Genetic technologies have moved off the pages of science fiction and into our everyday lives. Internists now offer genetic testing for cancers and early coronary disease. Obstetricians make genetic pr
The law professor and Congressional advisor tackles the new science of genetics and gauges its possible impact on the ethics of scientific research, our social institutions, gene therapy, medical care
Over a decade ago, the field of bioethics was established in response to the increased control over the design of living organisms afforded by both medical genetics and biotechnology. As part of the R
Shannon (religion, social ethics, Worcester Polytechnic Institute) presents readings on the ethical issues surrounding reproductive technologies, useful for introductory or survey courses in bioethics
Digital Libraries: Policy, Planning and Practice brings together a wealth of international experience in the planning and implementation of digital and hybrid library projects, providing a stimulating
For the newspaper profession the problems confronted in reporting the Civil War were as catalytic as the war itself was for American society. Many of the problems encountered in reporting later wars w
Covers modern photonics accessibly and discusses the basic physical principles underlying all the applications and technology of photonics.This volume covers the basic physical principles underlying t
This fourth volume in a series of books on photon science focuses on the underlying principles and practical applications of biomedical photonics, spectroscopy, and microscopy. Though it addresses bro
For the newspaper profession the problems confronted in reporting the Civil War were as catalytic as the war itself was for American society. Many of the problems encountered in reporting later wars w
The Handbook of Photonics third volume addresses photonics technology and application. It discusses communication networks, data buffers, defense and security applications, detectors, fiber optics and
Building upon the photonics knowledge based formed in Volume One, Volume Two focuses on nanophotonic structures and materials. The volume addresses cavity photonics, cold atoms and Bose-Einstein conde
The first of the four Photonics volumes discusses the basic physical principles underlying the technology and all applications of photonics from statistical optics to quantum optics. The topics discus
Mann's Pharmacovigilance is the definitive reference for the science of detection, assessment, understanding and prevention of the adverse effects of medicines, including vaccines and biologics.Pharma
A Companion to Sport brings together writing by leading sports theorists and social and cultural thinkers, to explore sport as a central element of contemporary culture.
Invaluable advice for making a sensible purchase on a retirement homeLike most retirees, you've worked hard your whole life and now you're looking forward to starting a new chapter of your life in a r
This volume of the book examines various approaches to neuroprotection, including methods for neuroprotection, mechanisms involved in neuroinjury, pharmacologic agents associated with neuroprotection.
Features healing routines and illustrations to guide you Ease your aches and find relief through the power of touch Searching for alternative treatments for pain? This friendly, do-it-yourself guide
This introductory text explains the fundamentals of the chemistry of the natural environment and the effects of mankind's activities on the earth's chemical systems. Retains an emphasis on describing
Risk assessment and risk analysis are now firmly fixed in the engineer’s lexicon. Every engineering project, contract, piece of equipment and design requires this discipline by law. Reliability
Resonance Energy TransferThe resonance transfer of energy between molecules, or between sites within a large molecule, plays a central role in many areas of modern chemistry and physics. In biophysics
