Biotechnology

Pages: 226,
Specialty: Biotechnology,
Publisher: Karger AG,
Publication Year: 2009,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 213.36x284.48x15.24mm

Reptiles occupy a key position in the evolution of terrestrial vertebrates. Their evolutionary history is well known, they show a wide morphological and ecological variety, and they have a particularly complex system of sex differentiation, ranging from strict genetic determination with or without differentiated sex chromosomes to strict thermal determination. This thematic issue presents diverse facets of reptilian cytogenetics and genomics including: a study of the genome structure based on the analysis of two proto-oncogenes; the existence and evolution of transposable elements; the role of molecular and chromosomal variations in phylogenetic processes; a study of chromosome composition through isolation of specific sequences and chromosome painting; the involvement of chromosomes in sex determination and the coevolutionary interaction between sex chromosomes, genome organization and temperature; and the hybrid origin of parthenogenetic lizards. Providing an up-to-date overview of what is currently known about molecular cytogenetics, genome organization and evolution in reptiles, this publication will be of interest to researchers in the fields of cell biology, cytogenetics, genetics, molecular biology, molecular evolution, phylogenesis and zoology.show more

Weight: 0.86 KG
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Pages: 266,
Specialty: Biotechnology,
Publisher: Cambridge,
Publication Year: 2016,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 152x228x21mm

Written by the founder of the field, this is the first text of its kind, providing a definitive introduction to structural DNA nanotechnology. Readers will learn everything there is to know about the subject from the unique perspective of the leading expert in the field. Topics covered range from origins and history, to design, experimental techniques, DNA nanomechanics devices, computing, and the uses of DNA nanotechnology in organising other materials. Clearly written, and benefiting from over 200 full colour illustrations, readers will find this an accessible and easy to follow text that is essential reading for anyone who wants to enter this rapidly growing field. Ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as researchers in a range of disciplines including nanotechnology, materials science, physics, biology, chemistry, computational science and engineering. show more

Weight: 0.68 KG
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Pages: 532,
Specialty: Biotechnology,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2009,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 174x244x32mm

This carefully selected balance of tutorial-like review chapters and advanced research covers hot topics in the field of biointerfaces, biosensing, nanoparticles at interfaces, and functionalized quantum dots. It also includes chapters arising from non-published work with topics such as surface design and their applications, as well as new developments in analytical tools for materials science and life science. Based on the very close and complementary collaboration of three distinguished leading research groups, this book highlights recent advances in the field ranging from synthesis and fabrication of organic and polymeric materials, surface and interface science to advanced analytical methods. It thus addresses new concepts in micro- and nanofabrication, bio-nanotechnology, biosensors and the necessary compositional and structural analysis. Particular attention is paid throughout to complex hierarchical interface architectures and possible applications of the chemical and physical methodologies discussed, covering bio-diagnostics, novel biosensors and adhesion science.With its unique combination of expertise from chemistry, physics, biology, surface science and engineering, this is a valuable companion for students, practitioners and established experts.show more

Weight: 1.16 KG
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Pages: 498,
Specialty: Biotechnology,
Publisher: Brill,
Publication Year: 2004,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 165.1x238.76x27.94mm

This monograph is an updated and extended edition of Strength and Fracture of Polymer Films, which was published in Russian in 1999. It presents the results of long-term theoretical and experimental studies of brittle and quasi-brittle fracture of solid polymers. The principal results of a comprehensive and detailed investigation of the statistical features of fracture of polymers and other solids under the conditions of separate and complex action various factors (temperature, mechanical stresses, surface-active media, UV irradiation, gamma-irradiation, chemical admixtures, thermal modification, orientational drawing, etc.) are given. One of the most interesting and key results of this study concerns the finding of the two principal strength states: low-strength state (bulk samples) and high-strength state (thin films and fibers) as well as establishing a detailed distinction between the modes of their fracture. This monograph will be of interest to anyone working in the field of polymer films and fibers.show more

Weight: 0.93 KG
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