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Stochastic processes in science, engineering, and finance.
Beichelt (operations research, University of Witwatersrand, South Africa) presents a self-contained introduction to stochastic processes, with emphasis on their applications in science, engineering, finance, computer science, and operations research. The text provides theoretical foundations for modeling time-dependent random phenomena in these areas and illustrates their application by analyzing numerous practical examples. While focus is on practical aspects, some important proofs are covered, and there are more challenging examples and exercises for those more theoretically inclined. An introductory chapter summarizes basic probability theory needed as background. The text assumes standard mathematical maturity acquired by undergraduate applied science students. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Structural genomics on membrane proteins.
Lundstrom, a researcher in the private sector, provides an overview of structural biology and recent technological developments used in expression, purification, and crystallography to obtain high- resolution structures on membrane proteins. Major themes include bioinformatics in membrane protein analysis, refolding of membrane proteins for large-scale production, expression of membrane proteins in yeasts, electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy of reconstituted membrane proteins, and molecular modeling of membrane proteins. The book is of interest to researchers in drug discovery. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Submarine groundwater.
Groundwater is a significant contributor to the balance of water and salt in regional and global bodies of water; regional and global bodies of water are significant contributors to the possibility of sustaining life on the planet. Marine hydrogeology has therefore become an essential tool in finding sources of water and evaluating the effects of natural factors and human activity. Working from international case studies, the authors address groundwater and seawater interactions in the coastal zones, advantages and limitations of methods of study and assessment of groundwater discharge into seas and lakes, groundwater contributions to the global balance of water and salt, studies of discharge into such seas as the Baltic and Caspian, groundwater's contributions of water and salt in large lakes, and means of assessing possible remediation in the coastal zone. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Therapeutic strategies in hypertension.
Editor Bakris (Rush U. Medical Center, Chicago) brings together 13 contributions on current topics regarding pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies for hypertension and related conditions much as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, renal artery stenosis, and stroke. Thoughts on assessing cardiovascular risk, clinical epidemiology, and therapeutic recommendations are presented for each condition when relevant. The contributors describe a number of clinical trials that relate the condition in question, its relationship to hypertension, and its treatment options. This book is not a quick reference; cardiologists may find it useful for updating and increasing knowledge. It is distributed by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Therapeutic strategies in thrombosis.
Kristensen (cardiology, Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark) provides an evidence-based review of options available for the management of thrombosis. Topics covered include the use of aspirin for primary and secondary prophylaxis, the role of platelet inhibitors and glycoprotein IIb and IIIa inhibitors, pentasaccharides, warfarin, and other agents. Discussion includes the implementation of antithrombotic therapy in managing specific clinical conditions such as pulmonary embolism, atrial fibrillation, stroke and diabetes, and as an adjunct to other procedures such as PCL. The book is of value to cardiologists, physicians, and hospital pharmacists. The book is distributed in the US by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
TRP ion channel function in sensory transduction and cellular signaling cascades.
The field of study of transient receptor potential (TRP) ion channel biology has grown exponentially, and the results include these 31 articles, which stand out amongst the thousands published since the inception of the field. Topics here include the function and behavior of these channels, pharmaceuticals for the treatment of cancer, heart disease, inflammation and other immune system malfunctions, signal transduction in axonel path-finding that can be used for pain relief as well as vascular, renal and auditory function, in vivo function of the various members of the TRP ion channel family. Articles focus on cutting edge research rather than surveys and include information on structures, molecular components, and the role of TRP channels and receptors in such functions as mating, fertilization, thermosensation, the sensation of menthol, protein to protein interactions and hearing. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
What every engineer should know about Excel.
Holman (Southern Methodist University) describes Excel graphing techniques that may be employed in engineering applications, the use of line drawings in Word and Excel, and techniques for solving single and multiple linear or nonlinear equations. The practical guide illustrates histograms, cumulative frequency distributions, and normal probability functions, applies three regression techniques to the performance of a commercial air conditioning unit, provides example calculations based on built-in financial functions, and introduces optimization analysis with Excel Solver. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in allergy; v.3.
