Creator: Stephen E. Straus
Edition: CD-Rom
Publication date: 2001-06
Dewey code: 612
List Price: $600.00
Price: $438.00
Review Lww's Organism Central (Media) / Lippincott Williams & Wilkins:CD-ROM, in display case, offering a central resource for information on a variety of organisms, featuring comprehensive taxonomy and species indices. In four sections covering bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, and virology. System requirements: Pentium PC with 32 MB RAM, 100MB free disk space, Windows, CD-ROM drive, and 800x600 resolution display.
Authors
- Thomas Sinkjaer
- Dejan Popovic
Publication date: 2000-05-15
Dewey code: 617.03
Price: $149.00
Review Control of Movement for the Physically Disabled / Springer:Restoring motor functions has been an exciting yet frustrating research topic for the last several decades. While significant progress has occurred in the design, construction, and low level control of rehabilitation devices, researchers are up against fundamental problems in multi-sensory processing and motor control. The aim of this book is to explore parallels in sensorimotor integration of rehabilitation devices and human extremities, addressing the basic question on how the next generation of rehabilitation devices should evolve. By bringing together experimental physiology, kinesiology, rehabilitation therapy, computer and electrical engineering, this book discusses a range of issues starting from natural and ending with artificial control. While the ultimate goal of capturing able-bodied versatility remains elusive, this book makes an important contribution to a better understanding and design of future rehabilitation methods and devices via a simple underlying message: a topic as complex as restoration of human movements would be best addressed by collaborative, interdisciplinary research, combining high level and low level views, drawing parallels between human studies, analytic and non-analytic approaches, and integrating sensory data with motor commands. The future will hold up the expectations only as researchers become aware of advances in parallel fields, and a common vocabulary emerges.
Creator: Eliezer Geisler
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2008-06-17
Dewey code: 651.504261
List Price: $995.00
Price: $795.99
Review Encyclopedia of Healthcare Information Systems / Medical Information Science Reference:Healthcare, a vital industry that touches most of us in our lives, faces major challenges in demographics, technology, and finance. Longer life expectancy and an aging population, technological advancements that keep people younger and healthier, and financial issues are a constant strain on healthcare organizations resources and management. Focusing on the organizations ability to improve access, quality, and value of care to the patient may present possible solutions to these challenges. The Encyclopedia of Healthcare Information Systems provides an extensive and rich compilation of international research, discussing the use, adoption, design, and diffusion of information communication technologies (ICTs) in healthcare, including the role of ICTs in the future of healthcare delivery; access, quality, and value of healthcare; nature and evaluation of medical technologies; ethics and social implications; and medical information management.
Publication date: 1996-04
Dewey code: 610.28
Price: $125.00
Review Detection and Estimation Methods for Biomedical Signals / Academic Press:Detection and Estimation Methods for Biomedical Signals discusses the most powerful signal detection and estimation methods in use, and includes appendices of related computer programs to aid the reader in applying the methods to their particular problem. This book includes numerous practical examples of detection and estimation of biological signals, such as the detection of Multiple Sclerosis, using the orthogonal expansion method, and the early detection of coronary artery disease and occlusions before and after angioplasty by the Eigenvector methods. There is also ample coverage of four different wavelet transforms, useful in biomedical signal processing, as well as coverage of biomedical applications of neural networks and chaos theory. This book includes a disk of ANSII C source code for ten useful computer programs. Key Features* Time–frequency methods: design, implementation, simulation, biomedical applications, computer programs on disk* Wavelets: design, implementation, simulation, biomedical applications, computer programs on disk* High resolution methods: design, implementation, simulation, biomedical applications, computer programs on disk* Singular value composition, principle component analysis, Karhunen-Loeve transforms: design, implementation, and biomedical applications* Bayes Rules and Neyman-Pearson Methods: design, implementation, biomedical applications.
Creator: Cornelius T. Leondes
Publication date: 2009-01-29
Dewey code: 530
List Price: $429.00
Price: $429.00
Review Biomechanical Systems Technology: Cardiovascular Systems / World Scientific Publishing Company:
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2001-04-04
Dewey code: 614.48
List Price: $119.95
Price: $349.94
Review Sterilization Validation and Routine Operation Handbook: Radiation / CRC:The validation and radiation sterilization process for biomaterials and medical devices requires careful planning to ensure regulatory compliance followed by precise accuracy in execution and documentation. This in-depth guide details all steps from prevalidation planning to final report and ongoing monitoring and control. Sterilization Validation & Routine Operation Handbook: Radiation provides a framework for the validation and routine operation of an irradiation sterilization process. The guidance presented complies with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137: 1994, Sterilization of health care product-Requirements for validation and routine control-Radiation sterilization and the newly published AAMI substantiation of 25 kGy using VDmax procedure. The author discusses methods to aid in comprehending the requirements in these standards. She also provides practical procedures for the validation and routine monitoring and control of specific gamma and electron beam radiation sterilization processes. Background chapters provide needed information on radiation sterilization technologies, sterilization microbiology, validation approaches and working with a radiation sterilization contractor. Much of the information in this new book is presented in convenient tables and charts, with diagrams and other schematics that simply illustrate appropriate validation methodologies. Sterilization Validation & Routine Operation Handbook: Radiation brings together in one resource information scattered throughout many documents and will be useful to all those involved in the sterilization of medical materials, drugs and devices.
