Engineering evaluation of seabed sediments by cluster analysis
Multivariate analysis in characterization of limestone units based on minor- and trace-element contents
Influence on the chemical composition of Pennsylvanian limestones in Kansas
Multivariate analysis of allometry using morphometric measurements
Formalized stratigraphy
Distance dependence of stratigraphy correlation
New observations on the statistical properties of polarity reversals
Interactive cartography at the ECU
Three-dimensional interpolation
Computerized modelling for shape analysis in geology
Analysis of relational data from metamorphic tectonites
A computer simulation approach to textural interpretation in crystalline rock END ISBN: 0080224180 TITLE: The Contribution of Space Observations to Global Food Information Systems AUTHOR: Godby, E.A. AUTHOR: Otterman, J. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 208 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume discusses the present status and shortcomings of existing world food production and distribution systems. Technical papers have been specially selected to show how space technology can help overcome these shortcomings by providing better or additional information on which to make decisions. This book will be of great value to administrators, planners and technologists concerned with food production and to all concerned with the application of remote sensing devices PUBDATE: 19780801 LISTPRICE: 70.00 TOC: (partial) Range monitoring and management
Food information systems
Crop observations
Food information systems
Growing conditions and modeling
The influence of climatic change on crop production
Marine food resources
END
ISBN: 0080226361
TITLE: ICRP Publication 28: The Principles and General Procedures for Handling Emergency and Accidental Exposure of Workers
AUTHOR: ICRP
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 22
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback.
PUBDATE: 19781201
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TOC: Preface. Scope of the report. Indications for action. Physical, clinical and biological data for assessing severity of exposure. Principles of urgent medical care of abnormal exposures. Administrative action following an abnormal exposure. Organization of medical services in anticipation of abnormal exposures. Appendix 1 - Preliminary screening of workers who may have incurred an abnormal exposure. Appendix 2 - Symptoms and clinical signs of radiation sickness. Appendix 3 - Actions to be taken following exposure of whole body, hands or face to penetrating radiation or suspected internal contamination. Bibliography.
END
ISBN: 0080226388
TITLE: ICRP Publication 30: Limits for the Intake of Radionuclides by Workers, Part 1, 30
AUTHOR: International Commission on Radiological Protection, .
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES:
PUBLISHER: Elsevier
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback.
PUBDATE: 19790801
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TOC: Basic limits for the control of internal dose. Secondary and derived limits for the control of internal dose. Committed dose equivalent (H50) and annual limit on intake (ALI).
Dosimetric model for the respiratory system. Dosimetric model for the gastro-intestinal tract. Dosimetric model for bone. Dosimetric model for submersion in a radioactive cloud. Use and limitations of the dosimetric data.
END
ISBN: 0080231896
TITLE: Peripheral Dopaminergic Receptors
AUTHOR: Imbs, J.-L.
AUTHOR: Schwartz, J.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 400
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
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DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume contains the proceedings of the first symposium to be devoted entirely to the action of dopamine in the peripheral nervous system. Attention was focused on the characterization of dopamine receptors and the way in which they transmit their message. Other actions of dopamine were also discussed, such as the physiological release of dopamine by peripheral nerves, and the role of dopamine in the kidney
PUBDATE: 19790601
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TOC: Dopamine measurement - 4 contributions
Structure activity relationship - 5 contributions
Peripheral actions of dopamine (except kidney) - 12 contributions
Dopamine and autonomic nervous system - 9 contributions
Dopamine and the kidney - 6 contributions END ISBN: 008023190X TITLE: Presynaptic Receptors AUTHOR: Langer, S.Z. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 340 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. PUBDATE: 19790601 LISTPRICE: 77.00 END ISBN: 0080233392 TITLE: Automation & Industrial Workers AUTHOR: Forslin, J. AUTHOR: Sarapata, A. AUTHOR: Whitehall, A. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 249 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This initial volume presents the preliminary findings and analyses in four of the participating countries, namely Sweden, the United States, Poland and the Soviet Union. The result is a collection of uniquely flavoured research papers illustrating, among other things, that automation and its social implications are one of the most important theoretical and practical issues of today and the future PUBDATE: 19791101 LISTPRICE: 193.00 TOC: (partial) Introduction
The project - history and scope
The experience of the international comparative study
Automation and work organisation: a Swedish experience
Automation and the American automobile worker: routes to humanised productivity
Automation, skill, structure and trade unions
Polish automobile workers and automation
Soviet workers and automation of the production process
Research instruments
Short description of the optional study and associated studies
List of selected documents and papers prepared during the research END ISBN: 0080234178 TITLE: Proceedings of the Twenty-First Plenary Meeting of COSPAR, Innsbruck, Austria, May-June 1978 AUTHOR: Rycroft, M.J. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 642 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. The latest discoveries in the physical aspects of space science are discussed, with special emphasis on materials science in space and research on the middle atmosphere PUBDATE: 19790401 LISTPRICE: 137.00 TOC: Over 100 research papers and invited reviews on the following subjects: Remote sensing: The earth's surface
Meteorology
The middle atmosphere: Remote sensing studies
Direct observations
Models
Planetary waves
Variations of tubropause altitude
The thermosphere: Models
Neutral gas density and temperature
Mass spectrometer observations
Tides and gravity waves
The ionosphere: D region
Equatorial ionosphere
Mid-lattitude ionosphere
Winter anomaly
Auroral atmosphere and ionosphere
The magnetosphere: Observations of the high latitude topside ionosphere
Precipitation of energetic charged particles
Active experiments
The sun and the interplanetary medium: Solar X-radiation
Solar energetic charged particles
Cosmic dust: Dust in planetary magnetospheres
Three-dimensional distribution of dust
Dust of lunar origin
Cornetary dust
Materials sciences in space: Use of composite materials in space
Materials science under micro-gravity conditions
Convection under micro-gravity conditions END ISBN: 0080237533 TITLE: Pharmacology of the States of Alertness AUTHOR: Passouant, P. AUTHOR: Oswald, I. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 271 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. A comprehensive account of the pharmacology of those drugs which are used in the treatment of insomnia and of their possible modes of action. The two main classes of drug, hypnotics and anti-depressants, are discussed, with special mention of their action on the central nervous system PUBDATE: 19790601 LISTPRICE: 59.00 TOC: (partial) Main lectures
Sleep and hypnotic drugs - 6 contributions
Sleep and antidepressant drugs - 6 contributions
Analeptic drugs and vigilance - 3 contributions
Free communications - 15 contributions END ISBN: 0080237592 TITLE: Marihuana: Biological Effects AUTHOR: Nahas, G.G. AUTHOR: Paton, W.D.M. AUTHOR: Braude, M. AUTHOR: Jardillier, J-C. AUTHOR: Harvey, D.J. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 777 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. A comprehensive review of the effects of cannabinoids on cellular metabolism, reproduction and brain function, containing 50 contributions written by the leading researchers in the field. For the first time the drug is shown to have marked effects on a whole host of cellular and bodily functions at dosages found in those taking marihuana on a regular basis PUBDATE: 19791001 LISTPRICE: 95.00 TOC: Preface - Cannabis and alcohol: the red and the green, F. Rosenthal
Introduction - Marihuana and membranes, G. Nahas
Quantification of cannabinoids and their metabolites in body fluids and tissues: pharmacokinetics - 10 contributions
Cannabinoids and cellular metabolism - 19 contributions
Cannabis and reproduction - 19 contributions
Cannabis and the brain - 15 contributions
Concluding summary, W.D. Paton END ISBN: 0080237606 TITLE: Cyclic Nucleotides & Therapeutic Perspectives AUTHOR: Cehovic, G. AUTHOR: Robison, G.A. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 256 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. PUBDATE: 19791001 LISTPRICE: 56.00 TOC: Some aspects of cyclic nulceotide chemistry, Th. Posternak
Cyclic nucleotides and drug development, M. Samir Amir
Cytotoxic effects of cyclic nucleotide derivatives, J. Koontz and W.D. Wicks
Cyclic nucleotides in the regulation of erythocyte proliferation, W.J. George and L.E. White
Cyclic nucleotides and coronary flow, W.R. Kukovetz et al.
