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Towards a New Neuromorphology
This book demonstrates that the systematic study of gene expression patterns in embryonic and adult brains, in combination with selected data from earlier studies, can pave the way for a new neuromorphology, the most salient features of which may be summarized as follows: (1) Causal analysis of molecular patterning at neural plate and early neural tube stages has shown that the CNS is essential…
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- 978-3-319-79829-5
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- XV, 344
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Investing into North African Solar Power: A Legal Framework for Risk Manageme…
This book investigates how a North African solar thermal power plant can be set up under the guidance of European investors (e.g. the Desertec Concept) as a Public Private Partnership (PPP). It outlines the importance of early awareness of contract-related risks, investment risks and dispute settlement, arguing that commercial and investment arbitration are the best tools for settling disputes …
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- 978-3-319-15756-6
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Essays in Contemporary Economics A Festschrift in Memory of A. D. Karayiannis
This book is a collection of original essays grouped into four parts under the headings “Greece and European integration,” “Issues in the Methodology of Economics,” “Institutions and the Free Market Economy,” and “Insights for Today from Ancient Greece.” The essays appeal to both researchers in the corresponding fields of knowledge and also to policy makers who are looking for i…
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- 978-3-319-10043-2
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- 3 b/w illustrations
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ATEX—Explosive Atmospheres: Risk Assessment, Control and Compliance
This book details how safety (i.e. the absence of unacceptable risks) is ensured in areas where potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX) can arise. The book also offers readers essential information on how to comply with the newest (April 2016) EU legislation when the presence of ATEX cannot be avoided. By presenting general guidance on issues arising out of the EU ATEX legislation – espec…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-319-31367-2
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- XII, 197
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- Springer Series in Reliability Engineering
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- 600 JES a
ACEi and ARBS in Hypertension and Heart Failure
The renin angiotensin system is implicated in the progression of atherosclerotic disease as well as of left ventricular dysfunction. Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and AT1 receptor antagonists have been proven to reduce morbidity and mortality in patients with left ventricular dysfunction or in those at high cardiovascular risk with preserved ventricular function. This book is intende…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-319-09788-6
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- X, 150
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- Current Cardiovascular Therapy
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- 616.12 ACE a
Epilepsy Towards the Next Decade New Trends and Hopes in Epileptology
A comprehensive collection of the most recent knowledge on the biological bases of various kinds of epilepsies and modern clinical approaches to their treatment. Epilepsy affects about 0.5-1% of the world's population (about 50,000,000 individuals) and the main goal of its treatment is to eliminate seizures without creating side effects. Despite numerous advances in the treatment of epilepsy an…
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- 978-3-319-12283-0
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- 19 b/w illustrations, 21 illustrations in colour
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Epigenetics and Neuroendocrinology Clinical Focus on Psychiatry, Volume 2
The field of neuroendocrinology has extended from the initial interest in the hypothalamic control of pituitary secretion to embrace multiple reciprocal interactions between the central nervous system (CNS) and endocrine systems in the coordination of homeostasis and various physiological responses from adaptation to disease. Most recently, epigenetic mechanisms were recognized for their role i…
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- 978-3-319-29901-3
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- 22 b/w illustrations, 3 illustrations in colour
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Epigenetics and Neuroendocrinology Clinical Focus on Psychiatry, Volume 1
The field of neuroendocrinology has extended from the initial interest in the hypothalamic control of pituitary secretion to embrace multiple reciprocal interactions between the central nervous system and endocrine systems in the coordination of homeostasis and various physiological responses from adaptation to disease. Most recently, epigenetic mechanisms were recognized for their role in the …
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- 978-3-319-24493-8
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- 6 b/w illustrations, 30 illustrations in colour
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A Time for Metabolism and Hormones
Recent years have seen spectacular advances in the field of circadian biology. These have attracted the interest of researchers in many fields, including endocrinology, neurosciences, cancer, and behavior. By integrating a circadian view within the fields of endocrinology and metabolism, researchers will be able to reveal many, yet-unsuspected aspects of how organisms cope with changes in the e…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-319-27069-2
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- XIII, 132
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- Research and Perspectives in Endocrine Interactions
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- 612 TIM t
Genetic Counseling for Adult Neurogenetic Disease
The adult patient diagnosed with or at risk for a neurogenetic disease has many questions and concerns for the genetic counselor, the neurologist, and other practitioners. Because of the emotional and potentially life-altering impact of these diseases on the patient and family, counseling can be especially challenging. A rare hands-on guide to the subject, Genetic Counseling for Adult Neurog…
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- 978-1-4899-7481-5
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- 20 b/w illustrations
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- 611 Gen
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