Edition: 2
Publication date: 1997-06
Dewey code: 681.7610285
List Price: $179.00
Price: $235.01
Review Software Development and Quality Assurance for the Healthcare Manufacturing Industries / Interpharm Press Inc:Completely revised and updated, this book is a practical guide for anyone involved in all levels of the development and quality assurance of software programs for healthcare products - particularly in the medical device and equipment manufacturing industries. From high-level strategies and mechanics to detailed flow charts, tables, and sample forms, the text helps assure that all requisite phases of development and testing have been considered and implemented as readers develop a complete, integrated, cohesive, and interrelated software quality assurance program. Readers will learn how to design, implement, and manage the software development effort, as well as how to audit the program.
Creator: Claude E. Terry
Edition: 4
Publication date: 1997-06-16
Dewey code: 615
List Price: $520.00
Price: $299.95
Review Toxicology Desk Reference / CRC:a comprehensive source for medical, legal, & regulatory information on human exposure to metals and chemicals. provides physicians, toxicologists, and emergency responders with vital info on exposure to 150 hazardous substances.
Authors
- Hawaii) Pacific Medical Technology Symposium (1998 : Honolulu
Dewey code: 610.14
List Price: $135.00
Price: $135.00
Review Pacific Medical Technology Symposium: August 17-20, 1998 Honolulu, Hawai'I : Proceedings / Institute of Electrical & Electronics Enginee:
Edition: 2
Publication date: 1993-01
List Price: $304.50
Price: $304.49
Review Histotechnology: A Self-Instructional Text / American Society of Clinical Pathologists Pre:dvances in histotechnology continue to expand the capabilities of the histopathology laboratory, but also require continual study by practitioners to remain current. The second edition of Histotechnology; A Self-Instructional Text presents all the latest advances as well as the fundamentals that are critical to achieving the highest quality work. Written as both reference and teaching tool Histotechnology; A Self-Instructional Text addresses the essentials of preparing histology specimens including staining and processing, laboratory safety issues, and immunohistochemistry in fourteen instructional units. Electron microscopy and enzyme histochemistry have been added to this edition to help histotechnologists preparing for the HTL(ASCP) certifying examination. Each unit presents the learning objectives of the section, explains and illustrates the technique, and then gives specific learning activities that will reinforce the information. Written as both a teaching tool and reference, the format also makes troubleshooting fast and easy. Histotechnology is an excellent learning tool for histologic technic students, and for residents and pathologists seeking to expand their understanding of the technology used in the histopathology laboratory. It is equally well suited as a desk reference for the more common special staining techniques and their results. Partial Contents Fixation; Processing; Instrumentation; Safety; Laboratory Mathematics and Solution Preparation; Nuclear and Cytoplasmic Staining; Carbohydrates and Amyloid; Connective and Muscle Tissue; Nerve; Microorganisms; Pigments, Minerals, and Cytoplasmic Granules; Immunohistochemistry; Enzyme Histochemistry; Electron Microscopy.
Publication date: 2002-01-04
Dewey code: 612
List Price: $260.00
Price: $699.05
Review Laboratory Hematology CD-ROM / Prentice Hall:Designed to provide diagnostic assistance in peripheral blood smear analysis, this first of its kind, user-friendly, quick-access CD is based on the latest scientific findings and laboratory experience. It features 1) an abundance of high-quality images of normal and abnormal erythrocytes, leukocytes and thrombocytes, 2) a thorough searchable text dealing with blood cell development, location, roles and changes, 3) a laboratory section containing all reference values obtained from hematology findings, various techniques of preparation and analysis, graphs and tables, and 4) a unique and complete animation of the development of blood cells. Both images and text can be printed in various hard copy formats. Hematopoiesis. Erythrocytes. Leukocytes. Thrombocytes. Methods of Determination. Laboratory Diagnostic Tests. Significance of Cytochemical Reactions. [+]For Hematologists, Laboratory Staff, Biochemists, and Clinical Chemists.
Creator: Cornelius T. Leondes
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2000-12-21
Dewey code: 621
List Price: $1,623.00
Price: $1,623.00
Review Biomechanical Systems: Techniques and Applications, Four Volume Set / CRC:Because of developments in powerful computer technology, computational techniques, advances in a wide spectrum of diverse technologies, and other advances coupled with cross disciplinary pursuits between technology and its greatly significant applied implications in human body processes, the field of biomechanics is evolving as a broadly significant area. In four volumes, Biomechanical Systems, Techniques, and Applications explores the many areas of significant advances, including dynamics of musculo-skeletal systems; mechanics of hard and soft tissues, muscles, bone remodeling, hard and soft tissue interfaces, blood flow, air flow, flow-prosthesis interfaces, and impact; cardiovascular and respiratory biomechanics; and dynamics of many machine interactions.
