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Luca Prono
Encyclopedia of Gay and Lesbian Popular Culture

2007 y.
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Description: During the 20th century through today, gay and lesbian artists, writers, political activists, and sports figures contributed their talents to all areas of popular culture. Authors such as E. Lynn Harris and Patricia Highsmith write bestselling novels. Rupert Everett follows in the footsteps of Rock Hudson and others who starred in multimillion dollar films. George Michael and k.d.lang have been the creative forces behind dozens of hit songs, and the TV programs of Ellen DeGeneres, Rosie O`Donnell, and the cast of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy are enjoyed in gay and straight households alike. The Encyclopedia of Gay and Lesbian Popular Culture identifies the people, films, TV shows, literature, and sports figures that have made significant contributions to both gay and lesbian popular culture, and American popular culture. -The Advocate -AIDS -Edward Albee -Beat Generation -David Bowie -Boy George -La Cage Aux Folles -Camp -Leslie Chung -Disco -Drag -Melissa Etheridge -Tom Ford… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0313335990
Book size: —; Page extent: 328.

 

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Encyclopedia of Gender And Information Technology

2006 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 1591408156
Book size: —; Page extent: 1451.

 

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Amanda Quick
Encyclopedia of Global Industries (Encyclopedia of Global Industries, 3rd Ed)

— y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 0787649058
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Victoria Sherrow
Encyclopedia of Hair: A Cultural History

2006 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Examines the ways in which hair has served as a signifier of class, gender, ethnicity, authority, conformity/non-conformity, and power throughout history. Countless issues and examples are explored in this volume including: hair styles of royalty, wigs worn by lawmakers and judges, ceremonial hairstyles of tribes throughout the world, Olvier Cromwell`s `Roundheads,` hair in the counterculture (including the musical Hair), Skinheads, Mohawks and punk style, the hairstyles of First Ladies, celebrity hairstyles, women shaving their heads to subvert gender and sexuality stereotyping, the entire hair-care industry, the search for a cure to baldness, and diseases and disorders related to hair. Broad topics in this book include hair arrangement/styling, care and cleansing, business and commercial aspects, laws and legal matters, trends and trendsetters, and health and science. An introductory essay explores the universal human interest in hair and hair-styling throughout history and around… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0313331456
Book size: —; Page extent: 488.

 

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Derek Fell
Encyclopedia of Hardy Plants: Annuals, Bulbs, Herbs, Perennials, Shrubs, Trees, Vegetables, Fruits &, Nuts

2007 y.
Publisher: Firefly Books
Description: What is a hardy plant? What is a hardiness zone? What conditions affect hardiness? Gardening expert Derek Fell answers these and other questions of gardeners living in a temperate climate. He challenges strict adherence to the zone system and encourages readers to explore their garden`s microclimates. Doing so can add two or three zones to a plant hardiness rating. `Encyclopedia of Hardy Plants` is a comprehensive reference organized by plant type. Its easy-to-use directory format provides quick retrieval of specific data on over 700 recommended plants. Along with full color photographs of favorite annuals, bulbs, herbs, perennials, shrubs, trees, vegetables, fruits and nuts, the author includes: Botanical and common names, Zone ratings, Height, width and growth habits, Flower, fruit, vegetable and nut production, Suggested uses, Soil, water and sunlight requirements, Planting tips and… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1554072409
Book size: —; Page extent: 224.

 

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Encyclopedia of Haunted Places: Ghostly Locales from Around the World

2008 y.
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Description: The Encyclopedia of Haunted Places is the first directory to be written by dozens of the world`s leading paranormal investigators. Research notes, location background, first-hand accounts, and many anomalous photographs featuring ghostly manifestations coprise the hundreds of haunted listings in this directory. For years, paranormal investigative groups have been studying their local ghosts with scientific equipment as well as with more esoteric methods, such as psychics and seances. This directory is a rpository of some of their most profound cases. From across the United States, Canada, and many spots around the globe, ghost investigators tell of their sometimes harrowing experiences, share their research, and give readers an overview of both well-knownand obscure haunted locales. From private residences to inns and restaurants, battlefields to museums and libraries, graveyards to churches, The Encyclopedia of Haunted Places will offer supernatural tourists a guide to points of… [detailed...]

