Phospholipids Handbook

Phospholipids Handbook
Author: Gregor Cevc
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1162
Release: 2018-04-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1351424963

Employing a multidisciplinary approach to phospholipid research, this work catalogues the current knowledge of this class of molecules and details the general, chemical, physical and structural properties of phospholipid monolayers and bilayers. Phospholipid applications are also covered.

Phospholipids Handbook

Phospholipids Handbook
Author: Gregor Cevc
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1130
Release: 1993-08-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780824790509

Employing a multidisciplinary approach to phospholipid research, this work catalogues the current knowledge of this class of molecules and details the general, chemical, physical and structural properties of phospholipid monolayers and bilayers. Phospholipid applications are also covered.

Biochemistry of Lipids, Lipoproteins and Membranes

Biochemistry of Lipids, Lipoproteins and Membranes
Author: J.E. Vance
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 619
Release: 1991-12-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 008086080X

The second edition of this book on lipids, lipoprotein and membrane biochemistry has two major objectives - to provide anadvanced textbook for students in these areas of biochemistry,and to summarise the field for scientists pursuing research inthese and related fields. Since the first edition of this book was published in 1985 theemphasis on research in the area of lipid and membrane biochemistry has evolved in new directions. Consequently, thesecond edition has been modified to include four chapters on lipoproteins. Moreover, the other chapters have been extensivelyupdated and revised so that additional material covering the areas of cell signalling by lipids, the assembly of lipids andproteins into membranes, and the increasing use of molecular biological techniques for research in the areas of lipid, lipoprotein and membrane biochemistry have been included. Each chapter of the textbook is written by an expert in the field, but the chapters are not simply reviews of current literature. Rather, they are written as current, readable summaries of these areas of research which should be readily understandable to students and researchers who have a basic knowledge of general biochemistry. The authors were selected fortheir abilities both as researchers and as communicators. In addition, the editors have carefully coordinated the chapters sothat there is little overlap, yet extensive cross-referencing among chapters.

Handbook of Lipid Bilayers, Second Edition

Handbook of Lipid Bilayers, Second Edition
Author: Derek Marsh
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1176
Release: 2013-02-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1420088327

Now in its second edition, the Handbook of Lipid Bilayers is a groundbreaking work that remains the field’s definitive text and only comprehensive source for primary physicochemical data relating to phospholipid bilayers. Along with basic thermodynamic data, coverage includes both dynamic and structural properties of phospholipid bilayers. It is an indispensable reference for users of bilayer model membranes and liposome delivery systems and for those interested in the biophysics of membrane structure. Each chapter in the second edition contains considerable amounts of explanation and elaboration, including, in many cases, extensive analysis of structural connections between the data. New in the Second Edition: Chapters on crystal structures of phospholipids include new structures and more comprehensive data on bond lengths, bond angles, and torsion angles—and all coordinates are Cartesian Wide-angle data is indexed whenever possible to characterize chain-packing modes in gel and crystalline lamellar phases Low-angle data are analyzed in terms of the lipid and water thicknesses Headgroup separations in electron density profiles for phospholipids are included, and a separate section is devoted to the in-depth analysis of electron density profiles that provides the most detailed structural information on fluid lamellar phases Phase diagrams of phospholipid mixtures are vastly expanded and have been redrawn in standardized format to aid intercomparison. Cholesterol, including ternary systems, is now featured. New sections on titration calorimetry, and much extended data on the temperature dependence of transfer rates The greatly expanded chapter on bilayer–bilayer interactions features new and detailed information on the components of interbilayer pressures

Handbook of Thin-Layer Chromatography

Handbook of Thin-Layer Chromatography
Author: Joseph Sherma
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1048
Release: 2003-04-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0203912438

In this third edition, more than 40 renowned authorities introduce and update chapters on the theory, fundamentals, techniques, and instrumentation of thin-layer chromatography (TLC) and high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC), highlighting the latest procedures and applications of TLC to 19 important compound classes and coverage of TLC applications by compound type. Easily adaptable to industrial scenarios , the Handbook of Thin-Layer Chromatography, Third Edition supports practical research strategies with extensive tables of data, offers numerous figures that illustrate techniques and chromatograms, and includes a glossary as well as a directory of equipment suppliers.

