Emerging Technologies In Protein And Genomic Material Analysis

Author : Gyorgy Marko-Varga,Peter Oroszlan
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2003-07-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080530840

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Emerging Technologies in Protein and Genomic Material Analysis by Gyorgy Marko-Varga,Peter Oroszlan Pdf

It is widely recognized that analytical technologies and techniques are playing a pioneering role in a range of today's foremost challenging scientific endeavours, including especially biological and biomedical research. Worthy of mention, for example, are the role that high performance separation techniques played in mapping the human genome and the pioneering work done within mass spectrometry. It is also apparent that state-of-the-art pharmaceutical and biomedical research is the major driving force of the development of new analytical techniques. Advancements in genomics research has provided the opportunity for a call for new drug targets for new technologies, which has speeded up drug discovery and helped to counteract the trend towards inflation of R&D costs. This book has been designed to be a reference covering a wide range of protein and genomic material analysis techniques. Emerging developments are presented with applications where relevant, and biological examples are included. It was developed to meet the ever growing need for a comprehensive and balanced text on an analytical technique which has generated a tremendous amount of interest in recent years. In addition, this book also serves as a modern textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in various disciplines including chemistry, biology and pharmacy. Authors of the individual chapters are recognized champions of their individual research disciplines and also represent contemporary major research centres in this field. · Contains state-of-the-art knowledge of the field and detailed descriptions of new technologies · Provides examples of relevant applications and case studies · Contributing authors are leading scientists in their own respective research fields

Author : Peter L Oroszlan,György A. Marko-Varga
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1123748138

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Emerging Technologies in Protein and Genomic Material Analysis by Peter L Oroszlan,György A. Marko-Varga Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1490 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Environmental health
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030031950811

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Environmental Health Perspectives by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ibolya Molnár-Perl
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 669 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2005-06-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080458458

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Quantitation of Amino Acids and Amines by Chromatography by Ibolya Molnár-Perl Pdf

Quantitation of Amino Acids and Amines by Chromatography: Methods and Protocols is intended to serve as a ready-to-use guide for the identification and quantification of amino acids and amines in various matrices, providing an overview on the theory and protocol of available methods. It presents chromatograms with exact elution programs enabling visual analysis and compares the advantages-disadvantages of various chromatographic techniques. In accordance with the chronological order of the development of chromatographic methods, different techniques are discussed: The possibilities of gas chromatography (GC), followed by those of the high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and the most recent techniques capillary electrophoresis (CE), capillary, electrochromatography (CEC). The characteristics of the given chromatographic procedure, relating to the topic in question, are classified according to the preliminary preparation/derivatization process(es), which means the simple methods, suitable for the analysis of the selected compound(s) in natural form, are followed by various derivatization proposals. Detailed protocols provide the reader with guidance in beginning tasks and on how to improve current methods. This book appeals to a wide audience and is recommended for those looking towards the wider reaches of identification and quantification of amino acids and amines. * Provides a systematic, and comprehensive summary of chromatographic techniques and derivatization processes * Compares advantages/disadvantages of various chromatographic techniques * Readers can undertake practical tasks using detailed protocols given in the book

Author : Eduardo A. Favret,N‚stor O. Fuentes
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789812837011

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Functional Properties of Bio-inspired Surfaces by Eduardo A. Favret,N‚stor O. Fuentes Pdf

This review volume explores how the current knowledge of the biological structures occuring on the surface of moth eyes, leaves, sharkskin, and the feet of reptiles can be transferred to functional technological materials.

Author : E. Heftmann
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 584 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2004-04-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080472249

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Chromatography by E. Heftmann Pdf

Chromatography has emerged as the most important and versatile analytical method. The book is not only an updated version of Heftmann's classical text, but it covers areas of future importance, such as microfluidics and computer resources. Under his experienced guidance, authorities in each field have contributed their practical experience to an integrated treatment of modern micro analysis. In Part A the theoretical basis of individual separation methods is explained and the technical aspects are illustrated. It includes the theory of gas and liquid chromatography as well as specific chromatographic techniques, such as size-exclusion, planar, ion, and affinity chromatography as well as various electrokinetic separation techniques. Microfluidics are covered for the first time and useful sources of analytical instruments are listed and evaluated. 1. Each chapter written by an authority 2. Thorough treatment of the theoretical basis of separation methods 3. Practical guide for performing analyses

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Board on Health Care Services,Committee on the Review of Omics-Based Tests for Predicting Patient Outcomes in Clinical Trials
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309224185

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Evolution of Translational Omics by Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Board on Health Care Services,Committee on the Review of Omics-Based Tests for Predicting Patient Outcomes in Clinical Trials Pdf

Technologies collectively called omics enable simultaneous measurement of an enormous number of biomolecules; for example, genomics investigates thousands of DNA sequences, and proteomics examines large numbers of proteins. Scientists are using these technologies to develop innovative tests to detect disease and to predict a patient's likelihood of responding to specific drugs. Following a recent case involving premature use of omics-based tests in cancer clinical trials at Duke University, the NCI requested that the IOM establish a committee to recommend ways to strengthen omics-based test development and evaluation. This report identifies best practices to enhance development, evaluation, and translation of omics-based tests while simultaneously reinforcing steps to ensure that these tests are appropriately assessed for scientific validity before they are used to guide patient treatment in clinical trials.

