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The fields of stem cell research, regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and cloning are very closely related. It is important for researchers in each of these disciplines to be aware of the methods and principles in the others. Elsevier publishes some of the highest individual references in these areas. Bringing together the principles, applications, and basic understanding in these related areas of science will provide a new reference which is serve the needs of a variety of researchers. Edited by Dr. Bruce Carlson,  Stem Cell Anthology will be valuable to researchers and students who need to save time and link concepts to principles, applications, and methods in order to work more effectively and see links for potential collaborations.

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  Includes a collection of chapters by leaders in the stem cell field including the first researchers to discover iPS cells and multiple Nobel Laureates



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  Provides the most detailed introduction to basic properties of major embryonic and adult stem cells by highlighting breakthrough discoveries in the nervous system, spinal cord, heart, pancreas, epidermis, musculo-skeletal, retina - leading areas of stem cell research in human application



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  Details technical laboratory set up for practitioners, technicians, and administrators

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Don't panic! "Crash Course" is here-that perfect set of lecture notes which no student ever really has the time to compile. These books deliver all of the information needed to get through a course or prepare for exams. Clear text covers the essential concepts of each discipline or specialty; learning features expedite mastery of the material; and review questions let readers assess their knowledge. With basic science books written by current medical students under faculty supervision, and clinical titles that pair senior specialists with doctors who have only recently begun training in the relevant field, Crash Course titles are designed to ideally meet the needs of today's medical students. Plus each of these titles includes complimentary access to www.studentconsult.com - where you'll find the full text of the book online...Integration Links to bonus content in other STUDENT CONSULT titles...and much more!

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National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, Bethesda, Maryland. Lung Biology in Health and Disease, Volume 62. Comprehensive review of mast cell biology and mast cell diseases, for scientists and clinicians. Based on a meeting held in Florida in December 1990, otherwise unidentified. ... Read more

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Tissue form and cell function in one textbook
This is the best book in the field of histology that alone explains the cellular physiology. It goes from tissues observed with light microscope, electron microscope and going to the detais of mollecular and genetic working of human cells.
A must buy for histology students and for general reference. ... Read more

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University of Leicester, UK. Clear, concise reference guide begins with the fundamental concepts and basic science regarding cell biology and genetics ending with medical genetics, cloning, and gene therapy. Includes multiple-choice, short-answer, and essay questions. Bullet-outline format with illustrations. Previous edition c1998. ... Read more

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The Dictyostelia are soil amoebae capable of extraordinary feats of survival, motility, chemotaxis, and development. Known as the "social amoebae," these organisms have been the subjects of serious study since the 1930s. Research in this area has been instrumental in shaping general views of differentiation, morphogenesis, and communication. Beginning with the history of Dictyostelids, this book considers the problems of the evolution of this multicellular organism. Characterized by its ability to transform from a single-celled organism into an elaborate assemblage of thousands of synchronously-moving cells, each stage of its development is treated in a separate chapter. The special properties of the Dictyostelid genome are rigorously analyzed, and the methods available to manipulate genes are presented in detail. Research techniques that enable many cell biology problems to be approached in studying the organism are also presented. Throughout, the emphasis is on combining classical experiments with modern molecular findings. ... Read more

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Cell Biology Assays: Essential methods presents a comprehensive overview of protocols essential for researchers..  Chapters provide clear explanations, step-by-step instruction, tips and potential pitfalls.  The important steps and results are illustrated for further ease of use. This text enables researchers at various career levels a plethera of insight into technologies and model systems in biological problem solving.

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• Features an array of essential methods including endocytic pathways, membrances, mitochondira, and vitro motility


• Information on a plethora of technologies needed to tackle complex problems

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It a good buy
It is helpful if you are going to be answering the questions at the end of each section.I would not pay more than $10.

Thorough, shapeless compendium of molecular biology
Although I don't claim to be a molecular biologist, nor have I read beyond chapter 5 of Lodish's "Molecular and Cell Biology", this textbook feels admirably thorough in its treatment of its subject, bringing the reader up to date on a wide range of the detail generated in the field over the past few decades.

The book's authors, furthermore, have addressed the learning needs of their readership; once it moves into its substantive chapters, virtually all points are made simultaneously with textbook prose and colorful, graphic illustrations which are well drawn and accompanied by excellent captions. This aspect of the book is its great strength.

