Condensed and reorganized, this comprehensive second edition covers most of the statistical methods used in the field and now features the use of both R and S-Plus software. Continuing to emphasize lo
Managing Local Economic Development introduces key concepts and strategies necessary for the successful development of local economies. It presents a complete analysis of local economic growth through
Designed especially for food technologists and food engineers, this book reviews the progress in individual membrane technologies of the last decade. It includes basic principles and theories, advance
Emphasizing real-life experimentation, this book introduces the principles of operation and the implementation of controllers for induction motor drives through both simulation and experimental result
Functional beverages are non-alcoholic drink products that are ready to drink and include non-traditional ingredients in their formulation. Sports and performance drinks, energy drinks, ready-to-drink
This two-volume set provides essential information on the general principles of target organ toxicity. Pharmacokinetics, metabolic activation and key defense mechanisms, excretion, species variation,
There is a continuing worldwide expansion of the elderly population, with an increasing proportion of these being aged 80 years and older. Cardiovascular disease predominates within this population. T
The treatment of coronary artery disease by angioplasty and stenting is a major part of interventional cardiology. This guide offers a practical introduction to procedures for the trainee and a review
The central nervous system is particularly closely involved in the rapid alteration of blood pressure (almost always an increase) in response to various types of stress. The response of the system is
This unique resource presents allergic and airway conditions seen in recreational and competitive athletes-covering topics from exercise-induced asthma to cold air-induced rhinitis.
Today's society is highly dependent on a vast array of chemicals and chemical processes to maintain or improve the current standard of living. However, the extensive use of such chemicals can result i
Proceedings of the April 1996 congress. Contains 34 papers discussing BPH definition and management; BPH and prostate cancer prevention; etiology, evaluation, trends and treatment of post-radical pros
This state-of-the-art reference provides a valuable overview of the basic mechanisms, molecular biology, histopathology, and clinical diagnosis of solid organ transplant rejection and related conditio
Examining current advances in nephrology based on recent progress in molecular and cellular biology, this unique reference-the first of its kind-defines kidney development, structure, function, and di
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Covering a wide range of subjects that form the frontiers of neuro-ophthalmological research, this outstanding reference provides state-of-the-art overviews of the functional, anatomical, technologica
Detailing the scientific principles underlying the achievement of sterility, this unique reference examines both a broad spectrum of practical, commonly used sterilization procedures and the methods a
Introduction to In Vitro Cytotoxicology examines in vitro cytotoxicology, which offers new methodologies to toxicity testing. This important new discipline of modern toxicology is gaining increased ac
State-of-the-art images from high-field machines using MR angiography and fast imaging techniques add to this excellent presentation of diseases of the head and neck.
This monograph covers all aspects of the roles that the haemostatic system and endothelial cells play in the pathogenesis and treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and its major
Provides information on all of the current NSAID subpopulation therapy problems, exploring the future of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs use and the potential impact of non-classical pharmaceuti
This book covers a topic of considerable current interest and presents many of the most significant research findings available to date. Workers at the forefront of research on hormone replacement the
This reference presents detailed discussions of the history, pathology, pathophysiology, and approaches to treatment of the complicated, constantly evolving syndromes known as thrombotic thromocytopen
Back when Dr. Jekyll developed a new medicine, his alternatives for testing it were quite limited. Now there are many toxicology, ecotoxicology, environmental, analytical, and support service laborato
This broadly-based reference resource was compiled as a result of the rapid rise in lung cancer incidence among the world's industrialized nations. Leading researchers address modern research on the r
This is an exhaustive clinical treatise on labor and delivery featuring contributions from world-class authorities from the Second World Congress on Labor and Delivery (Rome, Italy, May, 1997). It con
Mobile manipulators combine the advantages of mobile platforms and robotic arms, extending their operational range and functionality to large spaces and remote, demanding, and/or dangerous environment
This book deals with the applied aspects of domain decomposition methods for computational electromagnetics. It provides a valuable bridge between rigorous mathematical treatments and practical softwa
This book presents a thorough treatment of tractable pricing algorithms and models for derivative markets. It discusses the fundamentals of pricing theory, ideal for students and practitioners beginni
