Flood Evaluation and Dam Safety (ICOLD Bulletins Series) (English and French Edition)

Flood Evaluation and Dam Safety (ICOLD Bulletins Series) (English and French Edition)

Hydrology and dams are two fields that are obviously closely related. Four bulletins have so far been published by the Committee: Selection of Design Flood – Current methods, Dams and Floods – Guidelines and cases histories, Role of Dams in Flood Mitigation – A review and Integrated Flood Management. These bulletins have essentially addressed floods, the risks they represent and their significance for the concerned populations. The present Bulletin deviates slightly from this path, adopting a somewhat more technical perspective. The text consists of three chapters, conceived to be accessible to the practitioners.

  • UPC: 001138492132
  • ASIN: 1138492132
  • ISBN: 1138492132
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

Resveratrol in Health and Disease (Oxidative Stress and Disease)

Resveratrol in Health and Disease (Oxidative Stress and Disease)

Practicing evidenced-based medicine some 25 centuries ago, Hippocrates proclaimed "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." This advice parallels the common American saying, "You are what you eat," and is supported by a National Institute of Health recommendation to consume as many as eight servings of fruits and vegetables daily to prevent common diseases.One of the most therapeutically significant components found in food is the polyphenol resveratrol. First described in Ayurvedic medicine 5000 years ago as a cardiotonic, resveratrol is found in several fruits and vegetables including grapes, peanuts, cranberries, blueberries, mulberries, and jackfruit. A favorite and rich source of resveratrol is red wine. Resveratrol in Health and Disease draws on the expertise of an international panel, representing a cross-section of nutrition-related disciplines, to examine the effects and properties of this legendary nutrient. It explores research that examines a wide range of purported healing and preventive powers:Cardioprotective agentAntitumor agentAngiogenesis inhibitorAntioxidantRadioprotective agentPhytoestrogen sourceAntifungal and antibacterial agent Neuroprotective agent Modulator of immune system Anti-inflammatory agentReviewing recent literature, these pages explore the pharmacokinetics and metabolism of resveratrol, consider its molecular targets, and look at its role in modulating gene expression, as well as its impact on the mechanism of apoptosis and cell signaling pathways.Considering the prohibitive costs of modern medicine, the need for readily available products that are safe and efficacious is critical. Consequently, Resveratrol in Health and Disease may well find its own place in history by providing scientists, clinicians, herbalogists, naturopaths, and those they serve, with the first comprehensive overview of this long-lauded tonic.

  • ASIN: 0849333717
  • ISBN: 0849333717
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR)

Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR)

Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR) explores a powerful regressive, repetitive, desensitization procedure becoming known in the therapeutic community as an extremely effective tool for use in the rapid resolution of virtually all trauma-related conditions. Replete with case histories and accounts of actual TIR sessions, this book provides a "camera-level" view of TIR by describing the experience of performing TIR.

  • ASIN: 1574442155
  • ISBN: 1574442155
  • Brand: Brand: CRC Press
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

Large-Angle Convergent-Beam Electron Diffraction Applications to Crystal Defects (Monograph of the French Society of Microscopies)

Large-Angle Convergent-Beam Electron Diffraction Applications to Crystal Defects (Monograph of the French Society of Microscopies)

A publication of the French Society of Microscopies, Large-Angle Convergent-Beam Electron Diffraction Applications to Crystal Defects is devoted to an important aspect of electron diffraction. Convergent-beam diffraction is capable of furnishing remarkably accurate crystallographic information. In this book, the author goes well beyond a simple presentation of the method. The description of convergent-beam electron diffraction and especially of LACBED is preceded by several preparatory chapters, in which the principles of diffraction and the nature of electron-matter interactions are clearly set out. An entire chapter is concerned with instrumentation. Another on the interpretation of diffraction patterns enables the reader to master all stages in the process. The book ends with a long chapter in which numerous applications concerned with the characterization of crystal defects are examined and analyzed.

  • ASIN: 2901483054
  • ISBN: 2901483054
  • Brand: Brand: Taylor Francis
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

The Problem-Based Learning Workbook: Medicine and Surgery (Key Clinical Scenarios)

The Problem-Based Learning Workbook: Medicine and Surgery (Key Clinical Scenarios)

General practitioners need to know more and more about the complicated tests performed in hospitals. For most patients the GP is an accessible trusted and reliable source of information and advice. So when patients under hospital follow-up are confused about their treatment they often turn to their GP. In addition general practitioners have open access to an increasing array of hospital-based investigations and in the context of clinical governance they have a greater responsibility to understand and use them properly. This guide provides a compendium of all those hospital-based tests which the GP is likely to encounter organised according to specialty. It also includes the rather more specialised tests available only to the relevant consultant but which GPs might end up having to explain to perplexed patients. Each chapter is written by a specialist in the field and the book is edited by a general practitioner to be presented in a uniform digestible way. This essential resource enables GPs to order secondary care investigations confidently and rationally and to answer patients' queries with authority.