Central modulation of vagal cardiodepressive reflexes by cyclic nucleotides, P. Schuhmacher and A. Walland
Cyclic nucleotides and atherosclerosis, F. Numano
Neurohormone 'C' and cyclic nucleotides, A. Galoyan et al.
Regulation of insuln secretion by cyclic AMP, I.C. Gre en and S.L. Howell
Guanylate cyclase: purification and regulation by lipids, J. Zwiller, P. Basset and P. Mandel
Abstracts
Index END ISBN: 0080237614 TITLE: Current Concepts in Kinin Research AUTHOR: Haberland, G.L. AUTHOR: Hamberg, U. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 285 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. A comprehensive review of the latest developments in kinin research, with contributions by over thirty leading workers in the field PUBDATE: 19790601 LISTPRICE: 61.00 TOC: Functions and mechanisms of the kinin system: The role of kinin system in male fertility, A. Gecse et al.
Bile may be a stimulus for activation of duodenal kallikrein during digestion, N.H. Frankish, and I.J. Zeitlin
(11 contributions in all)
Kallikreins and methods of determination: Studies on the physiological function of glandular kallikrein by radioimmunoassay, E. Fink et al.
A new assay for urinary kallikrein, D.H. Morris and J.M. Stewart
(9 contributions in all)
Intrinsic blood clotting and plasma kinin formation: The evaluation of hog pancreatic kinonogenase and methods of measurement, C.M. Ayling et al.
Bradykinin radioimmunoassay in plasma kininase determination, R. Sipila and I. Torstila
(5 contributions in all)
Characterization of plasma kininogens - kinin potentiation: Heterogeneity of native and isolated human plasma kininogens, U. Turpeinen and U. Hamberg
The kinin system and non-adrenergic, non-cholinergic (NANC) nerves in the colon, I.J. Zeitlin et al.
Index
END
ISBN: 0080237924
TITLE: Lipid Analysis
AUTHOR: Christie, W.W.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 224
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. This book is a practical guide in one compact volume to the complexities of the analysis of lipids from animal and plant tissues. Methods for chromatography, chemical analysis and spectroscopy of lipids are critically described with 900 references. The basic principles of each technique are discussed and selected procedures are described in such detail that the book should serve as a primary source, of value at the laboratory bench. Chapters follow a logical sequence from the extraction of lipids from tissues to the isolation and characteriaation of particular lipid classes and of the molecular species of each. In this second edition there is a chapter on the separation of lipoprotein classes.
PUBDATE: 19821001
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TOC: (partial) The structure, chemistry and occurrence of lipids. The isolation of lipids from tissues. Chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis of lipids - general principles. The preparation of derivatives of lipids. The analysis of fatty acids. The analysis of simple lipid classes. The analysis of complex lipids. The analysis of molecular species of lipids. Structural analysis of lipids by means of enzymatic hydrolysis. The analysis and radioassay of isotopically-labelled lipids. The separation of plasma lipoproteins. Appendix A - Commercial sources of lipids. Appendix B - Sources of information. References. Index.
END
ISBN: 0080239188
TITLE: Alkali Metal and Ammonium Chlorides in Water and Heavy Water (Binary Systems)
AUTHOR: Cohen-Adad, R.
AUTHOR: Lorimer, J.W.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 564
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
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DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume surveys the data available in the literature for solid-fluid solubility equilibria plus selected solid-liquid-vapour equilibria, for binary systems containing alkali and ammonium chlorides in water or heavy water. Solubilities covered are lithium chloride, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, rubidium chloride, caesium chloride and ammonium chloride in water and heavy water.
PUBDATE: 19910701
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TOC: Foreword. Preface. Introduction to the Solubility of Solids in Liquids. Binary Systems in Water. Lithium chloride. Sodium chloride. Potassium chloride. Rubidium chloride. Caesium chloride. Ammonium chloride. Binary Systems in Heavy Water. Solubilities in the systems: Alkali metal chloride-D2O-H2O. Lithium chloride. Sodium chloride. Potassium chloride. Caesium chloride. System index. Formula/name/registry number index. Registry number index. Author index.
END
ISBN: 008023920X
TITLE: Alkaline Earth Hydroxides in Water and Aqueous Solutions
AUTHOR: Lambert, I.
AUTHOR: Clever, H.L.
EDITION:
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PAGES: 390
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
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DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume contains evaluated data on the solubility of beryllium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, strontium hydroxide and barium hydroxide in water and in a number of electrolyte and nonelectrolyte solutions in water.
The alkaline earth hydroxides can be divided into two groups depending on the hydration of the solid. First, the sparingly soluble anhydrous beryllium, magnesium and calcium hydroxides, whose freshly precipitated solids are poorly crystalline and show decreasing solubility with aging, and whose solubility in water decreases with increasing temperature. Second, the soluble strontium and barium hydroxide octahydrates that form crystalline precipitates which do not show changes in solubility on aging, and whose solubility in water increases with increasing temperature.
PUBDATE: 19921001
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TOC: Foreword. Preface. Introduction to the solubility of solids in liquids. Acknowledgements. The Solubility of Beryllium Hydroxide in Water and in Various Aqueous Systems. Evaluation of beryllium hydroxide systems. Data compilations. The Solubility of Magnesium Hydroxide in Water and in Various Aqueous Systems. Evaluation of magnesium hydroxide systems. Data compilations. The Solubility of Calcium Hydroxide in Water and in Various Aqueous Systems. Evaluation of calcium hydroxide systems. Data compilations. The Solubility of Strontium Hydroxide in Water and in Various Aqueous Systems. Evaluation of strontium hydroxide systems. Data compilations. The Solubility of Barium Hydroxide in Water and in Various Aqueous Systems. Evaluation of barium hydroxide systems. Data compilations. System index. Registry number index. Author index. Solubility Data Series: published and forthcoming volumes.
END
ISBN: 0080245242
TITLE: Environment in Key Words
AUTHOR: Paenson, I.
EDITION:
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PAGES: 930
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Environmental problems ignore international boundaries. Toxic wastes travel by water and air, sometimes displacing the effects of an environmental disaster entirely outside of its country of origin. It is now understood that to overcome the problems that face us international co-operation is required. This important work is designed to assist in that process, by helping to break down the language barriers that stand between countries. The manual, written in parallel English, German, French and Russian texts, provides the basic tools of communication in the specialized fields of environmental sciences between speakers of these languages. Each chapter has been revised in each separate language by specialists in the field to guarantee the authenticity of the information presented. The author is unique in his approach, presenting the key-words in context, as opposed to simple glossary entries, allowing the reader to fully understand the complex rel
PUBDATE: 19900401
LISTPRICE: 426.00
REVIEW: 1991
It is difficult to imagine a library, or a professional translator, without this fundamental work...it is a must.
(The Science of Total Environment)
TOC: Volume 1. Preface. Introduction. Directions for use of the manual. Abbreviations. The Ecological Balance. Introduction (Ecosystems). Atmosphere: Structure; Radiation characteristics; Other physical characteristics; Climate; Chemical composition. Hydrosphere: The ocean and the salt lakes; Fresh water. Geosphere: Physical characteristics; Non-renewable natural resources. Biogeochemical Cycles in Ecosystems: Introduction; The carbon cycle; The nitrogen cycle; The phosphorous cycle. Disruption of the Ecological Balance. Introduction. The Underlying Causes: Population growth and geographical distribution. Direct Factors: Pollution and nuisances; Overconsumption and waste of natural resources. Some Measures for the Re-establishment of the Ecological Balance. Control of the Indirect Factors: Planning of growth and geographical distribution of the human population. Control of the Direct Factors: Control of pollution and nuisances; Management of natural resources; Legal aspects of the environment in the international plane. Postscript ("Death of the forests"). Postface. Short bibliography. Volume 2. Indices (English, French, German and Russian).
