Cytokines: Mechanisms, Functions and Abnormalities (Cell Biology Research Progress Immunology and Immune System Disorders)

Cytokines: Mechanisms, Functions and Abnormalities (Cell Biology Research Progress Immunology and Immune System Disorders)
by Masous H. Manjili
Publication Date: March 31, 2012

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Cells of the immune system communicate with each other, and respond to abnormal conditions by releasing soluble proteins, named cytokines. Abnormal or dangerous conditions include infection, trauma and injury, neurological disorders, and cancer. The balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines can comfort or exacerbate the symptoms in these diseases. This book focuses on counter-regulatory and the role of cytokines in different diseases. The goal is to understand contribution of cytokines in the progression of the disease as well as therapeutic potential of cytokines in the treatment of the disease by understanding cytokine counter-regulation.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #1534258 in Books
• Published on: 2012-03-31
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover

Comparative Genomics: Volume 2 (Methods in Molecular Biology)

Comparative Genomics: Volume 2 (Methods in Molecular Biology)
by Nicholas H. Bergman
Publication Date: July 31, 2012

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This volume provides a collection of robust protocols for molecular biologists studying comparative genomics. Each chapter includes detailed instructions for using a particular tool or method and an introduction to the theory behind the technique. Given the tremendous increase in available biosequence data over the past ten years, this volume is timely, comprehensive, and novel.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #1580505 in Books
• Published on: 2012-07-31
• Original language: English
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• 452 pages

The Path to the Double Helix: The Discovery of DNA

The Path to the Double Helix: The Discovery of DNA
by Robert Olby
Publication Date: June 21, 2012

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Written by a noted biology historian, this classic constitutes the first in-depth account of the 1953 discovery of the molecular structure of DNA by James Watson and Francis Crick. Crick provided the Foreword, in which he proclaimed that "no future historian of science in this area will be able to ignore this present volume." 1974 edition.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #982038 in Books
• Published on: 2012-06-21
• Original language: English
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• Dimensions: 1.22 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 560 pages

Comparative Genomics: Volume 1 (Methods in Molecular Biology)

Comparative Genomics: Volume 1 (Methods in Molecular Biology)
by Nicholas H. Bergman
Publication Date: July 31, 2012

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This volume provides a collection of robust protocols for molecular biologists studying comparative genomics. Given the tremendous increase in available biosequence data over the past ten years, this volume is timely, comprehensive, and novel. The volume is intended for molecular biologists, biochemists and geneticists.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #1563663 in Books
• Published on: 2012-07-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
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• Binding: Paperback
• 560 pages

Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques

Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques
by Sean Gallagher, Emily A. Wiley
Publication Date: March 27, 2012

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The latest title from the acclaimed Current Protocols series, Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques, 2e provides the new researcher with the skills and understanding of the fundamental laboratory procedures necessary to run successful experiments, solve problems, and become a productive member of the modern life science laboratory.  From covering the basic skills such as measurement, preparation of reagents and use of basic instrumentation to the more advanced techniques such as blotting, chromatography and real-time PCR, this book will serve as a practical reference manual for any life science researcher.  Written by a combination of distinguished investigators and outstanding faculty, Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques, 2e is the cornerstone on which the beginning scientist can develop the skills for a successful research career.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #352482 in Books
• Published on: 2012-03-27
• Original language: English
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• 664 pages

Visualizing the Invisible: Imaging Techniques for the Structural Biologist

Visualizing the Invisible: Imaging Techniques for the Structural Biologist
by Peter Moore
Publication Date: April 2, 2012

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Knowledge of the microscopic structure of biological systems is the key to understanding their physiological properties. Most of what we now know about this subject has been generated by techniques that produce images of the materials of interest, one way or another, and there is every reason to believe that the impact of these techniques on the biological sciences will be every bit as important in the future as they are today. Thus the 21st century biologist needs to understand how microscopic imaging techniques work, as it is likely that sooner or later he or she will have to use one or another of them, or will otherwise become dependent on the information that they provide.

The objective of this textbook is to introduce its readers to the many techniques now available for imaging biological materials, e.g. crystallography, optical microscopy and electron microscopy, at a level that will enable them to use them effectively to do research. Since all of these experimental methods are best understood in terms of Fourier transformations, this book explains the relevant concepts from this branch of mathematics, and then illustrates their elegance and power by applying them to each of the techniques presented.

The book is derived from a one-term course in structural biology that the author gave for many years at Yale. It is intended for students interested either in doing structural research themselves, or in exploiting structural information produced by others. Over the years, the course was taken successfully by advanced undergraduates and by graduate students. Scientists interested in entering the structural biology field later in their careers may also find it useful.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #757659 in Books
• Published on: 2012-04-02
• Original language: English
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• 384 pages

Wetware: A Computer in Every Living Cell

Wetware: A Computer in Every Living Cell
by Dennis Bray
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How does a single-cell creature, such as an amoeba, lead such a sophisticated life? How does it hunt living prey, respond to lights, sounds, and smells, and display complex sequences of movements without the benefit of a nervous system? This book offers a startling and original answer.

In clear, jargon-free language, Dennis Bray taps the findings of the new discipline of systems biology to show that the internal chemistry of living cells is a form of computation. Cells are built out of molecular circuits that perform logical operations, as electronic devices do, but with unique properties. Bray argues that the computational juice of cells provides the basis of all the distinctive properties of living systems: it allows organisms to embody in their internal structure an image of the world, and this accounts for their adaptability, responsiveness, and intelligence.

In Wetware, Bray offers imaginative, wide-ranging and perceptive critiques of robotics and complexity theory, as well as many entertaining and telling anecdotes. For the general reader, the practicing scientist, and all others with an interest in the nature of life, the book is an exciting portal to some of biology’s latest discoveries and ideas.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #120295 in Books
• Published on: 2011-03-01
• Original language: English
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• Dimensions: .69" h x 6.14" w x 9.21" l, .87 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 280 pages