A Guide to Phospholipid Chemistry

A Guide to Phospholipid Chemistry
Author: Donald James Hanahan
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 225
Release: 1997
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0195079817

"A Guide to Phospholipid Chemistry" provides an introduction to phospholipid chemistry for graduate students and practicing research scientists who are encountering these compounds for the first time. Hanahan describes the methodology for recovering lipids intact from cells or tissues and emphasis is placed on the analytical methodology for assay of phospholipids, together with a detailed description of the routes to their proof of structure. Written in a simple and straightforward manner with several "hands-on" examples that can be followed easily in any laboratory, this book will be beneficial not only to professionals but to graduate students as well.

Plant Biotechnology Handbook

Plant Biotechnology Handbook
Author: NIIR Board
Publisher: NIIR PROJECT CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2004-04-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 8186623833

Plant biotechnology is a precise process in which scientific techniques are used to develop molecular and cellular based technologies to improve plant productivity, quality and health; to improve the quality of plant products; or to prevent, reduce or eliminate constraints to plant productivity caused by diseases, pest organisms and environmental stresses. It can be defined as human intervention on plant material by means of technological instruments in order to produce permanent effects, and includes genetic engineering and gene manipulation to obtain transgenic plants. Plant genetic engineering is used to produce new inheritable combinations by introducing external DNA to plant material in an unnatural way. The results are genetically modified plants (GMPs) or transgenic plants. The key instrument used in plant biotechnology is the plant tissue culture (PTC) technique which refers to the in vitro culture of protoplasts, cells, tissues and organs. Plant biotechnology in use today relies on advanced technology, which allows plant breeders to make precise genetic changes to impart beneficial traits to plants. The application of biotechnology in agriculture has resulted in benefits to farmers, producers and consumers. Plant biotechnology has helped make both insect pest control and weed management safer and easier while safeguarding plants against disease. The worldwide demand for food, feed and modern textile fibers can only be met in the future with the help of plant biotechnology. It has the potential to open up whole new business areas that will totally redefine the current market scope and perception. This book majorly deals with the organisms of biotechnology, herbicide resistant plants, transgenic plants with improved storage proteins, engineering for preservation of fruits, enhancing the photosynthetic efficiency, basic requirements for nitrogen fixation, animal and plant cell cultures , insecticides, cellular characteristics which influence the choice of cell , the growth of animal and plant cells immobilized within a confining matrix, virus free clones through plant tissue culture , microbial metabolism of carbon dioxide , organisms involved in the conversion of hydrogen, hydrogen utilization by aerobic hydrogen oxidizing bacteria, overproduction of microbial metabolites, regulation of metabolite synthesis etc. The book contains measurement of plant cell growth, plant tissue culture, initiation of embryo genesis in suspension culture, micro propagation in plants, isolation of plant DNA and many more. This is very helpful book for entrepreneurs, consultants, students, institutions, researchers etc.

Handbook of Seafood and Seafood Products Analysis

Handbook of Seafood and Seafood Products Analysis
Author: Fidel Toldrá
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 969
Release: 2024-03-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1003825435