  • ASIN: 185775736X
  • ISBN: 185775736X
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

Anti-Aging EGF Serum by Catherine Jinn. Hyaluronic Acid, Growth Factors, Peptides, Collagen, Wrinkle Repair Daily Facial Skin Care

Anti-Aging EGF Serum by Catherine Jinn. Hyaluronic Acid, Growth Factors, Peptides, Collagen, Wrinkle Repair Daily Facial Skin Care

Developed in South Korea & made in America, our anti-aging serum provides a cutting-edge combo of skin-renewing ingredients. 1-oz. jar lasts more than a month.Why risk harsh peels & costly injections? Our Pro Bio-Placenta Essence can help rejuvenate your skin in as little as 2-4 weeks. Safely & easily!The Secret? Our More Complete Formula, Including: 5 peptides, molecularly identical to those found in the human placenta Argireline & Inyline, designed to reduce the appearance of expression wrinkles Oligo elements, which enhance your skin's antioxidant powers Vitamins to help nourish & support fragile, aging skinTogether, these innovative ingredients combat ALL signs of visual aging.It Starts with Those 5 Unique PeptidesAccording to Placental Pharmacology (CRC Press), placenta growth factors provide the same benefits for skin that they offer babies in the womb: cell nourishment & regeneration.The 5 peptides in Pro Bio-Placenta Essence mimic these placental benefits.Over time, you can start to see smoother, firmer, more youthful-looking skin.Then There's Argireline, the Safer Alternative to BotoxThis potent ingredient helps relax the muscles that form unsightly laugh & frown lines. In fact, in a study reported in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science (October 2002), Argireline reduced wrinkle depth up to 30% after just 30 days of treatment!Plus Oligo Elements, Vitamins & MoreIt all adds up to the most effective serum we've seen. Order NOW for softer, silkier skin!

  • UPC: 860250002304
  • ASIN: B0727WJ628
  • Brand: CATHERINE JINN
  • Size: 1 Pack
  • Manufacturer: Catherine Jinn

Onychomycosis: The Current Approach to Diagnosis and Therapy (Series in Dermatological Treatment)

Onychomycosis: The Current Approach to Diagnosis and Therapy (Series in Dermatological Treatment)

This new edition of a bestselling text illustrates the changes in attitudes towards fungal nail infections: previously attracting little interest, with a reputation for stubborn resistance to treatment, they have now reached the stage where there has been enormous recent scientific and medical progress, bringing with it a real possibility for a successful outcome of therapy for a growing population of patients. With this process has come the realization that there is now a clear choice of treatment determined by rational medical assessment. This book has been written by clinicians for clinicians, to provide a guide to the steps needed to identify and effectively manage the patient with onychomycosis. It is the first title in a new Series in Dermatological Therapy launched in conjunction with the Journal of Dermatological Therapy.

  • UPC: 000415385792
  • ASIN: 0415385792
  • ISBN: 0415385792
  • Brand: Brand: CRC Press
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

An Introduction to Quantum Physics (Mit Introductory Physics Series)

An Introduction to Quantum Physics (Mit Introductory Physics Series)

Provides comprehensive coverage of all the fundamentals of quantum physics. Full mathematical treatments are given. Uses examples from different areas of physics to demonstrate how theories work in practice. Text derived from lectures delivered at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

  • ASIN: 0748740783
  • ISBN: 9780748740789
  • Brand: Brand: CRC Press
  • Manufacturer: Routledge

Decision Making in Complex Environments

Decision Making in Complex Environments

Many complex systems in civil and military operations are highly automated with the intention of supporting human performance in difficult cognitive tasks. The complex systems can involve teams or individuals working on real-time supervisory control, command or information management tasks where a number of constraints must be satisfied. Decision Making in Complex Environments addresses the role of the human, the technology and the processes in complex socio-technical and technological systems. The aim of the book is to apply a multi-disciplinary perspective to the examination of the human factors in complex decision making. It contains more than 30 contributions on key subjects such as military human factors, team decision making issues, situation awareness, and technology support. In addition to the major application area of military human factors there are chapters on business, medical, governmental and aeronautical decision making. The book provides a unique blend of expertise from psychology, human factors, industry, commercial environments, the military, computer science, organizational psychology and training that should be valuable to academics and practitioners alike.

  • ASIN: 0754649504
  • ISBN: 0754649504
  • Manufacturer: CRC Press

Carrera 503001 RC Quadrocopter CRC Vehicle, X1

Carrera 503001 RC Quadrocopter CRC Vehicle, X1

Thanks to the beginner / Advanced mode, the Carrera RC Quadcopter CRC X1 is ready 4 fun for both beginners and experienced pilots. Due to its high-quality 4-axis gyro system, a simple, stable flying behavior is guaranteed and the 2.4 GHz technology enables you to have untroubled flying fun. The changeable 3.7 V - 380 mAh LiPo rechargeable battery provides enough power for up to seven minutes' flying time. The Carrera RC model can be fully recharged at the USB port using the USB charging cable supplied in only about 60 minutes. As a ready to fly model, the remotely-controlled RC helicopter is supplied with all necessary accessories such as Controller, six AA batteries and USB charger cable as well as a set of replacement rotor blades.

  • ASIN: B00MLGB7VC
  • Brand: Carrera
  • Manufacturer: Carrera