Biology Of Invertebrate And Lower Vertebrate Collagens

Author : A. Bairati
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468476361

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Biology of Invertebrate and Lower Vertebrate Collagens by A. Bairati Pdf

Knowledge in the field of the biology of the extracellular matrix, and in particular of collagen, has made considerable progress over the last ten years, especially in mammals, birds and ln man with respect to very important applied medical aspects. Basic knowledge in the animal kingdom overall has increased more slowly and haphazardly. We, therefore, considered it useful to organize a meeting specifically devoted to the study of the invertebrate and lower vertebrate collagens. The NATO Scientific Division financed an Advanced Research Workshop aimed at bringing together experts qualified in collagen biology (with morphological, biochemical and genetic specialization) with researchers who are currently studying collagenous tissues of invertebrates and lower vertebrates. The Medical-Biology Committee of the CNR-Rome and the University of Milan also supplied interest and support for the organization of this Meeting. The format of the workshop consisted in: 1) main lectures on the most recent aspects of collagen biology; 2) minireviews on the current knowledge of collagenous tissues in the various invertebrate phyla and in fish; 3) contributed papers on particular aspects of research in specific fields; 4) workshops on the methodology of studying collagen. As we had intended, the Workshop gave a comprehensive overview of acquired knowledge and of the present state of research actlvlty. It permitted wide interdisciplinary discussion, enabling collabora tions to be established and new research themes to be chosen. This volume contains the text of all the contributions presented at the Meeting, including posters.

Author : A Bairati
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1985-10-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1468476378

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Biology of Invertebrate and Lower Vertebrate Collagens by A Bairati Pdf

Author : Marcel E. Nimni
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781351079235

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Collagen by Marcel E. Nimni Pdf

This series was conceived with the idea of integrating current aspects of ongoing research in the collagen field. The book consists of a spectrum of papers which discus divers aspects such as X-ray structure, the thermodynamics and mechanism of fibrillogenesis, and the use of collagen as a biomaterial for the manufacturing of many implantable, sometimes lifesaving, devises.

Author : Werner E.G. Müller
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642722363

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Molecular Evolution: Towards the Origin of Metazoa by Werner E.G. Müller Pdf

Recently, new genes and their proteins that revealed striking new insights into the early evolution of multicellular animals have been identified and characterized from members of the lowest metazoan phylum, the porifera (sponges). The unexpected result was that the sequences obtained from sponge displayed high similarity to those found in higher metazoa; in consequence, it was concluded that during the transition from protozoa to metazoa the major structural and regulatory proteins evolved only once. The data gathered are now powerful arguments to establish monophyly of metazoa; in addition, new insights on the evolutionary diversification of metazoa were obtained.

Author : Hermann Ehrlich
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319924830

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Marine Biological Materials of Invertebrate Origin by Hermann Ehrlich Pdf

The work is a source of modern knowledge on biomineralization, biomimetics and bioinspired materials science with respect to marine invertebrates. The author gives the most coherent analysis of the nature, origin and evolution of biocomposites and biopolymers isolated from and observed in the broad diversity of marine invertebrate organisms and within their unusual structural formations. The basic format is that of a major review article, with liberal use of references to original literature. There is a wealth of new and newly synthesized information, including dozens of previously unpublished images of unique marine creatures and structures from nano- to microscale including high-resolution scanning and transmission electron micrographs. The material is organized effectively along both biological (phyla) and functional lines. The classification of biological materials of marine origin is proposed and discussed. Much of the pertinent data is organized into tables, and extensive use is made of electron micrographs and line drawings. Several modern topics e.g. “biomineralization- demineralization-remineralization phenomena”, or “phenomenon of multiphase biomineralization”, are discussed in details. Traditionally, such current concepts as hierarchical organization of biocomposites and skeletal structures, structural bioscaffolds, biosculpturing, biomimetism and bioinspiration as tools for the design of innovative materials are critically analyzed from both biological and materials science point of view using numerous unique examples of marine origin. This monograph reviews the most relevant advances in the marine biomaterials research field, pointing out several approaches being introduced and explored by distinct laboratories.