ISBN: 078582412X
Book size: —; Page extent: 360.

 

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Encyclopedia of Healthcare Information Systems

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: 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. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1599048892
Book size: —; Page extent: 1566.

 

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Encyclopedia of Human Resources Information Systems: Challenges in E-hrm

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Driven by significant internal and external forces, human resource management (HRM) has evolved from largely a maintenance function, to what many scholars and practitioners regard as a source of sustainable competitive advantage for organizations. In the information era, it is important for organizations to progressively incorporate technology into their processes. The Encyclopedia of Human Resources Information Systems: Challenges in e-HRM rigorously analyzes key critical HR variables and defines previously undiscovered issues in the HR field. With 132 articles from 180 of the world`s leading experts on the state of HRM technology, this comprehensive reference source is essential to academic libraries and to practitioners and academics seeking to understand all dimensions related to managing people in the information society. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1599048833
Book size: —; Page extent: 1010.

 

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Encyclopedia of Human-Animal Relationships [Four Volumes]: A Global Exploration of Our Connections with Animals

2007 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 0313334870
Book size: —; Page extent: 1632.

 

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David Longshore
Encyclopedia of Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones

2000 y.
Publisher: Checkmark Books
Description: In `Encyclopedia of Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones`, readers will find a unique, multidimensional portrait of cyclonic storms as they appear in science, history, and culture. A richly detailed compendium, the book contains vivid, comprehensive accounts of all major tropical cyclones ever recorded. For many of the storms described, the author provides maps of their course, detailed chronologies of their progress, photographs of their aftermath, and comments about them from firsthand observers. `Encyclopedia of Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones` is an invaluable resource for the merely curious and the diehard tropical cyclone enthusiast alike. In it, readers will discover: named hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones A to Z, descriptions of storm activity by region, explanations of meteorological terms (such as advection, isobar, millibar, dangerous semicircle, the firefly effect, and others, descriptions of meteorological… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0-8160-4291-8
Book size: —; Page extent: 384.

 

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C. J. van Gelderen, D. M. van Gelderen
Encyclopedia of Hydrangeas

2004 y.
Publisher: Timber Press
Description: Famed for their durability, beauty, and diversity, hydrangeas are enjoying a renaissance in today`s gardens. These classic garden shrubs provide bold color - from pink to purple, blue to white - in midsummer to midautumn, when few other plants are in bloom. Many hundreds of dramatic species, hybrids, and horticultural selections are available to the enthusiast to fill every possible niche in the garden. For the first time, a thorough encyclopedia shows in full color the range of flowering treasures available. With complete information on cultivation, propagation, and pests and diseases, Encyclopedia of Hydrangeas promises to help every discerning gardener ensure planting success. Lavishly illustrated with approximately 800 photographs, the concise descriptions present more than 1000 hydrangea species, subspecies, varieties, and cultivars. All types of hydrangeas are included, from blousy mopheads to delicate lacecaps, from oakleafs to climbers. The very latest horticultural and… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0881926221
Book size: —; Page extent: 280.

 

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Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technology

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: The Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technology (ICT) is a comprehensive resource describing the influence of information communication technology in scientific knowledge construction and spreading, with emphasis on the roles of product technologies, process technologies, and context technologies. A reference point for studies on the use and application of information science in scientific knowledge construction, the Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technology covers the materials and instruments of information technology: from ICT in education to software engineering, the influence of ICT on different environments, including e-commerce, decision support systems, knowledge management, and more, and the most pervasive presence of information technology, including studies and research on knowledge management, the human side of ICT, ICT in healthcare, and virtual organizations, among many others. Addressing many of the fundamental issues of information communication… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1599048450
Book size: —; Page extent: 926.

