presents an easy-to-read question-and-answer format that will provide fundamental knowledge and aid in commonly encountered clinical challenges.This updated release includes new information on genetic and environmental risk factors for type 1 and 2 diabetes, pediatric glucose targets per American Diabetes Association Standards, type 2 diabetes management sections, including treatment guidelines and information on glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists and gastric bypass surgery.

  • Essential Statistics, Regression, and Econometrics

    • 3rd Edition
    • Gary Smith
    • English
    Essential Statistics, Regression, and Econometrics, Third Edition will helps students in introductory statistics courses develop statistical reasoning and critical thinking skills. The book demonstrates the power, elegance, and beauty of statistical reasoning, providing hundreds of new and updated examples and discussing the uses and potential abuses of statistics. Examples are drawn from real, contemporary areas to showcase that statistical reasoning is not an irrelevant abstraction, but instead an important part of everyday life. This updated resource highlights recent, exciting discoveries and provides a thorough foundation for students, instructors, and researchers alike, all of which are approaching the field from different backgrounds.Innovati... in its extended emphasis on statistical reasoning, real data, pitfalls in statistical analysis, the perils of p-hacking and data mining, and modeling issues, including functional forms and causality, the book includes extensive word problems that emphasize intuition, understanding, and practical applications.

  • Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids

    Principles, Methodology, and Applications
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jean Rouquerol + 7 more
    • English
    Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids: Principles, Methodology, and Applications, Third Edition provides a comprehensive treatment of all aspects of adsorption at both the gas/solid interface and the liquid/solid interface, while also covering the application aspects of adsorption. The book gives an introductory review of the various theoretical and practical aspects of adsorption by powders and porous solids with reference to advanced techniques and applications (including separation of industrial gases and pollution control, catalysis, gas storage) involving materials of technological importance. It is primarily written for advanced undergraduates, postgraduates, lecturers, researchers, and practitioners in physical chemistry, materials science, surface science, and chemical engineering.The book's primary aim is to meet the needs of students and non-specialists who are new to surface science or who wish to use the advanced techniques now available for the determination of surface area, pore size and surface characterization. In addition, for this fully updated third edition, a critical account is given of the most recent work on the adsorptive properties of activated carbons, oxides, clays, zeolites, and MOF’s.

  • Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry

    • 4th Edition
    • Kevin Connolly
    • English
    Bridging the gap between basic and clinical science concepts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition offers broad coverage of biochemical principles for students and practitioners of veterinary medicine. The only recent biochemistry book written specifically for the veterinary field, this updated text covers cellular-level concepts related to whole-body physiologic processes in a reader-friendly, approachable manner. Each chapter is written in a succinct and concise style that includes an overview summary section, numerous illustrations for best comprehension of the subject matter, targeted learning objectives, and end of the chapter study questions to assess understanding.With numerous illustrations and both instructor and student companion websites with updated PowerPoint images, lecture slides, and Snapcasts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition, proves useful to students and lecturers from diverse educational backgrounds. Sectional exams and updated case studies extend the breadth and depth of learning resources.

  • The Science of Pharmacology

    • 1st Edition
    • Jahangir Moini + 3 more
    • English
    The Science of Pharmacology offers a detailed and contemporary exploration of medications, delving into the scientific principles behind drug actions and their therapeutic applications. It is an essential resource for students in pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences, providing foundational knowledge on a wide range of topics. The book addresses the effects of drugs on various bodily systems, such as the nervous, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems, and also covers their impact on mental health and behavior. Beyond the core topics, the book also discusses special subjects like herbal medications and drug interactions.It includes valuable teaching materials, including test banks and quizzes, and offers comprehensive insights into toxicological treatments, making it an invaluable tool for both learning and teaching in the field.

