Physiology

While the health consequences and mechanisms by which visceral fat causes disease are well-studied, relatively less is known about ectopic fat, its patterns of deposition and its effects on the pathoetiology of type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular disease.

Biomechanics is the application of mechanical principles to living organisms, and it is one of the most exciting and fastest growing research areas.

Themes: Microscopic Life Forms, Science, Nonfiction, Tween.

'I deeply respect and honour the work of Ann Louise Gittleman, whom I consider as a teacher, as well as what she has done to bring intelligence to the world of nutrition.

From the dung-beetle to the blue whale, no creature is too humble or huge for Finnish author and illustrator duo Laura Merz and Aino Jarvinen in 1,001 Creatures, a gorgeously illustrated, interactive exploration of the natural world.

The Red Blood Cell, Second Edition, Volume I provides information pertinent to red blood cells, which is the most intensely studied human tissue.

Did you know the nose is part of the respiratory system?

The novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) has caused a serious global pandemic in just eight months.

Sport's "e;concussion crisis"e; has been characterized by controversial scientific discoveries, athlete suicides, and high-profile lawsuits involving professional sports leagues, while provoking widespread media coverage, changes to game rules, and debate about the future of many popular sports.

Our entire human structure is built for movement, for all aspects of life.

Lecture Notes: Human Physiology provides concise coverage of general physiology for medical students as well as students of biological sciences, sport science, pharmacology and nursing.

Can you name some of the muscles you use every day?

Neurotransmitter Release: The Neuromuscular Junction is a collection of papers presented at a small meeting organized in the University of Milan to honor Bruno Ceccarelli.

This book provides a highly accessible introduction to anatomy and physiology.

Molecular Exercise Physiology: An Introduction is the first student-friendly textbook to be published on this key topic in contemporary sport and exercise science.

Recent Progress in Hormone Research, Volume 27 covers the proceedings of the 1970 Laurentian Hormone Conference held in Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada on August 29-September 4, 1970.

Grouping Things By Similar Characteristics Is How You Classify Things.

From carbon fibre racing bikes to 'sharkskin' swimsuits, the application of cutting-edge design, technology and engineering has proved to be a vital ingredient in enhanced sports performance.

The International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry holds a major international conference every four years.

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Hey, what's that growing out of the top of my head?

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This easy-to-use reference not only provides you with a basic understanding of environmental sampling concepts, but it also provides you with the information you need to perform your tasks with ease and efficiency.

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in obesity or the physiology of white or brown adipose tissues.

How does a tadpole become a frog?

Cellular and Molecular Pathobiology of Cardiovascular Disease focuses on the pathophysiology of common cardiovascular disease in the context of its underlying mechanisms and molecular biology.

Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This is an OCR endorsed resourceEncourage students to learn independently and build on their knowledge with this textbook that leads students seamlessly from basic biological concepts to more complicated theories.

A complete, yet accessible and up-to-date, introduction to the cellular physiology of nerve, and skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle.

The work of dope testers is constantly being obstructed by the development of ever harder-to-trace new forms of banned substances.

Identifying and developing talented athletes to their fullest potential is a central concern of sports scientists, sports coaches, and sports policymakers.

The authoritative reference to bone diseases and disorders of mineral metabolism, revised and updated Now in its ninth edition, The Primer on the Metabolic Bone Diseases and Disorders of Mineral Metabolism offers an updated and comprehensive guide to bone and mineral health.

The book, Animals Have Classes Too!

This book takes readers on a journey around the world and through time, accompanied by a modern neurosurgeon who reviews historical techniques and instruments used for cranial opening.

Get a close-up view of the life of an apple tree.

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Darwinian medicine looks at the ecological and evolutionary roots of disease.

With trusted expertise from Mayo Clinic, the Edge of Medicine series sets out to inspire and educate the next generation of young scientists by highlighting the medical breakthroughs of a diverse range of scientists and researchers.

Attitudes toward the role of the Arts in society are as varied as they are numerous, ranging from 'the Arts are a (nice) diversion' to 'while many things may be necessary to make living possible, it is the Arts that make life worth living'.

This second edition of The Ovary incorporates the dramatic research developments regarding the ovarian life cycle within the past decade.

Bone Marrow Pathology has been extensively revised to reflect the significant advances which have occurred in the application of cytogenetics and in particular, molecular genetics in the diagnosis, classification and understanding of haematological disorders.

Written by physicians and surgeons, imaging specialists, and medical technology engineers, and edited by Dr.

This book presents evidence that infection is seasonal, and that this phenomenon is mirrored in cycles of immune function.

Exam Board: OCR Level: AS/A-level Subject: Physics First Teaching: September 2015 First Exam: Summer 2016Ensure your students get to grips with the core practicals and develop the skills needed to succeed with an in-depth assessment-driven approach that builds and reinforces understanding; clear summaries of practical work with sample questions and answers help to improve exam technique in order to achieve higher grades.

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The octopus spies a nice, tasty mantis shrimp.

The nervous system is made up of the brain, the nerves, and the spinal cord.

The Joints and Synovial Fluid II is a collection of papers that deals with the basic aspects of the articular apparatus, including the general pathology of the appendicular and axial structures, the disease processes, and comparative anthology.

The Retinoids: Biology, Biochemistry, and Disease provides an overview and synthesis of the retinoid molecules, from basic biology to mechanisms of diseases and therapy.