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This one-of-a-kind test prep guide helps you to test your knowledge of essential biochemistry and genetics concepts for the USMLE Step 1; practice with 500 USMLE Step 1-style questions with referenced answers; review explanations for right and wrong answers; and build confidence, skills, and knowledge.

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Disappointing at the outset
I've just opened this book to study for an important test. In only the first few minutes I've wasted time working through the overly long, labored explanations that can't get to the point. On page 64 I found a major error that had no easy-to-find errata online: the authors reused an image from a question on page 59. The answer they gave didn't relate to the image or the explanation wasting more of my time trying to figure out where their mistake was.

If this is typical of the shoddy editing and writing in this book I would be better off using Wikipedia to study.

Good as a sectional review
As with other books in the pretest series, if each section is read as a whole unit, with greater focus on the answers to the questions rather than the questions themselves, it provides a solid foundation for the biochemistry shelf.In fact, the arrangement of the topics allows for better comprehension of bulky topics like biochem for which the bullet-point style of BRS is not suited.

Very Very Good For Genetics but has some errors
Very very good book to prepare for test questions in your class for Genetics. Excellent questions for Genetics!!! Does contain some errors.

Is it worth buying? Yes! I know that I learn best by doing questions. Worthy investment for me. ... Read more

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Voet, Voet, and Pratt's Fundamentals of Biochemistry, challenges students to better understand the chemistry behind the biological structure and reactions occurring in living systems. The Third Edition continues this tradition, and additionally incorporates coverage of recent research and an expanded focus on preparing and supporting students throughout the course. With the addition of new conceptual assessment content to WileyPLUS, students have the opportunity to assess their conceptual understanding of key introductory biochemistry concepts and retrain themselves on their misconceptions. ... Read more

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Satisfied
Fast shipping, good price, pretty well condition. Some minor markings/highlights in the first few sections but other than that good condition.

Fundamentals of Biochemistry, Student Companion: Life at the Molecular Level
The book is very useful. The price was the best offer in all scenaries. The shipment was fast and responsible. I recommend to buy this book in amazon.com without any reservation. ... Read more

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This fully revised translation of the world-renowned German edition covers the complete and modern knowledge of plant biochemistry. The book presents the topic in a concise and simplified manner so that students can digest the message and gain a basic knowledge of the entire field of plant biochemistry, from photosynthesis (the synthesis of natural plant products) to all kinds of genetic engineering with its many commercial applications. Topics include cell structure and function, lipid and polysaccharide metabolism, nitrogen fixation, phloem transport, synthesis and function of isoprenoids, phenylpropanoids and other secondary metabolites, plant growth regulation and development.Heldt provides a comprehensive description of photosynthesis, primary and secondary metabolism, the function of phytohormones and molecular engineering.The text covers research findings until the end of 2003 and identifies areas of future research. There are extensive references to the most recent scientific literature.

* Illustrated with two-color diagrams and well designed metabolic schemes
* Plant metabolism presented in the context of the structure and function of the plant
* Many examples of commercial applications for the protection and quality improvement of harvest crops, plant breeding, and the production of raw materials for industrial use
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Plant Biochemistry-Heldt
The service appreciably quick, the cover is slightly damaged in one corner. Otherwise the book is in great shape.

Excellent book!
This book is advanced, BUT is well written, easy to understand, and has good diagrams.
This is an EXCELLENT book. HIGHLY recommended! ... Read more

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Harry R. Matthews, PhD, Richard Freedland, PhD, Roger L. Miesfeld, PhD

No scientific discipline has experienced such explosive growth or attracted so much popular attention over the past several decades as the study of life at the molecular level. The most quantitative of biological sciences, biochemistry studies the chemical components of living matter; the reactions these components undergo; the energetic changes that accompany such reactions; and the organization, replication, and expression of genes.

Biochemistry: A Short Course introduces students to the fundamentals of this fascinating scientific discipline. Based on the authors' years of experience teaching graduate, undergraduate, and professional courses, this comprehensive introduction caters to the specific needs of researchers and students who must familiarize themselves rapidly with core concepts, principles, and theories. Students are afforded a unique opportunity to arrive at a full understanding of important current and pending achievements in the field, without having to wade through extraneous technical details and lengthy theoretical discussions more appropriate to a lab manual or specialized text.