Author : Michael E. Swartz,Ira S. Krull
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420014488

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Handbook of Analytical Validation by Michael E. Swartz,Ira S. Krull Pdf

Written for practitioners in both the drug and biotechnology industries, the Handbook of Analytical Validation carefully compiles current regulatory requirements on the validation of new or modified analytical methods. Shedding light on method validation from a practical standpoint, the handbook:Contains practical, up-to-date guidelines for analyti

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on a Study of Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Africa and South Asia
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309177764

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Emerging Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on a Study of Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Africa and South Asia Pdf

Increased agricultural productivity is a major stepping stone on the path out of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, but farmers there face tremendous challenges improving production. Poor soil, inefficient water use, and a lack of access to plant breeding resources, nutritious animal feed, high quality seed, and fuel and electricity-combined with some of the most extreme environmental conditions on Earth-have made yields in crop and animal production far lower in these regions than world averages. Emerging Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia identifies sixty emerging technologies with the potential to significantly improve agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Eighteen technologies are recommended for immediate development or further exploration. Scientists from all backgrounds have an opportunity to become involved in bringing these and other technologies to fruition. The opportunities suggested in this book offer new approaches that can synergize with each other and with many other activities to transform agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Communicable diseases
ISBN : MINN:31951P00882437Y

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Emerging Infectious Diseases by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gyorgy Marko-Varga
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 663 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-12-23
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780444518101

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Proteomics and Peptidomics by Gyorgy Marko-Varga Pdf

Proteomics and peptidomics is the detailed understanding of the role that proteins and peptides play in health and disease and is a necessary compliment to genetic analysis. The functional expression analysis of both proteins and peptides plays a central role in modern drug discovery as well as drug development, and is also a key research area in systems biology. Proteomics and Peptidomics captures the width as well as the depth within the area and exemplifies the variety as well as the traditional basis of analytical chemistry that is needed in order to move forward in expression analysis studies. As a fast emerging field, it gives and overview of parts within the field combined with highly specialized and dedicated topics that are intended to compliment each other.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2000-11-06
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 008054519X

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The Concise Encyclopedia of the Ethics of New Technologies by Anonim Pdf

The ethical assessment of new technologies raises two principal concerns: the need to develop effective policies and legislation, and the reconsideration of the ethical frameworks in which these policies and laws are developed. The importance of rapid, accurate examinations of tensions between Philosophy and Law and the relationship between philosophical principles and empirical data has never been greater. The Concise Encyclopedia of Ethics of New Technologies includes 23 articles previously published in the highly-acclaimed Encyclopedia of Applied Ethics, nine updated articles, and five new articles, commissioned especially for this volume. Over half of the previously published articles include updated facts and bibliographic citations. Authors of genetics articles have updated their works to include the most recent developments and publications. New articles include: "Cloning," "Geneticization," "Health Technology Assessment," "Intrinsic and Instrumental Value," and "Novel Foods." Articles fall into these subject categories: Medical Ethics; Scientific Ethics; Theories of Ethics; Environmental Ethics; Legal Ethics; Ethical Concepts

Author : M. Doyama,J. Kihara,Mana Tanaka,R. Yamamoto
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 980 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781483291475

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Computer Aided Innovation of New Materials II by M. Doyama,J. Kihara,Mana Tanaka,R. Yamamoto Pdf

With advanced materials being in the midst of a widely acknowledged revolution, there is relentless pressure on scientists and engineers to be on the cutting edge of emerging theories and design methodologies. The 379 papers in this two part volume bring together the experience of specialists in the entire field of applications of Materials Science. This multidisciplinary meeting was held to bring together workers in a wide range of materials science and engineering activities who employ common analytical and experimental methods in their day to day work. The results of the meeting are of worldwide interest, and will help to stimulate future research and analysis in this area.

Author : Martin D. Abeloff,James O. Armitage,John E. Niederhuber,Michael B. Kastan,W. Gillies McKenna
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 2586 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2008-06-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781437720563

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Abeloff's Clinical Oncology E-Book by Martin D. Abeloff,James O. Armitage,John E. Niederhuber,Michael B. Kastan,W. Gillies McKenna Pdf

Carrying on the tradition established by its founding editor, the late Dr. Martin Abeloff, the 4th Edition of this respected reference synthesizes all of the latest oncology knowledge in one practical, clinically focused, easy-to-use volume. It incorporates basic science, pathology, diagnosis, management, outcomes, rehabilitation, and prevention – all in one convenient resource – equipping you to overcome your toughest clinical challenges. What's more, you can access the complete contents of this Expert Consult title online, and tap into its unparalleled guidance wherever and whenever you need it most! Equips you to select the most appropriate tests and imaging studies for diagnosing and staging each type of cancer, and manage your patients most effectively using all of the latest techniques and approaches. Explores all of the latest scientific discoveries' implications for cancer diagnosis and management. Employs a multidisciplinary approach - with contributions from pathologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and surgical oncologists - for well-rounded perspectives on the problems you face. Offers a user-friendly layout with a consistent chapter format • summary boxes • a full-color design • and more than 1,445 illustrations (1,200 in full color), to make reference easy and efficient. Offers access to the book's complete contents online – fully searchable – from anyplace with an Internet connection. Presents discussions on cutting-edge new topics including nanotechnology, functional imaging, signal transduction inhibitors, hormone modulators, complications of transplantation, and much more. Includes an expanded color art program that highlights key points, illustrates relevant science and clinical problems, and enhances your understanding of complex concepts.

Author : Guenter Kahl,Khalid Meksem
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 3527318852

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The Handbook of Plant Functional Genomics by Guenter Kahl,Khalid Meksem Pdf

In this incisive, concise overview of this booming field, the editors -- two of the leading figures in the field with a proven track record -- combine their expertise to provide an invaluable reference on the topic. Following a treatment of transcriptome analysis, the book goes on to discuss replacement and mutation analysis, gene silencing and computational analysis. The whole is rounded off with a look at emerging technologies. Each chapter is accompanied by a concise overview, helping readers to quickly identify topics of interest, while important, carefully selected words and concepts are explained in a handy glossary. Equally accessible to both experienced scientists and newcomers to the field.