Sunday, February 5, 2012

Liposomes have numerous uses as biochemical and biophysical tools: as vehicles for the delivery of both water and of oil-soluble materials to the cell; as immunological adjuvants; as substrates for the study of membrane properties such as rotational or translational diffusion in the plane of the membrane; and as intermediates in the construction of bilayers large enough for the study of electrical properties of membranes.

Anatomy, Histology, and Cell Biology PreTest™ Self-Assessment

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This one-of-a-kind test prep guide helps you to test your knowledge of essential anatomy, histology and cell biology concepts for the USMLE Step 1; practice with 500 USMLE Step 1-style questions with referenced answers; review explanations for right and wrong answers;and build confidence, skills, and knowledge.

Anatomy, Histology, and Cell Biology PreTest™ Self-Assessment and Review, Third Edition (PreTest Basic Science)

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Nanoscale Assembly: Chemical Techniques (Nanostructure Science

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Nanotechnology has received tremendous interest over the last decade, not only from the scientific community but also from a business perspective and from the general public. Although nanotechnology is still at the largely unexplored frontier of science, it has the potential for extremely exciting technological innovations that will have an enormous impact on areas as [...]

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Learning From Insect Swarms Smart Cancer Targeting Scientific American Blog

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Scientific American (blog) Learning from Insect Swarms: Smart Cancer TargetingScientific American (blog)Drug-loaded liposome nanoparticles (the Receivers) then react to this coagulation cascade by promoting a step near the end of the cascade that produces fibrin, the stringy protein that forms the mesh of a blood clot over a wound. ... Read the full story: Learning [...]

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Biological Effects of Electric and Magnetic Fields, Volume 1:

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Recent concerns over the possible hazards of electrical and magnetic fields in the home and workplace are comprehensively addressed within this book. The chapters contain detailed research on the biological effects of electric and magnetic fields, and evidence for and against any interaction of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and biological systems. The two volumes cover:* The [...]

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Nanoparticulates as Drug Carriers

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Written by key experts in the field of nanomedicine, this book provides a broad introduction to the important field of nanomedicine and application of nanotechnology for drug delivery. It covers up-to-date information regarding various nanoparticulate drug delivery systems, describes the various opportunities for the application of nanoparticular drug carriers in different areas of clinical medicine, [...]

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Cell and Molecular Biology, Study Guide: Concepts And

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For sophomore/junior-level courses in cell biology offered out of molecular and/or cell biology departments. Cell and Molecular Biology gives students the tools they need to understand the science behind cell biology. Karp explores core concepts in considerable depth, and presents experimental detail when it helps to explain and reinforce the concept being explained. This fifth [...]

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Gilead Sciences Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Financial Results MarketWatch Press Release

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Gilead Sciences Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Financial ResultsMarketWatch (press release)Sales of other products were $151.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2011 compared to $150.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2010 and included AmBisome(R) (amphotericin B) liposome for injection, Hepsera(R) (adefovir dipivoxil), ... and more& » Read the full story: Gilead [...]

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Mechanics of the Cell

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Biological physics, the application of physics to provide an understanding of biological phenomenas, is a burgeoning, new inter-disciplinary subject. This text explores the physics behind the architecture of a cell's envelope and internal scaffolding, as well as the properties of its soft components. The analysis is performed within a consistent mathematical framework, although readers can [...]

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Sugar-Based Surfactants: Fundamentals and Applications

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Touted as the new darling of the chemical industry, alkyl polyglycosides are gaining in popularity due to the fact that they are readily biodegradable, low-toxic, and made from renewable resources. Sugar-Based Surfactants compiles the most recent and relevant aspects of sugar-based surfactants, including self-association, phase behavior, and interfacial properties. Focusing on both colloidal and interfacial [...]

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