TM Identifies key concepts and covers the essentials for nonmajors and anyone looking for a concise review of modern aspects of biochemistry

• TM Ideal for quick review, follows the critically acclaimed Short Course format, with abundant clear illustrations of key concepts
• TM Includes closely related areas of molecular and cell biology
• TM Features practical examples, including cancer and other diseases, drawn primarily from humans

Here is the ideal textbook for medical students as well as graduates and undergraduates in biochemistry, medical biochemistry, and molecular biology courses. It is also an excellent selection for technicians and related professionals who want to review modern aspects of biochemistry in a concise format. ... Read more

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biochemistry book
delivered in a timely manner. would buy from this seller again. book was in awesome condition.

Great Biochem Resource
This book is a fabulous resource for anyone who wants a better understanding or really any decent understanding of biochemistry. What I liked most about this text is that each section starts generally (ie: purpose of the process, how it ties in as a whole, key steps and enzymes/products) then moves to the specifics (ie: all the steps,enzymes, products, and other details that are nice to know but not likely to be tested on). The book also constantly incorporates links between different processes/cycles and reminds you of where certain products are used, things that interfere with enzymes/products, etc. I will give the disclaimer that this book is a bit more prose versus quick bullet point review, although it is informative without being overly detailed, yet is rich in information. It is an easy read though. I'd recommend this book, it helped me out alot my first year of med school.

Useful text or supplement
I purchased this as a gift for an outstanding student to use at college. It is colorful, concise and speaks well to the the reader who has to master a difficult subject.
It's imperative that students of science understand how pervasive chemistry is - not just a course to "get through" - a body of knowledge which gives insight into how their science "works".
Well-organised and well-written! ... Read more

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The new edition of the best-selling Lecture Notes title is a concise introduction to clinical biochemistry that presents the fundamental science underpinning common biochemical investigations used in clinical practice.

Lecture Notes: Clinical Biochemistry allows the reader to make efficient and informed use of the diagnostic services offered by their clinical biochemistry department. The result is a text that serves as a reference to the practitioner as well as the student. The book takes a system-based approach, with the underlying physiological rationale for any test explained in the context of disruption by disease. This leads naturally to an integrated and practical understanding of biochemical diagnostics.

Including multiple choice questions (MCQs) alongside end-of-chapter case studies to help develop test-selection skills, Lecture Notes: Clinical Biochemistry provides the essential background to biochemical investigations and is an ideal course companion and revision guide for medical students, junior doctors on the Foundation Programme, general practitioners, and nurses and laboratory technicians.

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Medical Biochemistry at a Glance provides a concise and accessible introduction to this complex subject and a revision aid for medical students. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear tables and diagrams encapsulating all the students need to know.

This new edition of Medical Biochemistry at a Glance:

• Has been completely re-organised, revised and updated
  
• Is written by the author of the hugely successful Metabolism at a Glance
  
• Contains a second colour throughout to enhance the visual appeal, making the subject even easier to understand
  
• Presents line drawings and biochemical pathways on the left page and concise explanations of the right, providing a user-friendly overview of medical biochemistry
  
• Condenses medical biochemistry into 60 digestible double-page spreads

Medical Biochemistry at a Glance will appeal to medical students in the early years of their course, and those revising for final exams. The book is also suitable for biological science and biochemistry students. ... Read more

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Great little Supplement for visual learning of Medical Biochemistry
This book saved me in the first year of medical school.I had a very poorly organized biochemistry textbook, with lectures that were not any better.I am a visual learner and needed large, detailed pictures that give an idea of the 'big picture.'That is where this small text excelled.Most of the major, basic pathways needed in medical biochemistry are covered--from TCA cycle to purine, pyrimidine, fat, and amino acid metabolism.I was not a science major in college so I needed major reviews on biochemistry.

Each 'system' is usually depicted on 2 adjacent pages, with many annotations, and usually a short, concise clinical note; but overall the majority of the page is taken up by the diagrams.

If you like systems diagrams to learn with, and need some good, visual, 'big picture' biochemistry study aids, I highly recommend this text.

well orgainized summary
I am a first year med student with only a little previous knowledge of chemistry and therefore was a little daunted by the prospect of biochemistry. I found Salway's book allayed a lot of my fears. the reason I found it so helpful was that the format of highlighting each path and discussing the key substrates and enzymes helped focus me in on what was important. I found this a great adjunct to my main biochem text and would highly recommend this book. ... Read more

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Accelerated answers for the biochemistry course exams-written by students, for students

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A major update of the highly popular second edition, with changes in the content and organisation that reflect advances in the subject. As with the first two editions, the third edition of Instant Notes in Biochemistry provides the essential facts of biochemistry with detailed explanations and clear illustrations. It also includes new and expanded topics such as cytoskeleton, molecular motors, bioimaging, biomembranes, cell signaling, protein structure and enzymes regulation.

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Biochemistry needs more info
For someone that is detailed oriented, I found this book not to be useful.The main points of biochemistry were summed up, but the exact details were forgotten.I had this book assigned to me for graduate school, and I could've done without it.I ended up using my undergraduate text to help explain the details that the professor was looking for on essay questions instead of this book.However, it is useful for someone that wants a basic overview on biochemistry.May even be a good introductory for AP Bio students or chemistry students in high school.

Great biochemistry book!
This book clearly and concisely explains biochemistry terms and concepts.I was having trouble understanding the information in the textbook for my class, and this book helps pull it together and make it all make sense.It's been a lifesaver for me this semester!

Tight, concise, pretty nice, right price.
This book is a super concise quick read on the subject. It covers the main points without boggling you with information overload on deatils. I wish it would show more chemical structure at times to make the logical of transformations more transparent;in the metabolism sections particularly. The graphics are minimalmistic, this mode is not exploited by the authors. It does not make much of an attempt to help you better understand the logic of the subject in the metabolism section. Overall I believe the book delivers what it promises. Still I wish there was a concise review book with good graphic displays, interesting writing that revealed the beauty and logic of the subject more. I give this book a C to B- overall.

I love this book!!!
This book was my lifeline when I took Biochemistry this past year. Everything is logically organized and the chapters are easy to read andquick to comprehend.The level of detail provided is perfect for anundergraduate level biochemistry course.The diagrams, while simplistic,are easy to understand and remember for use on exams.The only drawbackmight be a failure to integrate all the different metabolic pathways, butthis is a shortcoming found in many textbooks.

Excellent brief presentation of numerous topics in biochem
The book is a very good overview of biochemical processes, covering many significant topics.Detail level is moderate -- not as detailed as an indepth study, which I found a bit disappointing in topics that were ofspecial interest to me, but on the other hand the information is fairlycomplete for review or introductory purposes.Lots of diagrams supplementthe text, and most provide an extra illumination of the topic, which Iappreciated.Topics cover: cells and structure, amino acids and proteins,enzymes, antibodies, membranes, DNA and RNA (which could have been left outof this book, since it is covered in much more detail in the Instant Notesin Molecular Biology volume), protein synthesis, recombinant DNA,carbohydrate/lipid/nitrogen metabolism, respiration (Krebs Cycle), and afinal chapter that covers muscle contraction, nerve conduction andneurotransmitters -- although the info here is too brief -- and collagen. Viruses are also covered, altho again they are covered in more detail inInstant Notes in Microbiology.I'm using this book along with withBiochemistry by Champe (great illustrations -- more info on the biologicalprocesses) to get a basic understanding of biochem.This book could be agreat reference for a student/professional review or for a quick look-up ofprocesses or concepts.Brief mention is made, also, of medical conditionsresulting from errors, mutations, or deficiencies in the topics covered,but I would like to have seen more of this type of information (e.g., therealistic consequences).Otherwise, very pleased with the book, bothinformation contained in the text and the layout of the diagrams. ... Read more

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You'll never find an easier, more efficient, and more focused way to ace biochemistry and biochemistry-related questions on the USMLE and course examinations than the USMLE Road Map. Designed to provide maximum learning in minimum time, this fully updated USMLE Road Map offers a concise, creative, and well-illustrated approach to mastering biochemistry.

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The Theory, Action and Practical Application of Schuessler's Twelve Biochemic Remedies.An Unabridged, Digitally Enlarged Printing of 'A Medical Book For The Home,' To Include a Comprehensive Index. ... Read more

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Cannot use this book in Europe.
As I have the new German manuals about Biochemie nach Dr. Schüssler written by Thomas Feichtinger, this very old book about Dr Schuessler's Biochemistry by J.B.Chapman and J.S. Cogswell was a waste of money for me.
It is a copy of a very old book, something I did not see in the information given by amazon before I ordered it.
In addition to that the names of the tissue salts used in this book are different from the ones we use in Europe.

Dr. Schuesller's Biochemistry book
Book arrived in great shape and in a well protected container.I was happy with its condition.

Dr. Schuessler's Biochemistry by J. B. Chapman M.D.
Dr. Chapman's book on the "Biochemic System of Healing" developed by Dr. Schuessler is excellent. I recommend this book for anyone wishing to understand and use the fine principles of Dr. Schuessler's theory. From this book they can learn to use this gentle method of healing so often needed in this hardened world.I learned Schuessler's theory from a much more lengthy book, but I feel Chapman's book, in its condensed form, is in no way lacking. For a book this size, it is very comprehensive.I have used it personally for almost 20 years helping my five children, 2 grandchildren, numerous family members and friends. I am positive everyone will treasure their personal copy. I certainly have mine. That's why I'm buying more copies-to loan to friends.Good reading to all who decide to buy it and most importantly to use it in their quest for a healthier life. ... Read more

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This text uses a more brief and qualitative approach to present biochemistry with chemical rigor, focusing on the structures of biomolecules, chemical mechanisms, and evolutionary relationships.  It is written to impart a sense of intellectual history of biochemistry, an understanding of the tools and approaches used to solve biochemical puzzles, and a hint of the excitement that accompanies new discoveries. ... Read more

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Very helpful!
Excellent text to supplement the hard back book. This companion provides an outline and THE ANSWERS to questions and the Study Excercises fromthe main text. Easy to understand and all calculations shown. Money well spent-too bad you have to buy the main text! ... Read more

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Research on the biochemistry and molecular biology of lipids and lipoproteins has experienced remarkable growth in the last 20 years, particularly with the realization that many different classes of lipids play fundamental roles in diseases such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.The 5th edition of this book has been written with two major objectives.The first objective is to provide students and teachers with an advanced up-to-date textbook covering the major areas of current interest in the lipid field.The chapters are written for students and researchers familiar with the general concepts of lipid metabolism but who wish to expand their knowledge in this area. The second objective is to provide a reference text for scientists who are about to enter the field of lipids, lipoproteins and membranes and who wish to learn more about this area of research.All of the chapters have been extensively updated since the 4th edition appeared in 2002.

Key Features:
* Represents a bridge between the superficial coverage of the lipid field found in basic biochemistry text books and the highly specialized material contained in scientific review articles and monographs.

* Allows scientists to become familiar with recent developments related to their own research interests, and will help clinical researchers and medical students keep abreast of developments in basic science that are important for subsequent clinical advances.

* Serves as a general reference book for scientists studying lipids, lipoproteins and membranes and as an advanced and up-to-date textbook for teachers and students who are familiar with the basic concepts of lipid biochemistry. ... Read more

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Clinical Biochemistry 2/e focuses on the areas of body function required for the maintenance of health including: input; control; processing; transport and storage; defence and output. This new edition has been substantially revised and updated and incorporates the latest developments in genomics, proteomics and biosensors to ensure the reader is up to date with the subject. The book also benefits from an improved design and layout to aid student understanding. ... Read more

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Schaum's Easy Outlines are streamlined versions of best-selling Schaum's titles. We've shortened the text, broadened the visual appeal, and introduced study techniques to make mastering any subject easier. The results are reader-friendly study guides with all the impressive academic authority of the originals.

Schaum's Easy Outlines feature:

• Concise text that focuses on the essentials of the course
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Customer Reviews (4)

Awful
What a waste of paper.I bought this book because I was on the verge of failing my first exam.This book was useless and failed to provide basic information onterminology you need to know to even pass biochem.I have so many issues with this book, it would take me until the end of time to list them.Save your money and buy another book.

