The Affinity Trap

The Affinity Trap
Author: Martin Sketchley
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2005
Genre: Alienation (Social psychology)
ISBN: 0743468481

Vourniass Lycern -- a conosq of the three-sex Seriattic race -- holds the key to peace between Earth and Seriatt, and thus the continuation of the lucrative illegal arms trade conducted by General William Myson. When Lycern decamps to the Affinity Group complex on Veshc, Myson orders experienced Military Intelligence Officer Alexander Delgado to fetch her. While once respected, the changes that followed Myson's rise to power saw Delgado's position reduced in all but name, his independent character and methodologies unwelcome. But Delgado, sees the mission not as a chance to reinstate his name to the position of respect it once held, but an opportunity to engender a much greater level of change. When he comes into contact with Lycern, however, Delgado faces his greatest ever challenge, the consequences of which have the ability to change his life -- and potentially the future of Earth -- forever. In the first of the Structure novels, Martin Sketchley has created a vivid widescreen setting in which the boundaries between good and evil, male and female, human and non-human are often indistinguishable despite the wishes and perceptions of the startling characters he has created. Sexuality, gender roles, and the fundamental drives of every human being are explored within a gripping dynamic storyline that highlights the contrast between what humans perceive themselves to be, and what they really are.

Electrophoresis

Electrophoresis
Author: Budin Michov
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 1122
Release: 2020-09-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3110389967

Electrophoresis is a straightforward but informative analytical method used in biochemistry, biology and medicine. This book combines a detailed discussion of theory and technical application with an elaborate section on troubleshooting and problem solving in electrophoresis. Therefore the book is an important guide for both students and scientists.

Electrophoresis Fundamentals

Electrophoresis Fundamentals
Author: Budin Michov
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 521
Release: 2022-04-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3110761645

Electrophoresis methods are simple and informative analytical methods, which are used in biochemistry and medicine. They are necessary for precise investigation of proteins and nucleic acids (DNA and RNA). Electrophoresis is practiced in chemical, biochemical, and clinical laboratories, as well as in forensic medicine laboratories. This book will discuss the fundamentals of electrophoresis methods at the graduate level.

Affinity Chromatography and Biological Recognition

Affinity Chromatography and Biological Recognition
Author: Irwin Chaiken
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2012-12-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323146627

Affinity Chromatography and Biological Recognition contains manuscripts presented at the Fifth International Symposium on Affinity Chromatography and Biological Recognition convened in June 12-17, 1983, at St. John's College in Annapolis, Maryland. Organized into six parts encompassing 82 chapters, the book begins by examining the growing synergism between affinity methods and the understanding and study of basic principles of biological recognition. The book then focuses on the trends and progress in the design and application of affinity methods for isolation, therapeutics, diagnostics, and biotechnology. Significant chapters are devoted to the contributions of affinity methodology in such areas as cell membrane receptors, quantitative properties of macromolecular interactions, microscale analytical and preparative applications of high performance affinity chromatography, antibodies as in vivo and in vitro diagnostic and therapeutic agents, and drug targeting. This volume will be a stimulus for broad and creative application of affinity concepts and methods in many fields of biomedical research and biotechnology.

Biomedical Diagnostic Science

Biomedical Diagnostic Science
Author: Wai Tak Law
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2002-07-30
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0203909143

Examines developments in gene and biochips! Biomedical Diagnostic Science and Technology comprehensively discusses new signals for analyte detection site-directed immobilization of proteins methods to improve surface biocompatibility current strategies for the treatment of diabetes t

Cytokines and Joint Injury

Cytokines and Joint Injury
Author: Wim B. van den Berg
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3034878834

The purpose of this volume in the Progress in Inflammation Research series is to provide the biomedical and clinical researcher with a state-of-the-art insight in the role of cytokines in joint inflammation and joint destruction. This is of relevance for better understanding of key processes in diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). Apart from the impact of old and novel cytokines on joint tissues, the various chapters address the issue of targeted therapy with biological response modifiers and future interventions with carefully designed inhibitors. Spe cial attention is given to elements of synovial cell activation, cell-cell interaction, cytokine interplay as well as mechanisms of cartilage destruction and bone erosion. In addition to an outline of the role of established cytokines, such as TNF, IL-l and IL-6, new information is given on the novel cytokines IL-15, IL-17 and IL-18 and their positioning in the complex cytokine interplay. Cytokine regulation of destructive enzymes, RANKL, the endogenous inhibitor OPG and their crucial roles as central players in joint erosion are highlighted. Together, the chapters provide a complete and balanced view on pivotal cytokines and joint pathology.

Peptide, Protein and Enzyme Design

Peptide, Protein and Enzyme Design
Author:
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 686
Release: 2016-08-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128054344

De Novo Enzyme Design, the newest volume in the Methods in Enzymology series, continues the legacy of this premier serial with quality chapters authored by leaders in the field. This volume includes the design of metal binding maquettes, insertion of non-natural cofactors, Cu metallopeptides, non-covalent interactions in peptide assemblies, peptide binding and bundling, heteronuclear metalloenzymes, florinated peptides, De Novo imaging agents, and protein-protein interaction. - Continues the legacy of this premier serial with quality chapters on de novo enzyme design - Represents the newest volume in the Methods in Enzymology series, providing premier, quality chapters authored by leaders in the field - Ideal reference for those interested in the study of enzyme design that looks at both structure and mechanism

Challenges in Protein Product Development

Challenges in Protein Product Development
Author: Nicholas W. Warne
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 596
Release: 2018-06-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319906038

In this volume, the authors discuss the many significant challenges currently faced in biotechnology dosage form development, providing guidance, shared experience and thoughtful reflection on how best to address these potential concerns. As the field of therapeutic recombinant therapeutic proteins enters its fourth decade and the market for biopharmaceuticals becomes increasingly competitive, companies are increasingly dedicating resources to develop innovative biopharmaceuticals to address unmet medical needs. Often, the pharmaceutical development scientist is encountering challenging pharmaceutical properties of a given protein or by the demands placed on the product by stability, manufacturing and preclinical or clinical expectations, as well as the evolving regulatory expectations and landscape. Further, there have been new findings that require close assessment, as for example those related to excipient quality, processing, viscosity and device compatibility and administration, solubility and opalescence and container-closure selection. The literature varies widely in its discussion of these critical elements and consensus does not exist. This topic is receiving a great deal of attention within the biotechnology industry as well as with academic researchers and regulatory agencies globally. Therefore, this book is of interest for business leaders, researchers, formulation and process development scientists, analytical scientists, QA and QC officers, regulatory staff, manufacturing leaders and regulators active in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, and expert reviewers in regulatory agencies.

World Congress on Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering May 26-31, 2012, Beijing, China

World Congress on Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering May 26-31, 2012, Beijing, China
Author: Mian Long
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 2385
Release: 2013-02-11
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642293050

The congress’s unique structure represents the two dimensions of technology and medicine: 13 themes on science and medical technologies intersect with five challenging main topics of medicine to create a maximum of synergy and integration of aspects on research, development and application. Each of the congress themes was chaired by two leading experts. The themes address specific topics of medicine and technology that provide multiple and excellent opportunities for exchanges.