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ISBN: 0080247652
TITLE: Applied Industrial Control
AUTHOR: Singh, M.G.
AUTHOR: Elloy, J-P.
AUTHOR: Mezencev, R.
AUTHOR: Munro, N.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 450
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. This book is much more than a standard control text and aims to provide a bridge between the theory taught in academic institutions and the pragmatic practice of industrial control. Currently the microprocessor revolution is having a major impact on automatic control and instrumentation practice. A significant part of the book is devoted to microprocessors and their use in the control context. The book is essentially divided into three parts covering (1) the hardware and software aspects of microprocessors; (2) control algorithms which can be used in the industrial context and (3) the technology of measurement and actuation and how it is being modified by the introduction of microprocessors. Each chapter contains numerous worked examples and exercises. Uses SI Units
PUBDATE: 19800801
LISTPRICE: 51.00
TOC: (partial) Introduction to industrial control
Microcomputer hardware
Mini- and micro-computer software
Analysis and design for single variable systems
Multivariable control systems
Industrial measurements technology
Technology of regulations and actuators
Advanced control techniques
Indexes
END
ISBN: 0080249205
TITLE: Fish Aquaculture
AUTHOR: Meske, C.P.B.
AUTHOR: Vogt, F.
EDITION:
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PAGES: 247
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Aquaculture has gained a momentum throughout the world during recent decades which is unparalleled in other branches of food production. This book describes methods currently used for the production of those warm water table fish which are of major importance. Included are experiments and procedures which will help to combat the growing food problem through new production methods for animal protein. The aim of the work presented here is to promote the continuous production of warm water table fish independently of climate or environment within the least necessary space and even in regions with unsuitable weather or topography.
PUBDATE: 19850701
LISTPRICE: 128.00
REVIEW: 1987
The book clearly contains the data which will be of interest to the student of aquaculture. The layout of the text, graphics and tables is exemplary.
(Aquaculture, 61)
TOC: Introduction. Aquaculture - the concept. Aquaculture - in practice. The development of new techniques for aquaculture. Research into the management, feeding and breeding of carp in warm water. Experiments on the management, feeding and propagation of other warm water cultured table fish. The application of warm water fish culture in research and practice. References. Index.
END
ISBN: 0080249272
TITLE: Gastrointestinal Emergencies - 2
AUTHOR: Barany, F.R.
AUTHOR: Shields, R.
AUTHOR: Caprilli, R.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 184
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Supplements the Proceedings of the first Gastrointestinal Emergencies Conference held in 1975 and, together with it, provides the first full and comprehensive description of all major gastrointestinal emergencies.
PUBDATE: 19800801
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TOC: (partial) Electrolyte and metabolic disturbances in GI emergencies. Controlled clinical trials in GI emergencies. Acute toxic hepatitis. Selected topics. Short reports.
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ISBN: 008024940X
TITLE: The Development of Responsiveness to Steroid Hormones
AUTHOR: Kaye, A.M.
AUTHOR: Kaye, M.
EDITION:
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PAGES: 483
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Focusses attention on an aspect of steroid hormone action which promises to hold an increasingly important place in future research. Responsiveness occurs in cells where there is an apparently adequate quantity of the appropriate receptor, yet little or no response to the hormone. A solution to the difficult problem of how the Steroid-receptor complex modulates RNA transcription may be found in part by a study of systems in which the phenomenon of responsiveness is exhibited
PUBDATE: 19800201
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TOC: Sequential acquisition of responsiveness to estrogen in the rat uterus
Regulation of prolactin synthesis by estrogen
Rodent alpha
Influence of rat estradiol binding plasma protein (EBP) on estrogen binding to its receptor and on induced biological responses
Ontogeny of the receptor and responsiveness to estrogen in the genital tract of the chick embryo
Ontogeny of steroid receptors in the guinea pig
Estrogen receptor in the mammalian liver: developmental and metabolic apsects
END
ISBN: 0080251935
TITLE: Life After School
AUTHOR: McGuire, J.
AUTHOR: Priestley, P.
EDITION:
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PAGES: 239
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. This book addresses itself to the situation in which those who are about to leave school, or who have recently left, find themselves. It outlines the development of social skills training and its relevance to the problems of young people as they see them; describes its methods and how to apply them; and provides a large number of practical exercises for direct use
PUBDATE: 19810901
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REVIEW: 82/1
I found it fascinating, for example, to learn about the origins of brainstorming and other methods. I found the section on role play the most useful I have read, and the references and lists of further sources were equally helpful. It certainly caused me to review what I am doing in this field and gave me a structure within which to reflect.
(Youth in Society)
TOC: Introduction. Social skills training: the background. The problems. Social skills methods and how to use them. Programme materials - self assessment - interacting with others - job search - leisure - money - rights - meeting the opposite sex. The social skills curriculum. List of addresses. References.
END
ISBN: 0080255167
TITLE: Night and Shift Work: Biological and Social Aspects
AUTHOR: Reinberg, A.
AUTHOR: Vieux, N.
AUTHOR: Andlauer, P.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 509
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. A comprehensive account of the effects, both physical and mental, of shift work. Particular attention is paid to circadian rhythms and sleep patterns, although other topics such as safety and job satisfaction are also discussed.
PUBDATE: 19810501
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TOC: Methods of data gathering and analysis
Laboratory experiments
Sleep disturbances
Health, well-being and job satisfaction
Safety
Studies on circadian rhythm amplitude pertinent on shift work problems
Field studies
Social and psychological aspects.
END
ISBN: 0080255329
TITLE: Ovarian Cancer
AUTHOR: Newman, C.E.
AUTHOR: Ford, C.H.J.
AUTHOR: Jordan, J.A.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 249
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Internationally recognised experts have contributed individual chapters on a variety of topics ranging from histopathology through surgical, radiotherapeutic and chemotherapeutic treatment modalities to
Advances in the histopathology of ovarian tumours
The epidemiology of ovarian cancer
Patterns of spread of ovarian carcinoma: relation to therapeutic strategies
Ovarian cancer serum markers
Prognostic indicators and staging
Design in clinical trials for the treatment of ovarian cancer
Malignant ovarian tumours in children
Current status of treatment for patients with ovarian cancer
Surgery for ovarian cancer
Role of radiotherapy in the treatment of ovarian carcinoma
Adjuvant and first line chemotherapy for ovarian cancer
Cisplatin in adrenocarcinoma of the ovary: a critical review
Clinical applications of
Immunology and immunotherapy of ovarian cancer END ISBN: 0080258913 TITLE: Recent Advances in the Chronobiology of Allergy and Immunology AUTHOR: Smolensky, M.H. AUTHOR: Reinberg, A. AUTHOR: McGovern, J. P. EDITION: VOLUME: PAGES: 358 PUBLISHER: Pergamon BINDING: HC DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. PUBDATE: 19801101 LISTPRICE: 70.00 TOC: The clinical chronobiology of allergy and asthma
The chronopharmacology of allergy and asthma
The chronoepidemiology of allergy and asthma
The chronoimmunology of allergy and asthma
Index
END
ISBN: 0080260616
TITLE: Women and Media
AUTHOR: Baehr, H.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 142
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Explores not only the attitudes towards and stereotyping of women in the mass media but also the employment of women in executive roles in the programmes or media themselves, both in the US and the UK. Essentially a state of the art collection, it is offered in book form because of its intrinsic interest and importance in women's studies.
PUBDATE: 19801201
LISTPRICE: 20.95
TOC: Women in broadcasting (US) de Jure, de Facto, B Murray Eddings. Watching the family, J Booth. The 'liberated woman' in television drama, H Baehr. Women and radio, A Karpf. Overworking the working woman: the double day in a mass magazine, N Glazer. He admits...but she confesses, P Stewart.