There is a far more serious problem with the book, however, which explains the middling rating I have given it. Like many such textbooks, it is committee-written, which is not a problem when such books are given proper shape by a sharp editor. But the book lacks that editor and as a result dwells on the most trivial developments in its field with exactly the same weight as its bedrock components to a fault. In aiming to be comprehensive, it drowns the reader in a sea of obnoxious detail that begs the book and its authors not to be taken seriously. The book may have been conceived as a reference, but I fear that it will always be assigned chapter rather than passage at a time, as is customary in graduate school courses.

The corollary to this situation is that the first several chapters of the book describe a host of laboratory processes, each in enormous detail and overall in serial fashion, without adequately describing the use and purpose for each. The book then explains that each process will be taken up in a later chapter in conjunction with an exploration of the field in which it is mainly used. This is all fine, but does the reader really need to be held accountable for a description of these processes twice, particularly when they are presented so haphazardly initially? At least in the first five chapters, rote memorization is the only learning strategy possible for the vast majority of the material. And while there is nothing wrong with rote memorization, the unconnectedness of the material, combined with its sprawling volume, make these initial chapters virtually useless as learning tools.

I recommend this book, therefore, with a strict reservation: it should only be used by a teacher so familiar with it that he can assign "primary", "secondary", and perhaps even "tertiary" passages from it at a time, in order to help the reader build an understanding of molecular biology systematically and rationally structure his study time.

My go to MCB book
I keep this one with me at all times in lab if I ever need to look up some basic mechanisms or pathways in the cell.This is my favorite Cellular biology book because it is not simplified like the Cell books. ... Read more

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Designed to help students appreciate the ways experiments and simple calculations lead to an understanding of how cells work. Provides a rehearsal of key terms, tests for understanding basic concepts, and research-based problems. ... Read more

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Molecular Biology of the Cell: The Problems Book
This is an excellent supplemental book for this course no matter which textbook is utilized in your course.Highly recommended.

LifeSaver...
Molecular Biology of the Cell : The Problems Book is a great book for biology students as well as those interested in really learning the concepts behind the theory.This book is extremely detailed in itsquestions as it vigorously tests the knowledge learned from it's companiontextbook, Molecular Biology of the Cell. This book has tremendouslyhelped in my understanding of the major chapters of the main textbook(chapters 6-end).It provides a thorough breakdown on the types ofquestions that it asks.For example, the questions in the book arestructured by True/False, matching, as well as essay formats.Thisprovides for a varied way of learning the essential material.Ihighly recommend this book for those students preparing for standardizedexams as well as those taking a course in molecular or cell biology.

LifeSaver...
Molecular Biology of the Cell : The Problems Book is a great book for biology students as well as those interested in really learning the concepts behind the theory.This book is extremely detailed in itsquestions as it vigorously tests the knowledge learned from it's companiontextbook, Molecular Biology of the Cell. This book has tremendouslyhelped in my understanding of the major chapters of the main textbook(chapters 6-end).It provides a thorough breakdown on the types ofquestions that it asks.For example, the questions in the book arestructured by True/False, matching, as well as essay formats.Thisprovides for a varied way of learning the essential material.Ihighly recommend this book for those students preparing for standardizedexams as well as those taking a course in molecular or cell biology. ... Read more

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The Cell Biology of Stem Cells discusses multiple aspects of stem cell biology, ranging from their basic molecular characteristics to the in vivo stem cell trafficking of adult stem cells and the adult stem-cell niche, and ends with a visit to regeneration and cell fate reprogramming. It provides much of the current understanding of the cell biology of stem cells and discusses many of the open questions that remain to be answered. ... Read more

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Sertoli cells assist in the production of sperm in the male reproductive system. This book provides a state-of-the-art update on the topic of sertoli cells and male reproduction. It addresses such highly topical areas as stem cells, genomics, and molecular genetics, as well as provides historical information on the discovery of this type of cell, and the pathophysiology of male infertility.