  • Delay-Doppler Communications and Sensing

    Principles, Advances, and Applications of OTFS
    • 1st Edition
    • Shuangyang Li + 4 more
    • English
    Delay Doppler Communications and Sensing: Principles, Advances and Applications of OTFS provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles and cutting-edge developments of delay Doppler (DD) communications and sensing with a specific focus on the advances and application of orthogonal time frequency space (OTFS). It highlights the fundamental theory for DD communications and sensing through the Zak transform, and discusses how this classic concept from quantum physics can reshape modern wireless technology. The important aspects of DD communications and sensing are introduced in detail, including transceiver design, performance analysis, and its application. In particular, this book reveals the intrinsic connections between DD domain wireless communication and sensing channels, unveiling the important interplay between communication and sensing functionalities in the DD domain. The book introduces the principles and design of communications and sensing based on the DD signal processing framework as well as delving into advanced aspects, such as DD domain MIMO and DD domain integrated sensing and communications (ISAC). By providing a comprehensive overview of both fundamental principles, cutting-edge research and practical applications, this book gives a deep understanding of the underlying concepts and techniques in Delay Doppler (DD) communications and sensing.With this book the reader will:Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Zak transform and DD domain wireless channelsUnderstand the concept of DD communications, including the popular variants of OTFSLearn implementation details of DD communications and sensingFollow state-of-the-art developments in DD communications and sensingGrasp the insights and physical interpretations of DD communications and sensingHave access to programming codes for OTFS and DD communications and sensing

  • Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory

    From Synergizing Three Realms to Evolution of Next Generation Communications
    • 1st Edition
    • Aryan Kaushik + 1 more
    • English
    Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory: From Synergizing Two Realms to Evolution of Next Generation Communications delivers an in-depth exploration of both foundational concepts and cutting-edge innovations within wireless communications. This authoritative volume presents a seamless blend of theory, practical application, and emerging technologies, specifically tailored for university researchers and industry professionals. Readers will benefit from expert contributions that illuminate topics such as reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and holographic MIMO, addressing the growing needs for higher data rates, robust reliability, and adaptability in the evolving landscape of 5G-Advanced and 6G networks.In addition to its comprehensive technical insights, the book stands out for its thorough coverage of standardization efforts and future research directions, equipping readers to anticipate and respond to technological advancements. The interdisciplinary approach of Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory (ESIT) is highlighted, integrating deterministic electromagnetic wave theory, statistical information theory, and advanced signal processing.

  • Nutrition and Neurotoxicology - Part B

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 16
    • English
    Nutrition and Neurotoxicity, Volume Sixteen-Part B highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including the Effect of toluene on memory: A focus on humans, experimental models and treatment approaches, Neurotoxicological Mechanisms of Ethanol, Neurobehavioral Aspects and Methodology of Solvents, Organic solvents and neurodegenerative diseases: exploring a possible link, Neurotoxicity of propylene ethers.

  • Cannabis

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 5
    • George F. Koob + 3 more
    • English
    Cannabis, Volume Five in the Neurobiology of Addiction series, explores the molecular and cellular systems in the brain that are responsible for both nicotine and marijuana addiction. The book includes thorough descriptions of the physiological effects and behavioral effects of nicotine and marijuana addiction. The authors clearly define the neurobiological effects into three distinct steps: Binge/Intoxication Stage, Withdrawal/Negative Affect Stage, and finally, the Preoccupation/Antici... Stage.

  • Mucins

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 732
    • English
    Mucins, Volume 732 serves as a valuable resource for researchers aiming to investigate mucin biology in greater depth, offering a wide range of experimental approaches and analytical strategies. Topics in this new release cover Enrichment/isolation... glycoproteomics, Mucinase cleavage characterization and usage in glycoproteomics, Fluorescent protein-based FRET substrates for activity screening of mucinases, Development of clinical lectin assays based on MS glycomic discovery, Enzymatic selective sulfation of synthetic mucins, cryoEM, Cell-based mucin arrays and glycoengineering, CRISPR screens to characterize and identify glycan-binding proteins, and much more.Additional sections cover MD Simulations, Interactions with pathogenic bacteria, Interactions with microbiota, Covalent crosslinking of mucins, Liquid Glycan and Liquid Lectin Array-based exploration of musin recognition, Quantification of mucins, Mucins in IBD, Investigations of mucins and innate immunity, Generating synthetic mucin glycopeptides, and Microscopy and imaging.

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