END
ISBN: 008026204X
TITLE: Comprehensive Biotechnology : 4-Volume Set
AUTHOR: Moo-Young, M.
EDITION:
VOLUME: 4-Volume Set
PAGES: 3764
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Modern biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field which deals with the practical use of microbial, plant or animal cells to produce goods or perform services for industry, trade and commerce. It is a symbiotic integration of aspects of several subjects whose literature is presently scattered among many specialist publications. Written and organized by the world's foremost biotechnology experts, this publication is be the most authoritative work of its kind. It provides information essential to researchers and students in academic, industrial and government institutions. It is also indispensable to personnel in manufacturing and service industries, particularly those involved with pharmaceuticals, foods and beverages, fuels, chemicals, waste treatment, agriculture, mining and medicine.
PUBDATE: 19851201
LISTPRICE: 1640.00
REVIEW: ...work which lives up to its billing...the absense of stuffiness in the prose on inhibitory jargon is a strong incentive for the reader to explore the text rather than merely to use it for reference...Specialists have generally judged the treatments of their own areas to be thorough, well illustrated, topical and generously referenced...Murray Moo-Young and his colleagues have brought off a notable success in producing this work...Comprehensive Biotechnology will be an essential purchase for all departments and institutions, academic or industrial, that claim an interest in any aspect of the ill-defined field popularly known as biotechnology...
(Nature, Volume 321)
REVIEW: Comprehensive Biotechnology is a 4-volume, 3764 page, 250 author and 10 editor opus whose place on the shelves of the biotechnologically active is a
(R.E. Spier, Department of Microbiology, University of Surrey)
REVIEW: ...As a first base of reference these volumes are a good source of literature in biotechnology...an excellent and valuable set of volumes on the principles and practice of biotechnology...The editors are to be congratulated...
(Chemistry and Industry)
REVIEW: ...It contains useful information for students, teachers and administrators...Section one presents excellent discussions of bioreactor design, operation and control...This set is well illustrated with photographs and diagrams and extensive bibliographies are included with many chapters...it should be included in the libraries of any academic unit or industry which has workers involved in biotechnology. There is something for everyone. The browsing student will find much to inspire his enthusiasm for the subject, while the comprehensive treatment of many topics and extensive bibliographies will be extremely useful for the professional...
(Journal of the American Chemical Society, Volume 108, Number 12)
REVIEW: A fine addition to Pergamon Press' series of Comprehensive...titles. The four-volume set is coherently arranged and well indexed, and the scientific and engineering credentials of the writers and editors are excellent. The set is easy to use; each volume contains an index to the full set, a glossary and the contents of the other volumes. The subject coverage is comprehensive. Highly recommended for comprehensive graduate collections in biology and essential for any biotechnology collection. For small colleges and large public libraries.
(Choice)
REVIEW: ...Comprehensive Biotechnology delineates and collates all aspects of the subject. This handsomely bound and well indexed work contains a lot of information and facts of traditional biotechnology and new important developments in this field. It is directed at chemical engineers, microbiologists, genetisists and administrators. Both researchers and students, experts and beginners will gain something from reading this work...will be an indispensable reference source not only for biotechnologists...It can be recommended warmly...It will find many friends and it ought to be not lacking in libraries, laboratories and industry.
(Acta Biotechnology, Volume 6)
REVIEW: ...Comprehensive Biotechnology fills an important niche in publications on biotechnology and largely succeeds in its objective of integrating information on this interdisciplinary subject...Comprehensive Biotechnology largely succeeds in its intention to be the standard reference work in the field.
(Federation of European Biochemical Societies)
TOC: (partial) Volume 1: The Principles of Biotechnology: Scientific Fundamentals; chemical and biochemical fundamentals; biological fundamentals; physical and physio-chemical fundamentals. Volume 2: The Principles of Biotechnology: Engineering Considerations; process engineering, operations and equipment. Volume 3: The Practice of Biotechnology: Current Commodity Products; health care products; foods and beverages; chemicals, biochemicals and fuels. Volume 4: The Practice of Biotechnology: Specialty Products and Service Activities; specialized activities and potential applications; waste treatment and utilization; governmental regulations and public concerns. Index.
"An essential purchase for all departments and institutions, academic or industrial, that claim an interest in any aspect of the field popularly known as biotechnology." Nature. "Comprehensive Biotechnology is just that. It is an exhaustive collection in four volumes of reviews of every conceivable angle of biotechnology. The volumes are extensively referenced and meticulously indexed. This set should be a standard purchase item for every college library and the libaries of most biology and chemical engineering departments." American Society for Microbiology News. "This set justifies the tag ' comprehensive' and one salutes the sheer energy and persistence needed to carry the venture through. It generally meets the key requirement of such a multi-authored treatise in being organized and structured. Given a field where diversity and an explosive development threaten to engulf those engaged in it, that is greatly to be welcomed." Process Biochemistry.
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ISBN: 0080263828
TITLE: Recent Advances in Neuropsychopharmacology
AUTHOR: Angrist, B.
AUTHOR: Burrows, G.D.
AUTHOR: Lader, M.
AUTHOR: Lingjaerde, O.
AUTHOR: Sedvall, G.C.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 401
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This CINP meeting brings together clinicians and basic scientists from many disciplines for the integration of knowledge necessary for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous systems, whether manifested by psychiatric, neurologic or endocrine disorders
PUBDATE: 19810401
LISTPRICE: 87.00
TOC: Psychostimulants in psychiatric research. Evaluation of psychotropic drugs in general practice. Blood platelets as a model system for central monoaminergic neurons. Anxiety: neurotransmitters, pathways and drugs. Biochemistry of the human CSF. Towards a biochemical classification of psychiatric disorders. Pharmacokinetic studies of psychotropic drugs.
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ISBN: 0080263984
TITLE: Gastric Cancer
AUTHOR: Fielding, J.W.L.
AUTHOR: Newman, C.E.
AUTHOR: Ford, C.H.J.
AUTHOR: Jones, B.G.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 247
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Presents a summary of present knowledge concerning the diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer. Topic oriented panel discussions and questions raised after delivery of individual papers have also been included, along with the review articles which form the basis of the publication
PUBDATE: 19810701
LISTPRICE: 53.00
TOC: (partial) Changing patterns in the incidence of gastric cancer, T. Hirayama. Regional variations and established prognostic factors in gastric cancer, J.A.H. Waterhouse. Nutrates and bacteriology, M. Hill. Iatrogenic hypochlorydia, T.J. Mustcroft & J. Alexander-Williams. Gastric precancer states, M. Crespi & N. Munoz. Methods and results (cost effectiveness) of gastric cancer screening, T. Hirayama. Application of serum and gastric juice tumour markers to early diagnosis and screening of gastric cancer, I. Hakkinen. Histopathology of gastric cancer, D.W. Day. Image analysis in the cytological diagnosis of carcinoma of the stomach and oesophagus, H. Thompson
Developments in melatonin histophysiology
Advances in melatonin physiology
Progress in molecular endocrinology of melatonin
New results in human melatonin research
Appendix - melatonin and rebound phenomenon
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ISBN: 008026509X
TITLE: Solid State Nuclear Track Detectors
AUTHOR: Fowler, P.H.
AUTHOR: Clapham, V.M.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 991
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. The track detector conference was held under the joint auspices of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and the University of Bristol. This proceedings volume contains over 160 papers which cover the latest developments and applications of solid state nuclear track detectors in medicine, physics, chemistry, space research, geology and other fields.
PUBDATE: 19820201
LISTPRICE: 283.00
TOC: (partial) Fundamental Mechanisms: Can dosimetric quantities describe charged particle tracks in matter? H Paretzke. Practical Detectors: Microautoradiography with gelatine, M Najzer et al. Specification of emulsion response through track theory, R Katz. Status of development in the field of CR-39 track detectors, G Somogyi. Nuclear track detection by avalanche-type processes: electrochemical etching, spark and breakdown counter, L Tammasino. On the improved energy resolution of glass track recorders, A P Sharma et al. Applications: The current status and problems of fission-track dating, S A Durrani. The interaction between basic science and engineering technology in the nuclear power field, B Edmondson. Radon transport in the earth: a tool for uranium exploration and earthquake prediction, R L Fleischer & A Mogro-Campero. Application of nuclear track detectors in biology and medicine, E V Benton. Automated Analysis Systems: Computerized track analysis of high-energy accelerated argon-projectile fragments, E V Benton et al.