 

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Marian Quigley
Encyclopedia of Information Ethics and Security

2007 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 159140987X
Book size: —; Page extent: 661.

 

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Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology

2005 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Book Description The Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology is the first work to map this ever-changing field. It is the most comprehensive, research-based encyclopedia consisting of contributions from over 900 noted researchers in over 50 countries. This five-volume encyclopedia includes more than 550 articles highlighting current concepts, issues and emerging technologies. These articles are enhanced by special attention that is paid to over 4,500 technical and managerial terms. These termswill each have a 5-50 word description that allow the users of this extensive research source to learn the language and terminology of the field. In addition, these volumes offer a thorough reference section with over 11,500 sources of information that can be accessed by scholars, students, and researchers in the field of information science and technology. [detailed...]

ISBN: 159140553X
Book size: —; Page extent: 3801.

 

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Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: The Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology is the first work to map this ever-changing field. It is the most comprehensive, research-based encyclopedia consisting of contributions from over 900 noted researchers in over 50 countries. This five-volume encyclopedia includes more than 550 articles highlighting current concepts, issues and emerging technologies. These articles are enhanced by special attention that is paid to over 4,500 technical and managerial terms. These terms will each have a 5-50 word description that allow the users of this extensive research source to learn the language and terminology of the field. In addition, these volumes offer a thorough reference section with over 11,500 sources of information that can be accessed by scholars, students, and researchers in the field of information science and technology. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1605660264
Book size: —; Page extent: 5270.

 

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Encyclopedia of International Development

2004 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 041525342X
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Mario Marques Freire and Manuela Pereira
Encyclopedia of Internet Technologies and Applications

2007 y.
Publisher: Information Science Publishing
Description: The `Encyclopedia of Internet Technologies and Applications` discusses the extraordinary importance of Internet technologies, with a particular focus on the Web. Discussing the architecture and service technologies of the World Wide Web, the `Encyclopedia of Internet Technologies and Applications` includes comprehensive research on Web services, Semantic Web, and Web-based e-activities, among others. This reference tool is the single source for information on the world s greatest network, and provides a wealth of information for the average Internet consumer, as well as for an expert in the field of networking and Internet technologies. This comprehensive reference provides libraries with the most thorough examination of Internet technologies and applications an essential resource in supporting the information needs of researchers in a variety of related fields. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1591409934
Book size: —; Page extent: 716.

 

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Juan Eduardo Campo
Encyclopedia of Islam (Encyclopedia of World Religions)

2009 y.
Publisher: —
Description: This title offers an inside look at the history, terms, and key players of this world religion.In more than 700 A-to-Z entries, `Encyclopedia of Islam` provides easy access to the terms, concepts, personalities, historical events, and institutions that helped shape the history of this religion and the way it is practiced today. An informative introduction provides readers with an overview of Islam, and a chronology, a detailed bibliography, an index, and 89 black-and-white photographs complete this timely resource.Entries include on: Abbasid Caliphate, Abraham, Akbar, Almsgiving, Anti-Semitism, Arab League, Arabian Nights, Yasir Arafat, Archaeology, Ayatollah, Bahai faith, Bosnia and Herzegovena, Christianity and Islam, Cinema, Dhimmi, Evil eye, Hajj, Hamas, Ibn Battuta, Islam and politics, Malcolm X, Ottoman Dynasty, Salman Rushdie, Slavery, Usama bin Ladin, Women, and, Zamzam. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0816077452
Book size: —; Page extent: 750.

 

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Encyclopedia of Islam in the United States [Two Volumes]

2007 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 0313336253
Book size: —; Page extent: 1176.

