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Through Pharmacoeconomics in Perspective: A Primer on Research, Techniques, and Information, you will discover the means to self-defend against unscrupulous promotion of new drugs, unfounded conclusio
This groundbreaking reference provides comprehensive and up-to-date guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of violent patients, introducing a wide range of causes of acute and long-term violence
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Since 1994, the German GMA-NAMUR, German APV, ISPE-Baseline, OECD, UK GAMP Forum, UK IQA-PQG, US DIA, ISPE, and PDA initiatives have supplemented the regulations governing the validation of automated
This timely volume focuses on major accomplishments in the research and development of new antibiotics and their applications in clinical medicine as well as addresses problems challenging clinical an
Written in such a way as to make it accessible to toxicologists who do not have English as a first language, this book focuses on evaluating, interpreting and reporting results of regulatory toxicolog
Thyroid Diseases is a comprehensive reference supported by a useful selection of schematic diagrams, tables, and charts. Its basic science section supplements classic and recent reviews of the subject
Papers from the Second International Conference on TDM Toxicology (date and place not stated) describe research on various aspects of therapeutic monitoring pharmacology, selected high-performance liq
Although Architecture and Structural Engineering have both had their own historical development, their interaction has led to many fascinating and delightful structures over time. To bring this intera
These proceedings from the 2008 NSTI Nanotech conference provide the most prestigious forum in the world for leading nano scientists. The papers from the conference have been compiled into three volum
This book includes new processes to capture organics in raw sewage using the AB process and treating waste activated sludge using biological, physical, mechanical, chemical methods to increase biogas
This bulletin summarizes the role of dams in the future in the context of the global environmental changes which have become a significant issue in recent years. Global problems such as climate change
High brightness metal vapor lasers have become the most bright and powerful in the visible spectral range among all existing laser types, resulting in numerous applications ranging from purely fundame
This introductory textbook relates theory to practice and enhances students' learning and understanding of cultural issues that impact on patient care and their own practice as nurses, while consideri
During the past two decades, membrane separation processes have become standard. The properties of modern membrane technology make it suitable for applications in the food industry. This book presents
This book analytically presents the state of the art in channel modeling and characterization of next-generation multiple-antennas fixed and mobile satellite systems, as well as propagation phenomena
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Increased use of composite materials in engineering fields such as aerospace, energy, and civil infrastructures has led to concerns over composite material failures, leading to a need for smart/intell
‘Spirituality and Coping with Loss’ is an evidence-base resource for trainee and practising nurses, AHPs and physicians. The book spans both the theory and practice of loss within the context of palli
Most existing textbooks on this subject were written either for mathematics or engineering students and do not address the unique situation of computer science students, who have some background in di
This book aims at fulfilling the need for a handbook at undergraduate and starting researcher level on fire and smoke dynamics in enclosures, giving fluid mechanics aspects a central role. Fluid mecha
Based on a thorough understanding of changing facts on fluvial morphodynamics and ecology on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the research projects in this book study the effect of the plateau uplift on riv
This work is dedicated to CMOS based imaging with the emphasis on the noise modeling, characterization and optimization in order to contribute to the design of high performance imagers in general and
Failed and fragile governments often govern through the criminalization of otherwise inconsequential or tolerated acts. On the flipside, these weak states often use murder, kidnapping, and other viole
This book's author has chosen a few significant and timely topics to provide a more systematic, fundamental synthesis starting from first principles and using consistent mathematical notation througho
Swine in the Laboratory: Surgery, Anesthesia, and Experimental Techniques has established itself over the last decade as the standard, all-inclusive reference on using swine in research. The book serv
This book draws together key insights from the relevant literature across diverse disciplines and presents detailed research case studies of six extended global supply chains in three industries: toys
This book presents the work of leading scholars on the topic of citizen participation at the local level. Case studies compare Canadian and Chinese communities and extrapolate interesting policy-level
Driving Risk and Spend Out of the Global Supply Chain provides a complete picture of the various risks multinational firms face when they operate overseas and engage in foreign purchasing and sales, i
Porous media are broadly found in nature and their study is of high relevance in our present lives. In geosciences porous media research is fundamental in applications to aquifers, mineral mines, cont
Providing a proven set of energy efficiency measures and opportunities for saving energy and reducing operating costs for existing homes, this volume presents general tools and procedures for performi
Principles of Emergency Management: Hazard Specific Issues and Mitigation offers preparedness and mitigation recommendations for advanced emergency planning. Because disasters are so unpredictable, ad
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