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ISBN: 0080268323
TITLE: ICRP Publication 30: Limits for Intakes of Radionuclides by Workers, Part 2, 30
AUTHOR: International Commission on Radiological Protection, .
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES:
PUBLISHER: Elsevier
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. This part gives metabolic data for 30 further elements, including Annual Limits on Intakes (ALI's) for their isotopes. The data given in this report are intended to be used together with the text and dosimetric models described in ICRP Publication 30, Part 1.
PUBDATE: 19801101
LISTPRICE: 35.00
TOC: Statement and recommendations of the International Commission on Radiological Protection from its 1980 meeting. Elements: Fluorine. Sodium. Sulphur. Chlorine. Argon. Potassium. Calcium. Chromium. Iron. Copper. Zinc. Bromine. Rubidium. Yttrium. Technetium. Ruthenium. Rhodium. Silver. Cadmium. Indium. Xenon. Barium. Rhenium. Osmium. Iridium. Gold. Mercury. Lead. Bismuth. Neptunium.
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ISBN: 0080268331
TITLE: ICRP Publication 30: Limits for Intake of Radionuclides by Workers, Supplement to Part 2
AUTHOR: ICRP
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 751
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This supplement gives relevant dosimetric data for radionuclides considered in ICRP Publication Number 30, Part 2.
PUBDATE: 19801201
LISTPRICE: 149.00
TOC: Dosimetric data.
There are three major success factors by which to measure encyclopedic works. Two of these are under the control of the editor; the completeness of the work relative to the intent of the effort and the ease with which material may be located. The third is the degree to which researchers, scholars, students and others utilize the work and reference it in their own efforts... The completeness of this encyclopedia is perhaps one of its major achievements. An attempt has been made to include systems and control aspects of virtually every aspect of scientific and engineering endeavour... The second major measure of success is...accomplished by the inclusion of Indexes and a "Guide to Use of the Encyclopedia"... It is my recommendation that this encyclopedia is a must acquisition for every major library where support is given to the topics covered in systems and control. The writings are in good style, the depth of coverage in such a diverse field is excellent and the indexing is a definite plus for all users. In addition, universities in which these topics are a major activity, should acquire departmental copies for use of faculty and students alike. It is my expectation that as the encyclopedia finds its way to the shelves of most libraries, it will become a major citation source.
(IEEE Transactions on Systems Man and Cybernetics)
REVIEW: 1988
... highly recommended as a source for faculty, students, and researchers involved in systems and control ... an important contribution to ... the newest "metadiscipline."
(Choice)
REVIEW: 1988
...the number of articles and subjects covered is veritably stupendous and could be managed only by the orchestration of people who see the field as a whole...The project organizers are to be congratulated for their success and to be rendered professional thanks...they have designed the work so that it is not static but can grow with the expected introduction of new developments in the field...the publication of regular supplementary volumes is already in preparation...The Encyclopedia, to my mind, has the best chances to become
(Fuzzy Sets and Systems)
REVIEW: 1988
Perhaps the greatest contribution of this Encyclopedia will be to spur greater development of this area of study, to complement the great array of contributions reflected in its eight volumes.
(John N. Warfield, George Mason University, USA, Systems Research, Volume 5)
REVIEW: 1988
Its reference value cannot be underestimated. Researchers and practitioners in this area of 'systems and control' will be at a grave disadvantage if their institutions do not offer this edition on the library shelves.
(Systems Practice Press)
TOC: (partial) Theory: Modelling and simulation. Physical systems modelling. Identification. Estimation theory. Signal processing. Simulation techniques. Model simplification. Systems and control theory. Fuzzy systems. Pattern recognition. Realization theory for linear and nonlinear systems. Computer-aided design of control systems. Multivariable control. Distributed parameter systems. Discrete systems. Self-tuning regulators and adaptive control. Optimization and operations research. Static optimization. Dynamic optimization. Optimal control. Game theory. Stochastic systems. Robustness and sensitivity. Complex systems theory. Hierarchical optimization and control. Decentralized control. Model simplification for complex systems. Stability of interconnected systems. Team theory. Technology: Technology of actuators. Special actuators required in communications, power generation, nuclear industry, etc. Measurements in the control area. Intelligent instrumentation. Measurements in the biological area. Environmental measurements. Measurements in chemistry. Database management. Distributed control. Applications: Technological applications. Process control in chemical industries. Control of power generation and distribution. Control in aeronautics and space robotics. Semitechnological applications. Road traffic control. Air traffic control. Other transportation systems. Manufacturing systems. Building systems. Utility systems. Communication systems. Management systems. Healthcare systems. Social effects of automation. Nontechnological applications. Modelling and control of biological systems. Biomedical engineering. Environmental systems. Agricultural systems. Indexes.
END
ISBN: 0080288847
TITLE: ICRP Publication 30: Limits for Intakes of Radionuclides by Workers: Index
AUTHOR: ICRP
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 73
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. A subject index and a comprehensive index of radionuclides considered in all parts and supplements of ICRP Publication 30.
PUBDATE: 19820801
LISTPRICE: 14.00
TOC: Index. Index to radionuclides.
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ISBN: 0080292089
TITLE: Copper and Silver Halates
AUTHOR: Miyamoto, H.
AUTHOR: Woolley, E.M.
AUTHOR: Salomon, M.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 266
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound.
..in most instances, the authors are indeed the leaders of the field under discussion.
(American Scientist, Volume 74,)
TOC: (partial) Introduction, P Reizenstein & G Mathé. Oncogenes as a general model in carcinogenesis, J P Levy. Retroviruses and oncogenes in human leukemia and lymphoma, R C Gallo
...a very significant reference work... truly international...is extensive and contains the contributions of a wide range of educators and experts... The important contribution by Colin Titmus, as Editor, is the reason why there is coherence and an overall structure...very well structured, clearly set out, written by specialists in their fields... For the professional practitioner who wants an authoritative, concise and reliable volume about the field in which he or she works, then the Titmus Handbook is what is required.
(Australian Journal of Adult and Community Education)
REVIEW: 1990
Pergamon Press is to be congratulated for providing a valuable reference work on adult education in a useful one-volume format...not only a most valuable work of reference, but also a source of knowledge and ideas which undoubtedly will stimulate planners, administrators and practitioners in the field of adult education.
(Convergence)
REVIEW: 1991
Every profession, indeed every skilled trade, ought to have 'a book,' preferably 'the book' somewhere in its development. Some have needed to be chained to reading stands; some run to shelves of volumes; all perform the function of both symbolizing and realizing access to the critical dimensions of the activity: its language(s); its basic concepts and ideas; its locations, formal and informal; its outstanding members; its points of access and career possibilities; and, a vision of its future. Lifelong Education for Adults, notwithstanding its curious title, promises to perform a good many of those functions for adult education throughout the world.
(Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education)
TOC: The Handbook comprises 127 articles, written by international specialists, which provide international coverage of research and studies in adult education thoughout the world. Articles include: Theory and Principles, Purposes of Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Education for Change, Participation and Recruitment, Teaching and Learning, Providers of Adult Education, Target Groups, Older and Disabled Adults, Systems of Adult Education, Regional and International Organization, Legislation and Finance, and Research in Adult Education. .
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ISBN: 0080314368
TITLE: Advances in Organic Geochemistry 1983
AUTHOR: Schenck, P.A.
AUTHOR: De Leeuw, J.W.