 

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Allan Bird
Encyclopedia of Japanese Business and Management

— y.
Publisher: —
Description: Reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of this field, this volume consolidates and contextualizes the leading research and knowledge about the Japanese business system and Japanese management thought and practice. This definitive reference work for the exploration of Japanese business and management will be valuable to scholars and students alike as an essential resource for teaching, an invaluable companion to independent study, and a solid starting point for wider exploration. Entries include: Bubble Economy * Dual Structure Theory * Industrial Efficiency Movement * Japanese Business in the U.S. * Just-In-Time * Kaizen * Lifetime Employment * Mitsubishi Corporation * Quality Control Circles * Total Productive Management * and many more. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0415189454
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Myra Fournier, Jeffrey Spin
Encyclopedia of Job-winning Resumes

2006 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Encyclopedia of Job-Winning Resumes, Third Edition is the most helpful and comprehensive resume book you can buy. It includes more than 400 success-proven resume examples that teach you how to personalize your resume according to your own unique career situation. The 17 chapters contain resumes that cover all major industries, span every job level from entry-level to CEO, and are helpfully arranged by both job field and title to make it easy for you to quickly locate the resumes that address your particular field or situation. The first chapter - `The Essentials of Writing Your Resume` - is as informative as it is brief. It includes expert advice about what information to include in your resume, what to omit, what to emphasize, and what to tone down. For a quick start, it`s specifically designed to keep reading to a minimum so you can start sending out your resume as soon as possible. The second chapter, devoted to creating hard-hitting cover letters, includes 40 examples that… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1564148718
Book size: —; Page extent: 576.

 

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Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management

2005 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Book DescriptionThe Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management is the most comprehensive source of coverage related to the past, present, and emerging directions of knowledge management. Edited by the well-respected knowledge management researcher, Professor David Schwartz of Bar Ilan University (Israel), the Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management provides a broad basis for understanding the issues, technologies, theories, applications, opportunities and challenges being faced by researchers and organizations today in their quest for knowledge management. Hundreds of contributors and advisors from around the world have conferred their expertise to this publication, making this encyclopedia a single source of reliable and modern-day research in the field of knowledge management. The Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management documents the past, present, and possible future directions of knowledge management. The Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management provides a broad basis for understanding the… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1591405734
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Keith Brown
Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics, 14-Volume Set

2005 y.
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ISBN: 0080442994
Book size: —; Page extent: 9000.

 

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Cordelia Chavez Candelaria
Encyclopedia of Latino Popular Culture : Two Volumes]

2004 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Book DescriptionU.S. culture has been profoundly impacted by contributions from Mexico and the rest of Central America, South America, and the Spanish Caribbean. These contributions and their adaptations in the United States are showcased in nearly 500 essay entries on noted people, festivities, items, terms, movements, sports, food, events, places, visual and performing arts, film, institutions, fashion, literature, organizations, the media, and much more. The wide range of entries with many areas of unique coverage will meet the high demand for multidisciplinary use. Students and other readers will appreciate the inclusiveness of cultural groups, the gender sensitivity, and the heavy contextual grounding of the topics. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0313322155
Book size: —; Page extent: 0.

 

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Encyclopedia of Machine Learning

2010 y.
Publisher: —
Description: This comprehensive encyclopedia, in A-Z format, provides easy access to relevant information for those seeking entry into any aspect within the broad field of Machine Learning. Most of the several hundred entries in this preeminent work include useful literature references, providing the reader with a portal to more detailed information on any given topic. Topics for the `Encyclopedia of Machine Learning` were selected by a distinguished international advisory board. Each peer-reviewed, highly-structured entry includes a definition, key words, an illustration, applications, a bibliography, and links to related literature. The style of the entries in the `Encyclopedia of Machine Learning` is expository and tutorial, making the book a practical resource for high-performance computing experts as well as professionals in other fields who need to access this vital information but may not have the time to work their way through an entire text on their topic of interest. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0387307680
Book size: —; Page extent: 1020.