* Presents the state-of-the-art research on topics such as stem cell research, transplantation and genomics
* Includes contributions from leaders in the field, including several members of the National Academy of Science
* Discusses the pathophysiology of male infertility
* State-of-the-art chapters on current science advancements
* Stands as the only current reference on the topic of sertoli cells ... Read more

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KEY FEATURES:
* Contains over 350 chapters of comprehensive coverage on cell signaling
* Includes discussion on topics from ligand/receptor interactions to organ/organism responses
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Handbook of Cell Signaling, Three-Volume Set, 2e, is a comprehensive work covering all aspects of intracellular signal processing, including extra/intracellular membrane receptors, signal transduction, gene expression/translation, and cellular/organotypic signal responses. The second edition is an up-to-date, expanded reference with each section edited by a recognized expert in the field. Tabular and well illustrated, the Handbook will serve as an in-depth reference for this complex and evolving field.Handbook of Cell Signaling, 2/e will appeal to a broad, cross-disciplinary audience interested in the structure, biochemistry, molecular biology and pathology of cellular effectors. ... Read more

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Cell culture techniques are invaluable to the modern researcher but difficult to carry out successfully. As part of the series of Handbooks in Practical Animal Cell Biology, this volume offers a concise practical guide to the basic essentials of the technique. Researchers new to cell culture will find a clear explanation of the essential equipment of a tissue culture facility, including tissue culture media and sera. It describes methods for growing suspension and adhesion cultures, including how to store cells and prepare primary cultures from cells.For those already culturing cells, the handbook will act as a handy reference to the basic techniques.The essence of the book is to deal with the generalities of cell culture and to give a grasp of the basic concepts before involvement in more specialized work in the field. Ideal for anyone moving into tissue cell culture techniques or looking for a concise reference book. ... Read more

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good content but.....
The content of this book is good, but come on, it is smaller than a typical novel - and not even printed/covered as nicely as a hard back novel - and it sells for $110.00 - buy the paperback it is actually printed and covered in higher quality at 1/3 the price.

From Book to Bench-Cell Culturing Made Easy
Whether a first year college student or a seasoned researcher, General Techniques of Cell Culture is a must.GTCC simplifies the complicated world of cell culturing without insulting. The authors, Maureen A. Harrisonand Ian F. Rae, make no assumptions about their readers, and take the taskof explaining large amounts of scientific information in an organized andeasy to read format. This handbook goes beyond general lab techniques andprovides not only the "how-to", but also gives the developing labthe where at, as it rounds out each section with a directory of servicesand researchable references. By providing time honored techniques, GeneralTechniques of Cell Culture also takes some of the trial and error out ofpropagating healthy cells in the lab. This alone should make the transitionfrom book to bench less tedius and more productive. ... Read more

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Essential Cell Biology, Second Edition contains basic, core knowledge about how cells work. It has a proven track record in providing students with a conceptual and accessible grounding in cell biology. The text and figures have been prepared to be easy-to-follow, accurate, clear and engaging for the introductory student. Each section follows logically from the previous one, telling a story, rather than being a collection of facts. Questions integrated throughout each chapter encourage the reader to pause, think about what they have read, and attempt to apply the new knowledge in ways that test their understanding. Based on user feedback, the Second Edition now offers increased coverage of genetics and more experimental background. It is completely up-to-date. ... Read more

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This important book presents review articles on the cell biology of photoreceptor and RPE cells, as well as the relationship between this cell biology and inherited photoreceptor degeneration. The chapters have been written by leaders in the field. The vision scientist will see this book as a review of photoreceptor and RPE cell biology, and known molecular bases of many forms of retinitis pigmentosa and related retinal degeneration. For the cell biologist, there are articles on topics such as protein targeting, molecular motors, and phagocytosis placed in the functional context of two of the most specialized cells in the body. ... Read more

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Enjoy Your Cells is a new series of four books on cell and molecular biology for children which reflects the major advances in cell, molecular and developmental biology in recent years. The titles include: Enjoy Your Cells Germ Zappers Have a Nice DNA! Gene Machines The series looks forward to the near future when complete sequences of bacterial, invertebrate, mouse and human genomes will be available. It has been 10 years since the first cell books by Balkwill and Rolph were published. Fran Balkwill, author, is Professor of Cancer Biology at St. Bart's Hospital and The London Queen Mary School of Medicine and Dentistry. Her work is primarily supported by the Imperial Cancer Research Fund. Together with Mic Rolph, she has written many science books for children. Mic Rolph, illustrator, is a former graphic designer for television. His work includes the illustrations for Cells Are Us, Cell Wars, DNA Is Here to Stay, Amazing Schemes Within Your Genes, Brainbox and Microbes, Bugs and Wonder Drugs. ... Read more

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Very colorful and informative
Does an excellent job of detailing specialized cells.This text goes through the entire process of sperm combining with egg producing a zygote and the development of an embryo.I read this book to my three year-old daughter, and she was amazed at the development--she even noticed that the 'baby' did not have ears!The images are very colorful that keep their attention.