AUTHOR: Lijmbach, G.W.M.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 944
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Papers cover biomarkers, porphyrins, recent sediments and particulate matter, kerogen, coal, petroleum and gas and other miscellaneous topics. The meeting, from which they are drawn, was held under the auspices of the European Association of Organic Geochemists.
PUBDATE: 19850601
LISTPRICE: 176.00
TOC: (partial) Formation of immature asphalt from organic-rich carbonate rocks - II. Correlations of maturation indicators, E Tannenbaum & Z Aizenshtat. Quantitative gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis of geological samples, J Rulkötter et al. Characterization of petroleum source rocks and shales by pyrolysis-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry-multiple ion detection, R P Philp & T D Gilbert. Biodegradation of aromatic hydrocarbons in crude oils from the Barrow Sub-basin of Western Australia, J K Volkman et al. Computerised GC-MS examination of petroporphyrins, G Eglinton et al. Occurrence of tetra-aromatic aza-arenes in petroleum, J M Schmitter et al. Some aspects of the surface chemistry of coal, kerogen and bitumen as revealed by ESCA, D T Clark & R Wilson. Geolipid, pollen and diatom stratigraphy in postglacial lacustrine sediments, P A Meyers et al. Lipids of aquatic organisms as potential contributors to lacustrine sediments, N Robinson et al. Geochemistry of a naturally occurring massive marine gas hydrate, K A Kvenvolden et al.
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ISBN: 0080314988
TITLE: Advances in Enzyme Regulation, Volume 22
AUTHOR: Weber, G.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 578
PUBLISHER: Elsevier
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. One of a series of volumes designed to advance our knowledge a few steps ahead of the general front of mammalian enzyme regulation studies. Subjects covered include chemotherapy through metabolic regulation, regulation of purine metabolism in normal and cancer cells, regulation of gene expression, regulation of membrane events, hormonal and nutritional regulation, regulation at the molecular level, regulation of transport and enzyme production in purine metabolism, enzymes as targets of chemotherapy, regulation through protein phosphorylation, and regulation of cyclic nucleotide system.
PUBDATE: 19840501
LISTPRICE: 100.00
TOC: Session Titles: Enzymology of folate metabolism and analysis of combined drug action (Chairman: C F Cori). Enzymic targets of guanylate synthesis in chemotherapy (Chairman: J Laszlo). Enzymology of hepatocarcinogenesis (Chairman: R L Merriman). Metabolic consequences and resistance in chemotherapy (Chairman: R H Earhart). Enzymic targets of cancer chemotherapy (Chairman: Y-C Cheng). Biological role of protein kinase (Chairman: D M Gibson). Selective advantages of cancer cells and enzymic targets (Chairman: J G Cory). Structural determinants in key enzymes (Chairman: R K Robins). Targets of alkylating agents and phospholipids (Chairman: J J Catino). Regulation of key enzyme activities by phosphorylation (Chairman: E W Holmes). Special symposium lecture on the specificity of tyrosine protein kinases, J E Casnellie & E G Krebs.
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ISBN: 0080317014
TITLE: Progress in Retinal Research
AUTHOR: Osborne, N.N.
AUTHOR: Chader, G.J.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 358
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. One of a series of volumes that highlight new and fast-moving areas in retinal research identified by involved investigators. Work on the retina is important in itself and also because it serves as a relatively simple model for the brain. Not only those interested in vision research will find this series useful, but also those interested in the broader aspects of CNS function. The contributors write from a relatively personal viewpoint and provide new, up-to-date material to keep the reader abreast of current developments, as well as background information of longer term archival interest. Each paper provides an overview of a research area along with theoretical and practical guidelines for future work.
PUBDATE: 19840701
LISTPRICE: 77.00
TOC: Morphological studies on the development of the retina, K Meller. Neural architecture of the cat retina, H Kolb & R Nelson. Indoleamines in the eye with special reference to the serotonergic neurones of the retina, N N Osborne. Axonal transport in retinal ganglion cells, J-O Karlsson. Interactions between photoexcited rhodopsin and light-activated enzymes in rods, H Kuhn. Phosphodiesterase activation in rod outer segments, A Knowles. Identification and localization of biologically active peptides in the vertebrate retina, N C Brecha et al. Color vision, P Gouras. Visual adaptation and retinal gain controls, R Shapley & C Enroth-Cugell.
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ISBN: 0080318355
TITLE: Westminster Workshop
AUTHOR: Mosley, R.K.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 249
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. The fifth edition of this best-selling textbook serves as an introduction to the study of Parliament and Government in modern Britain and has been written primarily to help candidates taking GCE examinations on British Government. The book is not only a straightforward account of how British political institutions work but also discusses many of the controversial issues affecting the British political scene in the 1980's. The reader's attention is drawn to such thought-provoking questions as: Is the Cabinet too powerful? Is the House of Lords superfluous? Is the procedure of the House of Commons adequate to cope effectively with modern conditions? The text, reading lists and examination questions in this new edition have been thoroughly revised and updated. A new feature is the addition of Case Studies, to provide the student with practical exercises linked to the process of government.
PUBDATE: 19850701
LISTPRICE: 21.00
TOC: Government and politics - their content and importance. Basic principles of the constitution. Elections and parties. Party, parliament and government. The House of Commons - the nation's watchdog? Legislation: finance. The House of Commons at work. The House of Lords. The Monarchy. Government departments. The civil service. The nationalized industries. Delegated legislation: administration tribunals: ombudsmen. The law courts in England. Local government in England and Wales. Local government - digging deeper. The European community. Examination techniques. Appendix A - Political Concepts; B - Examiners' Reports; C - 1983 Election Results. Index.
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ISBN: 0080319866
TITLE: Advances in Enzyme Regulation, Volume 24
AUTHOR: Weber, G.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 500
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume concentrates on a central issue of great current interest in human and experimental chemotherapy, Enzyme Pattern-Targeted Chemotherapy. The topics include sessions on enzymes in strategic metabolic pathways and the drugs directed against the enzymes. The 27 articles by distinguished authors in this volume provide much new information that illuminates the experimental and clinical approaches of this fascinating aspect of chemotherapy.
PUBDATE: 19851201
LISTPRICE: 184.00
REVIEW: 1986
...The papers by the distinguished authors in this volume provide much new information that illuminates the experimental and clinical approaches of enzyme patter-targeted chemotherapy.
(Source unknown)
TOC: Dihydrofolate reductase as a target of chemotherapy, Chairman: F M Huennekens. IMP dehydrogenase-directed chemotherapy, Chairman: J G Cory. Polyamine synthetic enzymes as targets of chemotherapy, Chairman: R A Malt. Potentiation by alkylating agents of antimetabolite action, Chairman: S Eckhardt. Chemotherapy targeted against glutamine-utilizing enzymes, Chairman: G L Neil. Interaction of drugs with plasma membrane targets, Chairman: H Grünicke. Nucleic acid-targeted irreversible inhibitors, Chairman: E Reich. Enzymic targets of nucleoside analogs, Chairman: G B Elion. DNA polymerase and ribonucleotide reductase as targets for chemotherapy, Chairman: J Laszlo. Potentiation of antimetabolite action, Chairman: I Kline. Overview of the conference, F M Huennekens. Author index. Subject index.
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ISBN: 0080319890
TITLE: Frontiers in Histamine Research - A Tribute to Heinz Schild
AUTHOR: Ganellin, C.R.
AUTHOR: Schwartz, J.-C.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 464
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Focuses on recent studies into the actions and roles of histamine in the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, central nervous and immune systems. Recent advances herald another major breakthrough in histamine research and include new histochemical approaches to visualisation of histamine-synthesising and storing cells, more specific enzyme inhibitors and new methods for studying histamine biosynthesis and metabolism. Drugs to block the effect of histamine have a well established place in such clinical areas as allergy, inflammation, and gastroenterology. Current research anticipates new exciting opportunities for therapy in neurobiology and immunology.
PUBDATE: 19850601
LISTPRICE: 92.00
TOC: (partial) Some newer H
...The editors are to be congratulated...The book reflects accurately the lively and stimulating atmosphere of the Symposium...
