Cell Biology

Cell Biology
Author: Julio E. Celis
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 630
Release: 2005-11-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080454240

This four-volume laboratory manual contains comprehensive state-of-the-art protocols essential for research in the life sciences. Techniques are presented in a friendly step-by-step fashion, providing useful tips and potential pitfalls. The important steps and results are beautifully illustrated for further ease of use. This collection enables researchers at all stages of their careers to embark on basic biological problems using a variety of technologies and model systems. This thoroughly updated third edition contains 165 new articles in classical as well as rapidly emerging technologies. Topics covered include: - Cell and Tissue Culture: Associated Techniques, Viruses, Antibodies, Immunocytochemistry (Volume 1) - Organelle and Cellular Structures, Assays (Volume 2) - Imaging Techniques, Electron Microscopy, Scanning Probe and Scanning Electron Microscopy, Microdissection, Tissue Arrays, Cytogenetics and In Situ Hybridization, Genomics and Transgenic Knockouts and Knock-down Methods (Volume 3) - Transfer of Macromolecules, Expression Systems, Gene Expression Profiling (Volume 4) - Indispensable bench companion for every life science laboratory - Provides the latest information on the plethora of technologies needed to tackle complex biological problems - Includes numerous illustrations, some in full color, supporting steps and results

A Faunal Review of Aleocharine Beetles in the Rapidly Changing Arctic and Subarctic Regions of North America (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae)

A Faunal Review of Aleocharine Beetles in the Rapidly Changing Arctic and Subarctic Regions of North America (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae)
Author: Jan Klimaszewski
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 712
Release: 2021-08-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030681912

Arctic and Subarctic North America is particularly affected by climate change, where average temperatures are rising three times faster than the global average. Documenting the changing climate/environment of the north requires a structured knowledge of indicator taxa that reflect the effects of climate changes.Aleocharine beetles are a dominant group of forest insects, which are being used in many projects as indicators of environmental change. Many species are forest specialists restricted to certain microhabitats, some are generalists and others are open habitat specialists. They represent many ecological niches and, as such, are good indicators for many other species as well. The majority of Canadian aleocharine beetle species (about 600 spp.) has been studied and published by Jan Klimaszewski et al. (2018, 2020), mainly from southern, central, and western Canada, while the northern taxa remain poorly known and documented. The aim of the present book is to summarize the knowledge on this insect group in the Arctic and Subarctic North America and to provide a diagnostic and ecological tool for scientists studying and monitoring insects in northern Canada and Alaska. The book includes a review of the literature, information on 238 species and their habitats, taxonomic review, images, and identification tools.

Avoiding Data Pitfalls

Avoiding Data Pitfalls
Author: Ben Jones
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2019-11-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119278163

Avoid data blunders and create truly useful visualizations Avoiding Data Pitfalls is a reputation-saving handbook for those who work with data, designed to help you avoid the all-too-common blunders that occur in data analysis, visualization, and presentation. Plenty of data tools exist, along with plenty of books that tell you how to use them—but unless you truly understand how to work with data, each of these tools can ultimately mislead and cause costly mistakes. This book walks you step by step through the full data visualization process, from calculation and analysis through accurate, useful presentation. Common blunders are explored in depth to show you how they arise, how they have become so common, and how you can avoid them from the outset. Then and only then can you take advantage of the wealth of tools that are out there—in the hands of someone who knows what they're doing, the right tools can cut down on the time, labor, and myriad decisions that go into each and every data presentation. Workers in almost every industry are now commonly expected to effectively analyze and present data, even with little or no formal training. There are many pitfalls—some might say chasms—in the process, and no one wants to be the source of a data error that costs money or even lives. This book provides a full walk-through of the process to help you ensure a truly useful result. Delve into the "data-reality gap" that grows with our dependence on data Learn how the right tools can streamline the visualization process Avoid common mistakes in data analysis, visualization, and presentation Create and present clear, accurate, effective data visualizations To err is human, but in today's data-driven world, the stakes can be high and the mistakes costly. Don't rely on "catching" mistakes, avoid them from the outset with the expert instruction in Avoiding Data Pitfalls.

Pitfalls 2

Pitfalls 2
Author: J. D. Camorlinga
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-11-14
Genre:
ISBN: 9780999361054

Simply put, a logical fallacy is an error in reasoning. Learning to identify and avoid logical pitfalls is an important part of learning to think and communicate well. Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength" (Mark 12:30). Identifying bad reasoning can help us do that. It enables us to better discern and convey truth and protects us from errors. Pitfalls Volume 2 highlights even more ways fallacies fail to convey truth. Now, let's strengthen our minds!