This text also compares cells of different animals such as plant, dog, and cat.I also noticed that the concepts taught in this book correlate to the AAAS Atlas for appropriate concept development (they say age range up to 9).This is appropriate for my children to bridge the gap between elementary school and high school ( I teach high school biology).

Good biology intro for little ones
I got this book for my 5-year old.It's a little advanced for her, but she loves it and it getting an intro into some biology concepts, including cell structure and fetal development.Also, it gives her an introduction to some biology words like DNA, protein, cytoplasm, and cell membrane.Includes four pages with diagrams of different types of cells (skin, hair, pigment, gland, muscle, nerve, bone, blood, etc). I also like how the author explains how cells are the same in people and animals, different in plants.Illustrations are very colorful and eyecatching.

Fantasic !!
As a practicing molecular biologist, I loved this book. It generated a lot of enthusiasm in my daughter for biology. We bought the whole series and would highly recommend it for young kids. ... Read more

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Highly experienced researchers describe in step-by-step detail methods that have proven most useful in delivering genes to mammalian cells. Volume 2: Viral Gene Transfer Techniques, details procedures for delivering genes to cells in vitro and in vivo, including the use of lentiviral vectors. An accompanying volume, Volume 1: Nonviral Gene Transfer Techniques focuses on gene delivery by a variety of chemical and physical methods, including ultrasound, biolistics, peptides, PNA clamps, liposomes, microinjection, electroporation, particle bombardment, dendrimers, and hydrodynamics. ... Read more

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"Life" integrates scholarship, an engaging narrative style, effective pedagogy, and art-work into a cohesive presentation of biological data and ideas that should interest students. The third edition features a new co-author - H.Craig Heller and new information - from new molecular techniques in biotechnology, immunology, and systematics. New chapters have been added on conservation biology and on recombinant DNA. Organized differently, the text addresses evolution before diversity and physiology. The artwork blends scientific precision and visual impact. ... Read more

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Bio book that you can't get at your local college book store
Thisbook is awesome because it is hardcover. The one my school provided was looseleaf and they told me that hardcover wasn't available.. even though this book was slightly more expensive than the looseleaf but at least, I dont have to worry about the loose leaf paper tearing and I am going to use this book for 3 quarters.

Really Cheap and great book
It's amazing, this book is extremely cheap , and it's still like a new one.

No bioportal
Book is great, but next time, make it very clear that there is no 12 month bioportal inside the book. Even though the book was used, the title should not have 12 months with bioportal.

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great book
i needed this book for my bio class. i got the book quickly and in good condition. would recommend seller to other buyers

Uncertain at first
For those who are like me and do not want the paperback version of this book, but still need bio portal, this is the best deal I could find online. This is the 9th edition of Life: the science of Biology although it seems to be to good to be true. I am Morehouse College biology major and this book will be like my bible for the next 3 years. Great book although Amazon needs to update this information for students like myself. Hopefully this will help someone else who needs this book for a decent price ... Read more

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In this book, the current understanding of the mechanisms of each beta cell toxins are reviewed, reported toxin resistant insulinoma or immortalised beta cells are summarised, and the different nature of those toxin resistant cells are analysed. With advancements in cancer stem cell research, the possible involvement of stem cells enrichment after various toxin challenges is also discussed. Moreover, there is a renewed interest in the study of the function of fatty acid synthase (FASN) and fatty-acid synthesis in cancer pathogenesis. This book outlines the role of FASN in cancer development and the pre-clinical development of FASN inhibitors and their anti-tumour effects. In addition, Parkinson disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterised by a progressive loss of the nigrostriatal dopaminergic neurons. The authors discuss the roles of oxidative modification of the proteins of mitochondrial respiration in the pathogenesis of PD. Furthermore, it has been currently understood that the key role in the physiological and regenerative restoration of adult tissues belongs to adult stems cells.Adult stem cell survival after the action ionizing radiation, hyperthermia and in the conditions of the 'ischemia/reperfusion' reaction development are examined. ... Read more