Textbook of Nephro-Endocrinology

Textbook of Nephro-Endocrinology

Author: Ajay K. Singh

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2009-01-12

Total Pages: 534

ISBN-13: 0080920462

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The Textbook of Nephro-Endocrinology is the definitive translational reference in the field of nephro-endocrinology, investigating both the endocrine functions of the kidneys and how the kidney acts as a target for hormones from other organ systems. It offers researchers and clinicians expert, gold-standard analyses of nephro-endocrine research and translation into the treatment of diseases such as anemia, chronic kidney disease (CKD), rickets, osteoporosis, and, hypoparathyroidism. - Investigates both the endocrine functions of the kidneys and how the kidney acts as a target for hormones from other organ systems - Presents a uniquely comprehensive and cross-disciplinary look at all aspects of nephro-endocrine disorders in one reference work - Clear translational presentations by the top endocrinologists and nephrologists in each specific hormone or functional/systems field


Transcriptional Corepressors: Mediators of Eukaryotic Gene Repression

Transcriptional Corepressors: Mediators of Eukaryotic Gene Repression

Author: Martin L. Privalsky

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2001-01-25

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 9783540676119

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Corepressors are newly discovered assemblies of proteins that play essential roles in eukaryotic gene regulation. Recent discoveries about corepressors have provided new insights into the molecular basis of gene regulation, and have established surprising connections between the mechanisms of action of a wide variety of transcriptional regulators. The reviews in this volume critically discuss the nature, mechanisms of action, and physiological roles of corepressors in a diverse assortment of biological systems. Both basic and clinical investigators will be able to find relevant information. The comprehensive nature of the compilation, and the breadth of the reviews, are intended to provide the reader with an excellent introduction to the newly emergent and rapidly-growing field of corepressor research. A valuable and detailed reference guide.


Improving Racial and Ethnic Data on Health

Improving Racial and Ethnic Data on Health

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2003-10-15

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 0309182573

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The panel convened the Workshop on Improving Racial and Ethnic Data in Health to review information about current private-sector and state data collection practices in light of existing federal, state, and local regulations, laws, and requirements. The workshop presentations featured the perspectives of data users, health care providers, insurance plan representatives, state and local public health officials, and regulatory officials. Participants assessed policies, practices, barriers, and opportunities for collecting racial and ethnic data in their settings, and explored ways that private and state systems can be improved to address data needs. In preparation for the workshop, the panel commissioned four background papers to fill gaps in knowledge of private-sector and state government policies and practices and to address the importance of racial and ethnic data collection. The panel is also examining the role of socioeconomic status regarding health and health care disparities. However, the workshop intended to focus only on racial and ethnic data collection. The panel's final report will contain a full consideration of the collection of racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic status data.


Nuclear Hormone Receptors

Nuclear Hormone Receptors

Author: Malcolm G. Parker

Publisher:

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13:

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An overview of the supergene family made up of those nuclear hormone receptors which recognize thyroid and steroid hormones, vitamen D and retinoic acid and which are characterized by their ability to bind both ligands and the genes which respond to them.


Molecular and Cellular Changes in the Cancer Cell

Molecular and Cellular Changes in the Cancer Cell

Author:

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2016-11-16

Total Pages: 618

ISBN-13: 0128096039

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Molecular and Cellular Changes in the Cancer Cell,the latest volume in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series, includes a comprehensive summary of the evidence accumulated thus far on the molecular and cellular regulation of the various adaptations taking place in response to exercise. This volume examines some of the latest advances, highlighting some of the most important molecular and cellular alterations and environmental influences that collectively cause a normal cell to become cancerous. Special emphasis is given to changes that take place at the molecular and cellular level. Comprehensive and up-to-date survey of current knowledge on the cancer cell Includes the latest advances and the most important molecular and cellular alterations and environmental influences collectively causing cells to become cancerous Written by leading experts in the field


Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer

Author: Phuc Van Pham

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2017-04-05

Total Pages: 570

ISBN-13: 9535129996

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Breast Cancer - From Biology to Medicine thoroughly examines breast cancer from basic definitions, to cellular and molecular biology, to diagnosis and treatment. This book also has some additional focus on preclinical and clinical results in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The book begins with introduction on epidemiology and pathophysiology of breast cancer in Section 1. In Section 2, the subsequent chapters introduce molecular and cellular biology of breast cancer with some particular signaling pathways, the gene expression, as well as the gene methylation and genomic imprinting, especially the existence of breast cancer stem cells. In Section 3, some new diagnostic methods and updated therapies from surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, and some complementary therapies are discussed. This book provides a succinct yet comprehensive overview of breast cancer for advanced students, graduate students, and researchers as well as those working with breast cancer in a clinical setting.


Hormone Action

Hormone Action

Author: Bert W. O'Malley

Publisher:

Published: 1974

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13:

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Hormone assays; Hormone receptors; Evaluation of biological effects of hormones; Purification and synthesis of hormones.


Environmental Impacts on Reproductive Health and Fertility

Environmental Impacts on Reproductive Health and Fertility

Author: Tracey J. Woodruff

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2010-01-28

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 9780521519526

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Many reproductive and developmental health problems are caused by exposure to chemicals that are widely dispersed in our environment. These problems include infertility, miscarriage, poor pregnancy outcomes, abnormal fetal development, early puberty, endometriosis, and diseases and cancers of reproductive organs. The compelling nature of the collective science has resulted in recognition of a new field of environmental reproductive health. Focusing on exposures to environmental contaminants, particularly during critical periods in development and their potential effects on all aspects of future reproductive life-course, this book provides the first comprehensive source of information bringing together the arguments that are spread out among various scientific disciplines in environmental health, clinical and public health fields. It provides a review of the science in key areas of the relationship between environmental contaminants and reproductive health outcomes, and recommendations on efforts toward prevention in clinical care and public policy.


Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Assays

Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Assays

Author: Philippe Collas

Publisher: Methods in Molecular Biology

Published: 2009-08-25

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13:

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In this book, researchers deeply involved in the development and improvement of chromatin immunoprecipitation assays (ChIP) provide cutting-edge protocols devoted to the most recent progress in ChIP and related subjects.