(Clinical Endocrinology, volume 24, number 6)
REVIEW: May 1986
...the 51 papers touch on just about every aspect of the pineal gland one might expect to be treated, and thus the sheer comprehensiveness of the coverage commends the book. Pineal gland enthusiasts will find it to be a useful addition to their speciality collection
(EPSG Newsletter, number 15)
TOC: (partial) Mechanisms for controlling pineal activity: an overview, D P Cardinali et al. Sympathetic regulation of rat pineal cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase. Involvement of alpha and beta adrenoreceptors, M I Vacas et al. Benzodiazepine receptors in mammalian pineal gland, P R Lowenstein et al. 5-Methoxyindoles, pineal peptides and reproduction, P Pevet. Isolation and characterization of a prolactin-like peptide from the ovine pineal gland, H P J M Noteborn et al. Pineal indoles and reproduction: retrospect and prospect, R J Reiter. Effect of light wavelength on the seasonal collapse of the male Syrian hamster reproductive system, G C Brainard et al. The central nervous system, peripheral glands and the pineal, I Nir. Night and seasonal synaptic ribbon and synaptic ribbon field counts in two species of fossorial hibernatory ground squirrels, E C Hurlbut et al. Melatonin and core temperature rhythms in chronic insomnia, G J MacFarlane et al.
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ISBN: 0080319920
TITLE: The Pineal Gland: Endocrine Aspects
AUTHOR: Brown, G.M.
AUTHOR: Wainwright, S.D.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES:
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This book contains a state-of-the-art view of the field of pineal research. It focuses on the pineal itself as well as on its relationship to endocrine function and psychiatric disorder. The following issues are covered by experts in the field: regulation of the pineal gland and in particular its relationship to circadian rhythms, the role of the pineal gland in seasonal and non-seasonal reproduction, the role of the pineal gland in humans and mammalian physiology, abnormalities of the pineal gland in depressive illness, and brain targets for pineal actions.
PUBDATE: 19850801
LISTPRICE: 92.00
REVIEW: June 1986
...The editors are to be congratulated...The book reflects accurately the lively and stimulating atmosphere of the Symposium...
(Clinical Endocrinology, volume 24, number 6)
REVIEW: May 1986
...the 51 papers touch on just about every aspect of the pineal gland one might expect to be treated, and thus the sheer comprehensiveness of the coverage commends the book. Pineal gland enthusiasts will find it to be a useful addition to their speciality collection
(EPSG Newsletter, number 15)
TOC: (partial) Mechanisms for controlling pineal activity: an overview, D P Cardinali et al. Sympathetic regulation of rat pineal cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase. Involvement of alpha and beta adrenoreceptors, M I Vacas et al. Benzodiazepine receptors in mammalian pineal gland, P R Lowenstein et al. 5-Methoxyindoles, pineal peptides and reproduction, P Pevet. Isolation and characterization of a prolactin-like peptide from the ovine pineal gland, H P J M Noteborn et al. Pineal indoles and reproduction: retrospect and prospect, R J Reiter. Effect of light wavelength on the seasonal collapse of the male Syrian hamster reproductive system, G C Brainard et al. The central nervous system, peripheral glands and the pineal, I Nir. Night and seasonal synaptic ribbon and synaptic ribbon field counts in two species of fossorial hibernatory ground squirrels, E C Hurlbut et al. Melatonin and core temperature rhythms in chronic insomnia, G J MacFarlane et al.
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ISBN: 0080319971
TITLE: Germ Cell Tumours II
AUTHOR: Jones, W.G.
AUTHOR: Milford Ward, A.
AUTHOR: Anderson, C.K.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 480
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume contains the proceedings of the highly successful conference organised by the Testicular Tumour Sub-Group of the Yorkshire Urological Cancer Research Group. The last 10 years have seen a revolution in the clinical management of germ cell tumours leading to a high proportion of cases being cured. At present vast improvements in our understanding have answered many questions, resulting in the refinement of therapy, but raised many more. This volume brings together contributions from a wide variety of clinical, paraclinical and laboratory disciplines which will undoubtedly enable these questions to be answered. In bringing together such a variety of contributions this book will greatly facilitate the exchange of information and ideas and promote future advances in this field.
PUBDATE: 19851201
LISTPRICE: 101.00
REVIEW: 1986
..the editors are to be congratulated...an excellent international review of current thought on germ cell tumors...consultant radiotherapists and medical oncologists will find it an excellent reference book.
(The British Journal of Radiology Volume 59 Number 705)
REVIEW: 21 March 1987
The experience of a vast number of experts has been condensed and is presented in lucid style. The volume should be valuable for all concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of germ cell tumours.
(SAMT DEEL 71)
TOC: (partial) Pathology. Chromosome studies. Cell lines in the context of embryogenesis. Tumour models and cell kinetics. Epidemiology. Tumour markers. Radioimmunolocalisation. Germ cell tumours in childhood. Choriocarcinoma in the male. Seminoma. Histogenesis of female germ cell tumours. Management of female germ cell tumours. Germ cell tumours in extra-gonadal sites. Making the diagnosis of testicular tumours. Management of advanced stage non-seminoma. Prognostic factors in non-seminoma and new therapeutic possibilities. Surgery: primary and salvage. The management of Stage I testicular tumours. Problems of the treated patient - fertility. Long term problems of the treated patient.
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ISBN: 0080320074
TITLE: Membrane Transport of Antineoplastic Agents
AUTHOR: Goldman, I.D.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 421
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. This volume comprehensively covers the membrane dynamics of anticancer drug action. Each chapter deals with specific drugs and discusses the pharmacokinetics of the drug at all major sites of activity. By dealing with the dynamics of the drugs at the membrane level the fundamental aspects of drug action are considered in all organs that are important to the clinical oncologist. The accumulation of this knowledge in a single volume will be a great advance in the chemotherapy of cancer, and an excellent manual for students, trainees and researchers who wish to study this phenomenon.
PUBDATE: 19860901
LISTPRICE: 218.00
REVIEW: 1987
This volume shows signs of careful organisation...
(American Scientist)
TOC: Mechanisms of transmembrane transport in isolated cells and their experimental study, J A Schafer & D W Barfuss. Physiological pharmacokinetics: an
The array of well-known international researchers is impressive, and with so many quality contributions that it is impossible to single out any one piece of work for particular praise...This publication should do much to facilitate communication and to further stimulate interest and research in the important and still topical area of weight and eating disorders.
(Psychoneuroendocrinology)
TOC: (partial) Basic aspects of eating behaviour. Obesity. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia. Therapeutic approaches in eating disorders. Dextrofenfluramine and feeding disorders (round table).
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ISBN: 0080323332
TITLE: ICRP Publication 41: Nonstochastic Effects of Ionizing Radiation
AUTHOR: ICRP
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 33
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. This report reviews nonstochastic biological and health effects of ionizing radiation, with particular reference to their implications for dose limits in radiation protection. It considers the definition of nonstochastic effects and the biology of the response, with particular emphasis on detriment and on differences between different tissues, so as to determine the compatibility between these factors and current understanding of ICRP recommendations. For each particular tissue, the phenomenon most relevant for radiation protection is determined, while the possible interaction of stochastic and nonstochastic categories of response and its consequences for radiological protection is also considered.
PUBDATE: 19841201
LISTPRICE: 34.00
TOC: Introduction, purpose, scope, terms of reference. Definition and nature of nonstochastic effects. Effects of radiation on cells and tissues: general principles. Responses of different organs and tissues: skin, digestive system, hematopoietic system, cardiovascular system, eye and other sensory organs, nervous system, reproductive system, urinary tract, respiratory system, musculoskeletal system, endocrine system. Present dose limits in relation to radiosensitivity of different organs and tissues. Conclusions and recommendations. References.