 

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Allen Kent, James G. Williams
Encyclopedia of Microcomputers (Encyclopedia of Microcomputers)

— y.
Publisher: —
Description: The Encyclopedia of Microcomputers serves as the ideal companion reference to the popular Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology. Now in its 10th year of publication, this timely reference work details the broad spectrum of microcomputer technology, including microcomputer history, explains and illustrates the use of microcomputers throughout academe, business, government, and society in general, and assesses the future impact of this rapidly changing technology. Presenting alphabetically arranged volumes written by world-renowned practitioners and researchers, the Encyclopedia features articles that are scholarly yet clearly written, all-inclusive and straightforward, stimulating to the specialist but understandable to the newcomer in the field, advanced and technically sophisticated but also include solid fundamentals, and specific as well as generic in approach and content. The Encyclopedia of Microcomputers suits the needs of micro- computer and hardware specialists,… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0824727126
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Allen Kent, James G. Williams, Rosalind Kent, Carolyn M. Hall
Encyclopedia of Microcomputers: Computer Related Applications : Computational Linguistics to dBASE (Encyclopedia of Microcomputers)

— y.
Publisher: —
Description: The Encyclopedia of Microcomputers serves as the ideal companion reference to the popular Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology. Now in its 10th year of publication, this timely reference work details the broad spectrum of microcomputer technology, including microcomputer history, explains and illustrates the use of microcomputers throughout academe, business, government, and society in general, and assesses the future impact of this rapidly changing technology. Presenting alphabetically arranged volumes written by world-renowned practitioners and researchers, the Encyclopedia features articles that are scholarly yet clearly written, all-inclusive and straightforward, stimulating to the specialist but understandable to the newcomer in the field, advanced and technically sophisticated but also include solid fundamentals, and specific as well as generic in approach and content. The Encyclopedia of Microcomputers suits the needs of micro- computer and hardware specialists,… [detailed...]

ISBN: 0824727037
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Encyclopedia of Microfluidics and Nanofluidics

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Covering all aspects of transport phenomena on the nano- and micro-scale, Springer’s Encyclopedia of Microfluidics and Nanofluidics includes over 750 entries in three alphabetically-arranged volumes including the most up-to-date research, insights, and applied techniques across all areas. Specifically, subjects covered in this comprehensive Springer Reference include electrical double-layers, optofluidics, DNC lab-on-a-chip, nanosensors, and more. Please note that this publication is available as print only OR online only OR print + online set. Save 75% of the online list price when purchasing the bundle. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0387324682
Book size: —; Page extent: 2226.

 

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J. Bonk
Encyclopedia of Missions and Missionaries (Religion and Society (Routledge))

2007 y.
Publisher: —
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ISBN: 0415969484
Book size: —; Page extent: 473.

 

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Edited by Frank J. Coppa
Encyclopedia of Modern Dictators: From Napoleon to the Present

2006 y.
Publisher: Peter Lang Publishing
Description: Dictators are not new phenomena, but within the past two centuries they have dramatically proliferated not only in Europe, which witnessed the rise and fall of fascism and communism, but also in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Latin America, where military as well as ideological dictators have emerged. This concise one-volume encyclopedia provides entries on most if not all of the dictators who have emerged worldwide since the time of Napoleon. Arranged in an A-Z format, these entries provide the basic facts on the formation and development of the dictatorships as well as references for further reading. The volume will prove indispensable to high school and college students as well as librarians wanting to know more about these individuals, many of whom are not included in the older biographical studies. Формат: 15,5 см x 23,5 cм. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0-8204-5010-3
Book size: —; Page extent: 368.

 

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Encyclopedia of Molecular Pharmacology

2008 y.
Publisher: —
Description: An essential text, this is a fully updated second edition of a classic, now in two volumes. It provides rapid access to information on molecular pharmacology for research scientists, clinicians and advanced students. With the A-Z format of over 2,000 entr, around 350 authors provide a complete reference to the area of molecular pharmacology. The book combines the knowledge of classic pharmacology with the more recent approach of the precise analysis of the molecular mechanisms by which drugs exert their ects. Short keyword entries define common acronyms, terms and phrases. In addition, detailed essays provide in-depth information on drugs, cellular processes, molecular targets, techniques, molecular mechanisms, and general principles. [detailed...]

ISBN: 3540389164
Book size: —; Page extent: 1505.

 

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