Seafood and seafood products represent some of the most important foods in almost all types of societies around the world. More intensive production of fish and shellfish to meet high demand has raised some concerns related to the nutritional and sensory qualities of these cultured fish in comparison to their wild-catch counterparts. In addition, the variety in processing, preservation, and storage methods from traditional to modern is contributing to an increase in variability in consumer products. This second edition of the Handbook of Seafood and Seafood Products Analysis brings together the work of 109 experts who focus on the most recent research and development trends in analytical techniques and methodologies for the analysis of captured fresh and preserved seafood, either cultivated or wild, as well as for derived products. After providing a general introduction, this handbook provides 48 chapters distributed in six sections: Chemistry and biochemistry focuses on the analysis of main chemical and biochemical compounds of seafood. Processing control describes the analysis of technological quality and the use of some non-destructive techniques as well as methods to check freshness, detection of species, and geographic origin and to evaluate smoke flavoring. Nutritional quality deals with the analysis of nutrients in seafood such as essential amino acids, bioactive peptides, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and trace elements, and fatty acids. Sensory quality covers the sensory quality and main analytical tools to determine color, texture, flavor and off-flavor, quality index methods as well as sensory descriptors, sensory aspects of heat-treated seafood, and sensory perception. Biological Safety looks at tools for the detection of spoilage, pathogens, parasites, viruses, marine toxins, antibiotics, and GM ingredients. Chemical Safety focuses on the identification of fish species, detection of adulterations, veterinary drug residues, irradiation, food contact materials, and chemical toxic compounds from the environment, generated during processing or intentionally added. Key Features: This comprehensive handbook provides a full overview of the tools now available for the analysis of captured fresh and preserved seafood, either cultivated or wild, as well as for derived products. This is a comprehensive and informative book that presents both the merits and limitations of analytical techniques and also gives future developments for guaranteeing the quality of seafood and seafood products. This cutting-edge work covers processes used from all of the seven seas to ensure that consumers find safe, nutritionally beneficial, and appealing seafood products at their markets and restaurants. This handbook covers the main types of worldwide available analytical techniques and methodologies for the analysis of seafood and seafood products.

Structure and Dynamics of Membranes

Structure and Dynamics of Membranes
Author: R. Lipowsky
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 537
Release: 1995-06-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080541917

The first volume of the Handbook deals with the amazing world of biomembranes and lipid bilayers. Part A describes all aspects related to the morphology of these membranes, beginning with the complex architecture of biomembranes, continues with a description of the bizarre morphology of lipid bilayers and concludes with technological applications of these membranes. The first two chapters deal with biomembranes, providing an introduction to the membranes of eucaryotes and a description of the evolution of membranes. The following chapters are concerned with different aspects of lipids including the physical properties of model membranes composed of lipid-protein mixtures, lateralphase separation of lipids and proteins and measurement of lipid-protein bilayer diffusion. Other chapters deal with the flexibility of fluid bilayers, the closure of bilayers into vesicles which attain a large variety of different shapes, and applications of lipid vesicles and liposomes. Part B covers membrane adhesion, membrane fusion and the interaction of biomembranes withpolymer networks such as the cytoskeleton. The first two chapters of this part discuss the generic interactions of membranes from the conceptual point of view. The following two chapters summarize the experimental work on two different bilayer systems. The next chapter deals with the process ofcontact formation, focal bounding and macroscopic contacts between cells. The cytoskeleton within eucaryotic cells consists of a network of relatively stiff filaments of which three different types of filaments have been identified. As explained in the next chapter much has been recently learned aboutthe interaction of these filaments with the cell membrane. The final two chapters deal with membrane fusion.

CRC Handbook of Chromatography

CRC Handbook of Chromatography
Author: Kumar D. Mukherjee
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 546
Release: 1993-05-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780849330391

Handbook of Chromatography: Analysis of Lipids provides a valuable review of state-of-the-art applications of chromatographic techniques (TLC, GC, HPLC) and other analytical techniques. Much of this volume is devoted to applications of HPLC (including supercritical fluid chromatography) in the analysis of lipids such as fatty acids, oxygenated fatty acids, enantiomeric acyl- and alkylglycerols, and lipoproteins. The handbook also provides extensive coverage of applications of combinations of various chromatographic techniques used in the analysis of ozonides, anacardic acids, glycerophospholipids, products of lipolysis, artifacts and contaminants in edible fats, acylated proteins, non-caloric lipids, lipophilic vitamins, acyl-Coenzyme A thioesters, dolichols, mycolic acids, technical fats and fat products, and liposomes. Handbook of Chromatography: Analysis of Lipids will be a useful reference for oil chemists, biochemists, fat science technologists, and other scientists involved in lipid research.