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ISBN: 0080323359
TITLE: ICRP Publication 43: Principles of Monitoring for the Radiation Protection of the Public
AUTHOR: ICRP
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 20
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. Since the publication of the previous report dealing with environmental monitoring the commission has revised its basic recommendations and some aspects of its philosophy dealing with dose limitation. Although many of the previous recommendations are still relevant it was felt necessary to reassess the general principles on which monitoring programs should be based, to make the recommendations consistent with current radiation protection philosophy and to extend the scope to all types of monitoring outside the workplace. In this report all exposures are considered except occupational exposure and exposure to patients from medical uses of radiation.
PUBDATE: 19841201
LISTPRICE: 34.00
TOC: Introduction. Explanation of terms. Relevant recommendations of the commission. Modelling and monitoring. General objectives of monitoring. The requirement for monitoring programs. Monitoring of the source. Monitoring of the environment. Monitoring of individuals in the population. Quality assurance. References.
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ISBN: 0080323367
TITLE: ICRP Publication 44: Protection of the Patient in Radiation Therapy, 44
AUTHOR: International Commission on Radiological Protection, .
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES:
PUBLISHER: Elsevier
BINDING: TP
DESCRIPTION: Paperback. Protection of the patient in radiotherapy requires, uniquely, not the avoidance of radiation exposure or even the avoidance of risk of severe damage to some tissues. Rather, it involves achieving the optimal balance between the efficacy of sterilising the malignant growth and the minimizing of treatment-related complications by keeping radiation doses as low as reasonably achievable. This report presents a broad overview which will be useful to all involved in the proper therapeutic application of radiation.
PUBDATE: 19850301
LISTPRICE: 34.00
TOC: Preface. Introduction. General principles of radiation therapy. External beam therapy. Brachytherapy. Accuracy of radiation delivery and quality assurance. Radiation response. Expected risk to specific organs/tissues from therapeutic irradiation. Absorbed dose inside/outside the useful radiation beam(s). Organization and planning of radiation oncology services. Radiation therapy staff education, training and duties. Medical research involving the use of radiation therapy. Appendix. References.
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ISBN: 0080324975
TITLE: Copper, Silver, Gold & Zinc, Cadmium, Mercury Oxides & Hydroxides
AUTHOR: Dirkse, T. P.
EDITION:
VOLUME:
PAGES: 380
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Interest in the title compounds has fallen into three phases: initial study of their solution chemistry, study of their role in the electrode reactions of alkaline batteries during and since World War II, and present concern over the mechanisms by which these elements can enter the environment through dissolution processes, sometimes with toxic results. This volume provides a complete compilation of solubility data published up to 1984, including all pertinent articles, together with critical evaluations of the data. Almost all the measurements relate to aqueous systems.
PUBDATE: 19860301
LISTPRICE: 151.00
TOC: Foreword. Preface. Introduction: the solubility of solids in liquids. Copper(I) oxide. Copper(II) oxide and hydroxide. Silver(I) oxide. Silver(II) oxide. Gold(III) hydroxide. Zinc oxide and hydroxide. Cadmium oxide and hydroxide. Mercury(II) oxide. System index. Registry number index. Author index.
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ISBN: 0080362079
TITLE: Comprehensive Polymer Science : Chain Polymerization I
AUTHOR: Allen, Sir Geoffrey
AUTHOR: Bevington, J.C.
EDITION:
VOLUME: Volume 3
PAGES: 897
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Volume 3 contains over 50 chapters describing chain polymerization and covers general characteristics, free-radical polymerization, anionic polymerization and cationic polymerization.
PUBDATE: 19900401
LISTPRICE: 476.95
REVIEW: 12 October 1989
...here is a truly scholarly work which in many chapters transcends the usual review style and presents a critical survey of the topics under discussion... Invaluable for representative views on the present state of development of certain models and theories.
(Polymer News)
REVIEW: December 1989
A remarkable achievement of farseeing organisation, authoritative content and elegant production. A milestone in the literature of polymer science, in terms of coverage, clarity and level of presentation.
(Society of Chemical Industry)
REVIEW: March 1990
These seven volumes... Represent one of the most significant contributions to the reference literature on synthetic polymers. The index of 250 authors reads like a "Who's Who" of comtemporary polymer science... Every academic and industrial polymer group should have a set.
(Chemistry in Australia)
REVIEW: September 1993
...the chapters presented in this supplement are excellent and provide the reader with a balanced and up-to-date summary of a range of important topics in polymer science... This book maintains the standard set in the original seven volume work and is a valuable resource for those involved in teaching polymer science.
(R.A. Pethrick, Chemistry in Britain)
TOC: Section headings and selected papers: General Characteristics of Chain Polymerization. Block and graft copolymers, J M G Cowie. General experimental methods in polymerization, M Stickler. Free-radical Polymerization. Azo and peroxy initiators, G Moad & D H Solomon. Kinetics of bimolecular termination, K F O'Driscoll. Copolymer composition, D A Tirrell. Molecular weight distribution, A Rudin. Polymerization in aqueous solution, C J Hamilton & B J Tighe. Polymerization of fluoro monomers, R E Putnam. Anionic Polymerization. Carbanionic polymerization: termination and functionalization, M Fontanille. Carbanionic polymerization: copolymerization, M K Martin. Anionic ring-opening polymerization: general aspects and inititation, T Tsuruta. Anionic ring-opening polymerization: lactones, R Jerome & Ph Teyssie. Anionic ring-opening polymerization: lactams, J Sebenda. Anionic ring-opening polymerization: copolymerization, S Inoue & T Aida. Cationic Polymerization. Carbocationic polymerization: general aspects and initiation, G Sauvet. Carbocationic polymerization: styrene and substituted styrenes, K Matyjaszewski. Carbocationic polymerization: vinyl ethers, T Higashimura & M Sawamoto. Cationic ring-opening polymerization: introduction and general aspects, E J Goethals & S Penczek. Cationic ring-opening polymerization: acetals, S Penczek & P Kubisa. Cationic ring-opening polymerization: copolymerization, P Dreyfuss & M P Dreyfuss. Subject index.
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ISBN: 0080362087
TITLE: Comprehensive Polymer Science : Chain Polymerization II
AUTHOR: Allen, Sir Geoffrey
AUTHOR: Bevington, J.C.
EDITION:
VOLUME: Volume 4
PAGES: 602
PUBLISHER: Pergamon
BINDING: HC
DESCRIPTION: Hardbound. Volume 4 contains a further 26 chapters dealing with chain polymerization which survey transition-metal and related polymerizations, heterogeneous free-radical polymerization, solid-state and radiation-induced polymerization, special aspects of chain polymerization, and polymerization of inorganic ring systems.
PUBDATE: 19900401
LISTPRICE: 307.95
REVIEW: 12 October 1989
...here is a truly scholarly work which in many chapters transcends the usual review style and presents a critical survey of the topics under discussion... Invaluable for representative views on the present state of development of certain models and theories.
(Polymer News)
REVIEW: December 1989
A remarkable achievement of farseeing organisation, authoritative content and elegant production. A milestone in the literature of polymer science, in terms of coverage, clarity and level of presentation.
(Society of Chemical Industry)
REVIEW: March 1990
These seven volumes... Represent one of the most significant contributions to the reference literature on synthetic polymers. The index of 250 authors reads like a "Who's Who" of comtemporary polymer science... Every academic and industrial polymer group should have a set.
(Chemistry in Australia)
REVIEW: September 1993
...the chapters presented in this supplement are excellent and provide the reader with a balanced and up-to-date summary of a range of important topics in polymer science... This book maintains the standard set in the original seven volume work and is a valuable resource for those involved in teaching polymer science.
(R.A. Pethrick, Chemistry in Britain)
TOC: Transition Metal Initiated and Related Polymerizations. Monoalkene polymerization: Ziegler-Natta and transition metal catalysts, P J T Tait. Monoalkene polymerization: mechanisms, P J T Tait & N D Watkins. Monoalkene polymerization: stereospecificity, P Corradini