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning
Author: George A. Steiner
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2010-06-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1451602537

In today's complex world of business, strategic planning is indispensable to effective management. Ever since the mid-1950's, when American companies began to develop formal long-range planning systems, wise managers have understood the importance of knowing where their firm was headed and how it intended to get there. To function effectively in a modern, planned operation, every manager must have a practical understanding of how the planning process works. That's exactly what this book offers: a step-by-step guide to strategic planning. George A. Steiner, a well-known expert in the field of management, provides a concise, jargon-free handbook that avoids abstract theory and takes you straight to the how-to of planning. Whether you're designing and implementing a new plan or working with a plan that's already in operation, Strategic Planning puts the information you need at your fingertips. It takes you through every stage of the process, from idea to execution to evaluation. (And explains Fifty Common Pitfalls you'll need to know about.)You can plug your own data into the lucid charts, tables, and checklists for a valuable start on getting organized and evaluating your planning needs. And there's plenty of penetrating discussion about the questions and quandaries you're likely to meet along the way. For example: * How do you identify, evaluate, and implement strategies? * How do you design a planning system to fit the unique characteristics of you and your company? * Can an intuitive manager do formal strategic planning? * What are some ways to develop clear objectives? * What human behavior factors can endanger planning and how can managers overcome them? * How, and when, should a situation audit be made? * What do you need to know about computer models? * How can business planning lessons be applied to not-for-profit organizations? * How can managers apply lessons of planning experience to the planning of their own careers? You don't have to get an advanced degree to make strategic planning a part of your management style. All you need is the expert advice in this idea-packed handbook. (As a bonus the book includes a glossary of the terms, tools, and techniques of strategic planning.)

PROCEEDING RECENT UPDATES IN MULTIPLE TRAUMA: DIAGNOSTICS, MANAGEMENT, AND PITFALLS IN THE 2ND SOLO SURGICAL FORUM 2022

PROCEEDING RECENT UPDATES IN MULTIPLE TRAUMA: DIAGNOSTICS, MANAGEMENT, AND PITFALLS IN THE 2ND SOLO SURGICAL FORUM 2022
Author: Prof. Dr. dr. Aryono Djuned Pusponegoro, Sp.B(K)BD
Publisher: Nas Media Pustaka
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2023-02-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 6233518539

The treatment of multiple trauma is continuously updated to provide the latest treatments, and receiving great attention of surgeons, doctors, researchers, residents students, and other health practitioners. In addition, to provide optimal treatment and prevent pitfalls in management of multiple trauma cases, I hope that a scientific forum will be the right forum for sharing ideas and exchange skills on how we can provide optimal and comprehensive management of multiple traumas for society in the future.

International Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus

International Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus
Author: R. A. De Fronzo
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 2073
Release: 2004-06-25
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0471486558

This new edition is the most comprehensive reference on both the clinical and scientific aspects of diabetes, and is truly global in perspective with the inclusion of epidemiology and the nature and care of diabetes in different parts of the world. Following a similar format to the previous editions, the primary philosophy of the book is to comprehensively cover the basic science of metabolism, linking this closely to the pathophysiology and clinical aspects of the disease. A valuable resource for the whole diabetes community, the new edition offers: * Fully revised, updated and expanded chapters * Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of diabetes * 116 extensively referenced chapters * Full colour throughout * Available in print and online The International Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus, Third Edition is also available online via Wiley InterScience. With the flexibility afforded by the powerful search and navigation capabilities of Wiley InterScience, you can search the Textbook by subject, article and keyword. New and revised articles added regularly ensure that both professionals and students working within diabetes are kept abreast of rapidly developing areas such as genetics, treatment and epidemiology. This excellent work is an essential reference tool for all members of diabetes and endocrine teams, medical students, medical schools and libraries, and provides a valuable resource for pharmaceutical companies and industries which have an interest in this important field. FROM REVIEWS OF THE SECOND EDITION: "The scope is extraordinarily wide and truly international...a must for all libraries and any individuals who are seriously interested in the diabetes epidemic..." (Diabetologia) "...a cornerstone in the field of diabetes..." (The European Journal of Medicine) "...This multi-authored textbook provides a wealth of information spanning virtually all aspects of diabetes..." (Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism)

NUREG/CR.

NUREG/CR.
Author: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Publisher:
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1981
Genre: Nuclear energy
ISBN: