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If you wish to grow or characterize embryonic stem cells or persuade them to differentiate into a particular cell type, then this book contains information that is vital to your success. The aim is to provide clear simple instructions and protocols for growing, maintaining and characterizing embryonic stem cells and details of the various methods used to make stem cells differentiate into specific cell types. The contents will be of interest to stem cell biologists, tissue engineers and scientists wishing to use embryonic stem cells for therapeutic purposes. Each chapter has been written and edited by internationally respected scientists working at the cutting edge of technological developments in human embryonic stem cells.

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Flow cytometry forms an integral part of both basic biological research and clinical diagnosis in pathology. This straightforward new volume provides a clear, easy-to-read, and practical manual for both clinicians and non-clinicians at all levels of their careers.

The chapter topics range from basic principles to more advanced subjects, such as apoptosis and cell sorting. The book charts the history, development and basic principles of flow cytometry.

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Cytometry Tips
It's a very good produc; very practical and motivating when reading. I only sugest improve the relation between text and some figures. ... Read more

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Studies of synthetic and biological calcium phosphates (Ca-Ps) improve our understanding of dental calculus, dental caries and the biological fate of Ca-P biomaterials used as bone grafts. This monograph provides an overview of the preparation and physicochemical characterization of Ca-Ps, their transformation or interconversions in vitro and their biological occurrences. The effect of elements like fluoride, carbonate, magnesium, strontium and zinc on the formation and stability of apatites and related Ca-Ps are presented in detail, and new information on factors promoting and inhibiting the formation of Ca-Ps and calcium fluoride is given. ... Read more

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Good INTRODUCTION; not for in-depth study
This book is a good INTRO for undergrads who are interested in VERY GENERAL aspects of Electron Microscopy, but if you're starting your grad studies on the subject, or really want to learn the different techniques it is really not useful.

If you're interested in biological techniques for electron microscopy, the best and most in-depth book available on the subject is M.A. Hayat's Principles and Techniques in Electron Microscopy, which is very detailed (the 2000 edition is unavailable, but you can buy the 1993 edition or read the newest one on google books).

However, if your subject of interest are the physical principles of the electron microscope (and you are a biologist), although a bit old, Sjöstrand's book Electron Microscopy of Cells and Tissues is a very good reference, as well as Wischnitzer's Introduction to Electron Microscopy and Meek's Practical Electron Microscopy for Biologists.

Excellent book
This book is really excellent for beginners to learn electron microscopy because it offers a large and detailed overview on history and techniques used on transmission and scanning electron microscopy.

On the other hand, experts will prefer a more detailed one.

Good book to start with
This book is very good for biologists who start to learn EM techniques. It covers all of the important aspects of electron microscopy for biologists, including theory of scanning and transmission, specimen preparation, digital imaging and image analysis, laboratory safety and interpretation of images.

Perfect!
The book is really brand new with fine pressing. I appreciate your sending very much!

Was not bad on shipping time, but NOT NEW as listed.
I must give credit to the seller for great packaging and timely shipping. Although, the item was specified as being a brand NEW text book. When in fact it had scuff marks and dinges all around the cover and insides, but still in descent condition. The price I feel should have been lower for the item. ... Read more

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Clemson, Univ., SC. Discusses the area of tissue engineering and research on the behavior of biomaterials in clinical settings. Presents clinical data on the use of metal concentration determinations in human serum and urine as indicators of in vivo device performance. For clinicians and researchers. Expanded-outline format. Date of previous edition not cited. ... Read more

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Univ. of South Florida, Tampa. Provides reviews of critical aspects of the subject, including the history, current state, and future implications of work using electric fields to deliver molecules in vivo. Also focuses on protocols used for the delivery of molecules into cells and through the skin. ... Read more

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Distinguished scientists and researchers present a comprehensive collection of current preparative PCR techniques that can be used in cloning and modifying DNA and cDNA. Topics include performing and optimizing PCR (including long PCR), cloning PCR products, cloning unknown neighboring DNA, and library construction and screening. Also covered are mutagenesis, recombination, and in vitro selection, differential and subtractive approaches to cDNA analysis and screening, and cloning members of gene families. The techniques bring to both new and established researchers the power to apply PCR-based methodology to the cloning and modification of DNA, either through innovative protocols or by fostering individual creativity to modify and customize the protocols to best fit their own needs. ... Read more

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This three volume series represents a selected and refereedcollection of papers contributed by the participants of the FirstWorld Congress on Computational Medicine, Public Health, andBiotechnology, held in 1994 at Austin, Texas. Over 500 individuals,from 30 countries attended this meeting. In addition, this collectioncontains a number of papers from the Australian CSIRO High PerformanceComputing Meeting held that same year. ... Read more

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Nice try - but try again
This was required for my graduate level stats class.I honestly say I found it no use.Explainations were unclear, examples few, and it assumes you are more of a statisics major than biology.It has been sitting on my shelf for 6 years now and I get no use out of it.

Very Good Book
This was the main text for a Graduate Experimental Design class. I found the book very good especially for agriculture. It is not strictly a recipe book on how to do statistics. If you want that get the Gomez and Gomez book or Little and Hills. This book covers many topics well and has problem sets.

not useful for me
I bought the book because it was required in class. I just check it few times for some required exercises, but when the class was finished I sold the book almost new.
The fact is that I don't like the way they explain the topics, it's not very useful for me. I find better stuff on line than in that book. ... Read more

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As molecular and cellular biologists move toward nano techniques for performing experiments on single molecules rather than on populations of molecules, a comprehensive manual on how (and why) to carry out such experiments is needed. Single-Molecule Techniques: A Laboratory Manual fills this requirement--it is the first to take researchers who know nothing about single molecule analyses to the point where they can successfully design and execute appropriate experiments. Geared toward research scientists in structural and molecular biology, biochemistry, and biophysics, the manual will be useful to all who are interested in observing, manipulating, and elucidating the molecular mechanisms and discrete properties of macromolecules. Techniques range from in vivo and in vitro fluorescent based methods to the use of atomic force microscopy, optical and magnetic tweezers, and nanopores. The book is edited by Paul R. Selvin and Taekjip Ha, two pioneers in the field of experimental biophysics who have made significant contributions to the development and application of single molecule technologies. Related Titles from the Publisher Basic Methods in Microscopy; Gene Transfer: Delivery and Expression of DNA and RNA - A Laboratory Manual; Genomes; Molecular Cloning: A Laboratory Manual, Third Edition; The Condensed Protocols from Molecular Cloning: A Laboratory Manual; Protein-Protein Interaction: A Molecular Cloning Manual, Second Edition; Bioinformatics ... Read more

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Cardiff Univ., UK. Features cutting-edge protocols for generating and maintaining genetically modified murine stains and includes techniques for cloning, conditional transgenesis, and cryopreservation of germlines. Emphasis is on manipulation of the mammalian genome. Previous edition: c1993. ... Read more

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Awesome!
This book offers a thrilling, roller-coaster ride from start to finish - I couldn't put it down!Essential!!!

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The last few years have seen an upsurge of interest in the study of cells by optical microscopy. The advent of new techniques such as confocal microscopy and the availability of extremely sensitive digital imaging devices are revolutioniz-ing the field. A number of groups have developed new ways of making spectroscopic measurements at the microscopic level, accompanied by the introduction of appropriate sen-sor molecules for cellular assays. The aim of this volume will be to bring together the various advances in order to provide the reader with an up-to-date account of what can now be achieved with modern optical microscopic methods. ... Read more