Author : Eugene J. Kucharz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642761973

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The Collagens: Biochemistry and Pathophysiology by Eugene J. Kucharz Pdf

This book describes every manner in which collagen is involved in normal anddisease-altered states of the various organs and systems. In the first part of the book the biochemical aspects of collagens are reviewed, including their structure, heterogeneity, syntheses, and degradation. The main part focuses on the involvement of collagen in bone, cartilage, tendon, muscle, heart, vessels, lungs, liver, skin, eye, ear, teeth, periodontal tissues, kidneys and reproductive, hemopoietic,and nervous systems. The influence of radiation and nutrition on collagen, the role of collagen in neoplasms, the hormonal control of its metabolism, immunobiology and the pharmacology of collagen are also described. The most important feature of the book is the comprehensive review of the medical aspects of collagen, from those known in detail to those only hypothesized including hereditary disorders affecting collagen and so-called collagen diseases. Each chapter reviewsknown or possible mechanisms of collagen involvement and changes in indices of collagen which can be measured in clinical practice to monitor these phenomena. The fact that collagen is involved into the pathophysiology of almost all organs and body systems means that physicians in almost all branches of medicine will find this book of great interest.

Author : John Gilbert,E. Lubzens,M.R. Miracle
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401116060

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Rotifer Symposium VI by John Gilbert,E. Lubzens,M.R. Miracle Pdf

As in previous symposia, some current research topics were selected for review and eight invited papers were presented. For the first time a paper was presented on the historical aspects of Rotiferology, covering European research between 1680-1950. A special workshop session was devoted to a debate on a controversial topic: Rotifer Phylogeny. The workshop resulted in a very successful discussion and the integration of scattered evidence and hypotheses on the phylogenetic origin of rotifers, the relationships between major rotifer groups, and the mechanisms of evolution.

Author : Elise E. B. LaDouceur
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781119507659

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Invertebrate Histology by Elise E. B. LaDouceur Pdf

The first comprehensive reference to invertebrate histology Invertebrate Histology is a groundbreaking text that offers a comprehensive review of histology in invertebrates. Designed for use by anyone studying, diagnosing, or researching invertebrates, the book covers all major taxonomic groups with details of the histologic features, with color photographs and drawings that clearly demonstrate gross anatomy and histology. The authors, who are each experts in the histology of their respective taxa, bring together the most recent information on the topic into a single, complete volume. An accessible resource, each chapter focuses on a single taxonomic group with salient gross and histologic features that are clearly described in the text and augmented with color photographs and greyscale line drawings. The histologic images are from mostly hematoxylin and eosin stained microscopic slides showing various organ systems at high and low magnification. In addition, each chapter provides helpful tips for invertebrate dissection and information on how to process invertebrates for histology. This important book: Presents detailed information on histology of all major groups of invertebrates Offers a user-friendly text that is organized by taxonomic group for easy reference Features high-quality color photographs and drawings, with slides showing histology and gross photographs to demonstrate anatomy Provides details on invertebrate dissection and processing invertebrates for histology Written for veterinary pathologists, biologists, zoologists, students, and other scientists studying these species, Invertebrate Histology offers the most updated information on the topic written by over 20 experts in the field.

Author : National Library of Medicine (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1060 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Medicine
ISBN : UOM:39015014049426

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Current Catalog by National Library of Medicine (U.S.) Pdf

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.

Author : National Library of Medicine (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1068 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Medicine
ISBN : MINN:31951000310404Q

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National Library of Medicine Current Catalog by National Library of Medicine (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Hermann Ehrlich
Publisher : Springer
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400757301

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Biological Materials of Marine Origin by Hermann Ehrlich Pdf

This is the second monograph by the author on biological materials of marine origin. The initial book is dedicated to the biological materials of marine invertebrates. This work is a source of modern knowledge on biomineralization, biomimetics and materials science with respect to marine vertebrates. For the first time in scientific literature the author gives the most coherent analysis of the nature, origin and evolution of biocomposites and biopolymers isolated from and observed in the broad variety of marine vertebrate organisms (fish, reptilian, birds and mammals) and within their unique hierarchically organized structural formations. There is a wealth of new and newly synthesized information, including dozens of previously unpublished images of unique marine creatures including extinct, extant and living taxa and their biocomposite-based structures from nano- to micro – and macroscale. This monograph reviews the most relevant advances in the marine biological materials research field, pointing out several approaches being introduced and explored by distinct modern laboratories.

Author : Universität Osnabrück,Günter Purschke
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402032400

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Morphology, Molecules, Evolution and Phylogeny in Polychaeta and Related Taxa by Universität Osnabrück,Günter Purschke Pdf

Recently, evidence has been accumulated which shows that some of the groups formerly regarded as independent "phyla" such as Pogonophora (now recognized as Siboglinidae), Echiura, Myzostomida and perhaps Sipuncula, are most probably nothing else than greatly modified Annelida. The extreme morphological diversity found especially in Polychaeta displays the plasticity of a simple segmented organisation that basically is nothing else but a serial repetition of identical units. Thus, annelids are highly important to our understanding of fundamental questions about morphological and adaptive diversity, as well as clarifying evolutionary changes and phylogenetic relationships. The book aims to summarize our knowledge on Polychaetes polychaetes and their allies and gives an overview of recent advances gained by studies that employed conventional and modern methods plus, increasingly and importantly, the use of molecular markers and computer-assisted kinship analyses. It also reflects the state of art in polychaete sciences and presents new questions and controversies. As such it will significantly influence the direction of research on Polychaeta and their related taxa.

Author : Anthony Charles Neville
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521410517

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Biology of Fibrous Composites by Anthony Charles Neville Pdf

This book, by a leading thinker with 30 years experience in the field, is the first devoted to fibrous composites in biology. It tackles a major unsolved problem in developmental biology - how does chemistry create architecture outside cells? Fibrous composites occur in all skeletal systems including plant cell walls, insect cuticles, moth eggshells, bone and cornea. They function like man-made fibreglass, with fibres set in a matrix. The fibrous molecules are long, extracellular and water-insoluble and to be effective they must be orientated strategically. The underlying hypothesis of this book is that the fibres are orientated by self-assembly just outside the cells during a mobile liquid crystalline phase prior to stabilization. The commonest orientations of the fibres are plywood laminates (orthogonal and helicoidal), and as parallel fibres. These may be imitated in vitro by liquid crystalline chemicals. The book takes an interdisciplinary approach and will be relevant to biologists, biochemists, biophysicists, material scientists and to liquid crystals chemists.

Author : Ermanno Bonucci
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 599 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2007-02-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540360131

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Biological Calcification by Ermanno Bonucci Pdf

For the first time, this book offers a critical review of the calcification process of the organic and inorganic phases of mineralized tissues focusing on the earliest phases. It includes a methodological chapter which provides the necessary practical information for making appropriate choices. The book is set to become an important reference source for the shelves of bone densitometry labs across the world.

Author : M. Sakaguchi
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2004-05-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080536999

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More Efficient Utilization of Fish and Fisheries Products by M. Sakaguchi Pdf

This international symposium allowed many researchers and industrial representatives to meet and discuss a broad spectrum of information such as zero emission, resources availability, sustainable utilization of resources, bioactive and functional components in aquatic organisms, utilization of wastes, seafood quality, surimi technologies and processing and safety. The book aims: To provide a current record presented in the international symposium More Efficient Utilization of Fish and Fisheries Products, 7-10 October 2001, Kyoto, Japan; To provide a stimulus to researchers in this area to cross-fertilize ideas and demonstrate examples of success; To enhance values and returns to fisheries fields in national and international terms by providing descriptions of better techniques and methods for utilizing the catch, reducing waste, and providing valuable by-products.