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Radiation-Induced Processes of Adaptation
Research by statistical modelling
Language: English
Release Date: May 21, 2013
In recent decades radiobiologists’ efforts have been directed at identifying the mechanisms of radiation effects; the general mechanisms have since been studied extensively. This book describes and analyzes radiation-induced adaptation as processes produced in cells, tissues, and populations. This...
Industrial Neuroscience in Aviation
Evaluation of Mental States in Aviation Personnel
Language: English
Release Date: May 9, 2017
This book discusses the emerging field of industrial neuroscience, and reports on the authors’ cutting-edge findings in the evaluation of mental states, including mental workload, cognitive control and training of personnel involved either in the piloting of aircraft and helicopters, or in managing...
Sustainable Goat Production in Adverse Environments: Volume I
Welfare, Health and Breeding
Language: English
Release Date: January 11, 2018
This book explores the current trends and challenges of sustainable goat meat and milk production in different global contexts, providing valuable insights into this industry in adverse environments like mountain, semiarid and arid regions. It also includes contributions from international experts...
by Mahdi Karimi, Parham Sahandi Zangabad Parham Sahandi Zangabad, Amir Ghasemi Amir Ghasemi
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2015
The concept of smart drug delivery vehicles involves designing and preparing a nanostructure (or microstructure) that can be loaded with a cargo, this can be a therapeutic drug, a contrast agent for imaging, or a nucleic acid for gene therapy. The nanocarrier serves to protect the cargo from degradation...
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Language: English
Release Date: June 19, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: June 19, 2017
Nutrients in Dairy and Their Implications for Health and Disease addresses various dairy products and their impact on health. This comprehensive book is divided into three sections and presents a balanced overview of the health benefits of milk and milk products. Summaries capture the most salient...
States of Consciousness
Experimental Insights into Meditation, Waking, Sleep and Dreams
Language: English
Release Date: June 22, 2011
In this accessible overview of current knowledge, an expert team of editors and authors describe experimental approaches to consciousness. These approaches are shedding light on some of the hitherto unknown aspects of the distinct states of human consciousness, including the waking state, different...
Chromatographic Processes
Modeling, Simulation, and Design
Language: English
Release Date: April 20, 2015
Addressing all aspects of the design, modeling and simulation of chromatographic processes, this result-oriented primer provides a practical guide to all the necessary approaches, methodologies and tools. Beginning with key definitions and concepts, it builds up from the most simple to the most complex...
by Carrie M. Farmer, Christine Anne Vaughan, Jeffrey Garnett
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2014
As part of an evaluation of the Marine Corps Operational Stress Control and Readiness (OSCAR) program, this report describes the methods and findings of a large survey of marines who were preparing for a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan in 2010 or 2011. The results are among the first to shed light...
Industrial Hygiene Simplified
A Guide to Anticipation, Recognition, Evaluation, and Control of Workplace Hazards
Language: English
Release Date: March 23, 2006
Other books on industrial hygiene focus more on classroom use than on practical application and are too large and cumbersome to use on the job. Author Frank Spellman, a certified safety professional and certified hazardous materials manager, fulfills the need for a more field-friendly reference with...
by Frank K. Ko, Yuqin Wan
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2014
Presenting the latest coverage of the fundamentals and applications of nanofibrous materials and their structures for graduate students and researchers, this book bridges the communication gap between fiber technologists and materials scientists and engineers. Featuring intensive coverage of electroactive,...
Polymer Gels
Perspectives and Applications
Language: English
Release Date: February 12, 2018
This book summarizes the recent advances in the science and engineering of polymer-gel-based materials in different fields. It also discusses the extensive research developments for the next generation of smart materials. It takes an in-depth look at the current perspectives and market opportunities...
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Language: English
Release Date: March 19, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: March 19, 2015
Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are an emerging class of smart polymers which give scientists the ability to process the material into a permanent state and predefine a second temporary state which can be triggered by different stimuli. The changing chemistries of SMPs allows scientists to tailor important...
Water Pollution
Drinking Water and Drinking Water Treatment
Language: English
Release Date: June 29, 2013
The concern over the entry of agrochemicals and other xenobiotics into drinking water resources and over the general quality of drinking water is increasing. The topic of water quality and water supply will continue to be of great interest during the next two decades in developed as well as in developing...
Stimuli Responsive Polymeric Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery Applications
Volume 1: Types and triggers
Language: English
Release Date: June 14, 2018
Stimuli Responsive Polymeric Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery Applications, Volume One: Types and Triggers discusses, in detail, the recent trends in designing biodegradable and biocompatible single-responsive polymers and nanoparticles for safe drug delivery. Focusing on the most advanced materials...