Arshad (respiratory medicine and allergy, Keele University, UK) and Holgate (immunopharmacology, University of Southampton, UK) collect overviews of major discoveries in the field and their implications for the diagnosis and treatment of allergic disorders. Chapters address major themes with an overview, followed by abstracts of current research papers. Each abstract contains information on background to the study, interpretation, and comments, plus a table or graph representing research findings. The book is distributed in the US by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in anaesthesia and critical care; v.1.
Hunter (anesthesia, University of Liverpool, UK) presents reviews of recent work in the field, in the areas of perioperative care, anesthetic pharmacology, new technologies in anesthesia, and critical care. Section editors provide an overview of the section's subject, a summary of papers, and comments on individual papers. Entries on individual papers contain background summaries and interpretation, comments, and usually a table or graph illustrating research findings. The book is distributed in the US by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in hypertension; v.6.
In this resource for medical professionals, fourteen contributions from leading clinicians and researchers evaluate research findings regarding hypertension that have been published in the past year. The volume is arranged into four sections dealing with clinical management; special groups and target organ damage; new diagnostic strategies; and pharmacological management. Editor Brunner (medicine, Lausanne U., Switzerland) provides an overview of recent developments in the field in the introduction. Distributed in the U.S. by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in infection; v.3.
This resource for busy clinicians summarizes and interprets key papers published in the field of infection in the past year. The fifteen chapters in the third volume are arranged into five sections: microbial infections; mycology; viral infections; vaccines and antimicrobial agents; and infection control in specific patient groups (transplant patients, for example). The editors and a number of the contributors are affiliated with the Division of Infectious Diseases at Case Western Reserve U. Distributed in the U.S. by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in osteoporosis; v.2.
Akesson (orthopedics, Malmö University Hospital, Sweden) provides critical appraisals of recent important publications on clinical and basic science aspects of osteoporosis which have appeared in journals over the past 18 months. Literature reviews are presented in sections on epidemiology and pathophysiology, bone mass and measurement, management and prevention, and therapeutic issues. Divided into subcategories in each chapter, each half-page review contains notes on background, interpretation, and comments. Some of the areas highlighted include the use of ultrasound and bone markers in diagnosis, pharmacological treatment, and treatment considerations for the elderly. The book is distributed in the US by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in respiratory medicine; v.3.
These concise summaries of selected, recently published, original and important articles includes commentary and summaries. The studies on asthma explain how primary and secondary prevention improves indoor climate and reduces exposure to allergens, how self-management can work more efficiently, and documents the value of new treatments. The topics in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease point out that physical performance status is of utmost importance in diagnosis and treatment and offers studies of new medications. The section on pulmonary fibrosis includes commentary on Interstitial lung diseases, and tuberculosis and pneumonia have special coverage amongst respiratory infections, while diagnosis and staging are covered as well as treatment in the case of lung cancer and obstructive sleep apnea syndromes are covered with emerging concepts and treatments. Distributed by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in rheumatic disorders; v.5
Concise summaries of recently published papers help busy clinicians stay abreast of developments in the field of rheumatic disorders. The reviews are organized by topic into 15 chapters. A sampling of topics includes magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of rheumatic disease; new thoughts on the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis; and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Several types of connective tissue disease are also addressed, as is seronegative spondarthritis. Editor Madhok is affiliated with the Center for Rheumatic Diseases at Glasgow Royal Infirmary NHS Trust in the UK. U.S. distribution is by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
The year in urology; v.3.
Leading academics and clinicians review the latest developments and findings in the field of urology. Chapters in the first section deal with diagnostic and general urology. These are followed by discussions of papers published on several types of urological cancer as well as some non-malignant conditions of the lower urinary tract. The final section is devoted to new techniques and experimental developments in such areas as cryotherapy and minimally invasive surgery. Editor Probert is a consultant urological surgeon at Western General Hospital in Somerset, UK, and Schwaibold teaches urology at the U. of Tübingen in Germany. Distributed in the U.S. by CRC Press. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
