The Rise of Obesity in Europe

Cytokines and Autoimmune Diseases

Humana Press, 2002

Leading researchers synthesize scattered experimental data to help develop an intimate understanding of how cytokines and chemokines are involved in the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases. The many chapters offer critical reviews the basic mechanisms controlling cytokine induction and regulation, as well as the resulting production of...

Advances in Spinal Fusion: Molecular Science, BioMechanics, and Clinical Management

CRC Press, 2003

Advances in Spinal Fusion reveals a new generation of materials and devices for enhanced operations in spinal fusion. This reference showcases emerging research and technologies in areas such as biodegradable implants, drug delivery, stem cell isolation and transfection, cell encapsulation and immobilization, and the design of 2D and 3D scaffolds...

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Agora: Ancient Greek and Roman Humour

Legacy Books Press, 2007

Ancient Greece and Rome aren't usually remembered for their sense of humour. However, in reality the ancient Greeks and Romans often refused to take themselves seriously. Strange and outlandish activities abounded - including somebody accidentally exposing himself while dancing sideways at his wedding (those wearing bed sheets didn't...

Robot Builder's Bonanza (Tab Electronics)

McGraw-Hill, 2000

Library Journal : The author of The Robot Builder's Sourcebook ... offers a series of easy-to-do projects ranging from adapting common toys to walking robots to giving your robot sound capabilities. He includes new information on LEGO(R) Mindstorms(tm), microcontrollers, robotics programming, and other technological developments....

Microsoft SharePoint 2010 PerformancePoint Services Unleashed

Sams Publishing, 2010

This is a comprehensive, expert guide to all facets of planning, deploying, managing, and utilizing the brand-new SharePoint 2010 PerformancePoint Services. Authored by business and technical experts and a key member of the Microsoft PerformancePoint Services development team, this book demonstrates exactly how to apply...

Server+ Certification Training Kit (Pro Technical Reference)

Microsoft Press, 2001

The Server+ credential is the newest certification developed by CompTIA, the Computing Technology Industry Association, and this self-paced training kit provides in-depth exam preparation for IT professionals moving up from entry-level or A+ status. The SERVER+ CERTIFICATION TRAININGKIT delivers a thorough, vendor-neutral study of hardware-related...