Authors
- B.H Brown
- D.C. Barber
- P.V Lawford
- D.R Hose
- R.H Smallwood
Publication date: 1999-06-15
Dewey code: 612.014
Price: $180.00
Review Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering (Medical Sciences Series) / Taylor & Francis:A self-contained text, Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering provides a strong foundation for physics and engineering students who are just approaching medical physics and biomedical engineering. Those actively engaged medical physicists and biomedical engineers, as well as clinicians interested in the technological aspects of medicine also will find much of interest in its breadth of coverage. The first part of the book presents the underlying physics, electronics, anatomy, and physiology, and the second addresses practical applications. Where necessary, references to the mathematical background are provided and detailed derivations are kept to a minimum.
Creator: John D. Enderle
Publication date: 2001-01
Dewey code: 612
List Price: $464.00
Price: $464.00
Review Proceedings of the 22nd Annual Interational Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society: 23-28 July 2000 Navy Pier Convention Center Chicago, Illinois, USA / Institute of Electrical & Electronics Enginee:
Creator: A. A. Tuffery
Edition: 2 Sub
Publication date: 1995-06-27
Dewey code: 619
Price: $175.00
Review Laboratory Animals: An Introduction for Experimenters, 2nd Edition / John Wiley & Sons:Details procedures for producing worthwhile and reliable studies using laboratory animals following legislative requirements.
Creator: Tracie Bunton
Edition: 1st
Publication date: 2000-06-15
Dewey code: 501
List Price: $270.00
Price: $498.47
Review The Laboratory Rat (Handbook of Experimental Animals) / Academic Press:This reference series will provide all researchers using laboratory animals with comprehensive practical information on the various species. Each title in the series is devoted to a particular species, and draws together all available data in a "one-stop", easily accessible source. Each has similar format, with sections on the strains available, their husbandry, and special diets. Also included are sections on gross anatomy, endocrinology, and reproduction, followed by more detailed sections on neuroanatomy, vasculature, cell biology, and histology of particular organs and structures, and a section on molecular biology. High quality illustrations are included throughout and a color plate section is provided. A glossary, list of equipment suppliers, and "Quick Reference Section" are added features. The "Quick Reference Section" brings together all tables from the text, allowing readers to find data swiftly. The first volume in The Handbook of Experimental Animals Series, The Laboratory Rat, provides researchers in academia and industry using laboratory animals with comprehensive, practical information on the species. The Laboratory Rat has been divided into eight sections dealing with:* Strains and their selection for research* Housing and maintenance* Pathogens and diseases* Breeding and reproduction* Anatomy* Physiology* Procedures, including experimental surgery* Emerging techniques, including genetic engineering and molecular technologyKey Features* Provides a valuable, comprehensive reference source for anybody working with the laboratory rat* Formatted in a two-color, user-friendly layout* Includes high-quality illustrations throughout as well as a color plate section* Glossary* Tables in the text are also arranged into one Quick Reference Section for ease of access to the data* Appendix of equipment suppliers.
Edition: 1
Publication date: 1996-01
List Price: $450.00
Price: $450.00
Review Peripheral Blood-Tutor: / Lippincott Williams & Wilkins:SEE ISBN 397-55377 FOR DESCRIPTION
Creator: John Bethune
Edition: 28
Publication date: 2008-01-15
Dewey code: 610
List Price: $325.00
Price: $283.72
Review Medical Device Register: The Official Directory of Medical Manufacturers (Medical Device Register (United States)) / Sedgwick Press:
Creator: Severian Dumitriu
Edition: 2nd
Publication date: 2001-11-15
Dewey code: 610.28
List Price: $299.95
Price: $299.95
Review Polymeric Biomaterials, Second Edition, Revised and Expanded / CRC:"Three times larger than its predecessor. Presents the chemical, physical, and structural properties of polysaccharides and synthetic and biodegradable polymers. Provides current applications of biomaterials and polymers for drug delivery, tissue engineering, biomedical sensing, and skin grafting, and as medical adhesives and textiles. ".
Creator: W. Van Der Meer
Edition: CD-Rom
Publication date: 1999-03-01
Dewey code: 031
List Price: $330.50
Price: $330.50
Review Atlas of Urine Sediments (AUS) / Elsevier Science Ltd:CD-ROM. Atlas of Urine Sediments is a reference aid in the basal morphology of sediments in human urine and is ideal for the determination of urine sediments, discussion and education on medical laboratories and medical schools. The atlas can be used by medical doctors, routine and research technicians, doctor's assistants, teachers and students. The menu-driven program proves to be extremely user friendly. Atlas of Urine Sediments provides instant knowledge in the observation of Urine smears. Determination. This option gives you the possibility to correctly name an unknown urine sediment on the basis of morphological characteristics according to any the following three methods: •Brightfield •Phase Contrast •Polarization A click on the button View, will give you five related sediment examples. Each of these examples can be enlarged! There is also a description of the.
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