Not helpful for college level biochemistry
I was hoping for a supplemental to my undergrad biochem course.This book breezes over topics a little too quickly.I thought the enzyme kinetics chapter could have been more detailed.I wouldn't recommend this for college students, might be good for people generally interested in biochemistry without any of the details.

Brief overview
Very concise and great for a brief overview, but not much detail for important topics.

Excellent outline and overview
This little review and outline packs a lot of information into only about 130 pages. This means it makes for fairly dense reading given the technical level but it's obviously intended for the biochem or serious student. The book consists of 15 chapters ranging from 5 to 20 pages in length, depending on the subject. Key concepts or facts are emphasized and often highlighted in dark gray boxes throughout the text, and some chapters include solved problems. A sampling of the chapter titles includes Proteins; Lipids and Membranes; Enzyme Catalysis and Kinetics; Carhohydrate Metabolism; the Citric Acid Cycle; Nitrogen Metabolism; and Gene Expression and Protein Synthesis.

There are about 100 illustrations ranging from graphs and tables to the usual molecular structures and also diagrams of more complex molelcular reactions that require several steps or mechanisms such as the elongation step of polypeptide synthesis, the metabolic pathways of beta oxidation, as well as illustrations of longer ones requiring many steps, like the citric acid cycle, the role of amino transferases and glutamate dehydrogenase in nitrogen metabolism, the urea cycle and metabolism, and others.

Overall this is a useful little book that is one of the most concise and informative presentations of the most important concepts in biochemistry that I've seen, and at only nine bucks the price is right too. ... Read more

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Exercise Biochemistry brings an admittedly difficult and technical subject to life. Extremely user- and student-friendly, it is written in conversational style by Vassilis Mougios, who poses and then answers questions as if in conversation with a student. Mougios does an excellent job of making the information interesting by using simple language without compromising scientific accuracy and content. He also uses ample analogies, related works of art, and numerous illustrations to drive home his points for readers.

The result is that Exercise Biochemistry is a highly informative and illuminating text on the effects of exercise on molecular-level functioning. It presents the basics of biochemistry as well as in-depth coverage of exercise biochemistry. The book uses key terms, sidebars, and questions and problems posed at the end of each chapter to facilitate learning. It also covers metabolism, endocrinology, and assessment all in one volume, unlike other exercise biochemistry books.

In exploring all of these topics, Exercise Biochemistry makes the case for exercise biochemistry to have a stand-alone textbook. In fact, this book will encourage more universities to introduce exercise biochemistry courses to their curricula. Having the necessary topics of basic biochemistry in a single volume will facilitate the work of both instructors and students.

Exercise Biochemistry will also be useful to graduate students in sport science who have not been formally introduced to exercise biochemistry during their undergraduate programs. Additionally, it can supplement exercise physiology textbooks with its coverage of the molecular basis of physiological processes. This book is also for physical education and sport professionals who have an interest in how the human body functions during and after exercise. And this book is addressed to health scientists who are interested in the transformations in human metabolism brought about by physical activity.

The book is organized in four parts. Part I introduces readers to biochemistry basics, including chapters on metabolism, proteins, nucleic acids and gene expression, and carbohydrates and lipids. Part II consists of two chapters that explore neural control of movement and muscle contraction. The essence of the book is found in part III, which details exercise metabolism in its six chapters. Included are chapters on carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism in exercise; compounds of high phosphoryl transfer potential; effects of exercise on gene expression; and integration of exercise metabolism. In part IV, the author focuses on biochemical assessment of people who exercise, with chapters on iron status, metabolites, and enzymes and hormones. Simple biochemical tests are provided to assess an athlete’s health and performance.

Exercise Biochemistry is a highly readable book that serves as a source for understanding how exercise changes bodily functions. The text is useful for both students and practitioners alike. ... Read more

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Univ. of Mississippi, Jackson. Biochemistry review for medical students preparing for the USMLE Step 1. Includes 500 board-type questions with annotated answers. Outline format. Previous edition: c1994. Softcover. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

made me love biochemistry
throughout my stay in med school, I never understood why I must be subjected to all those biochemical details. I was aware, of course, that I needed to understand the basic chemical processes that affected the human body, but I couldn't find any reason why my professors would treat medical students as if they were biochem majors. Boy, was I glad when the biochemistry class was over, and I passed the darn course!
I was to meet this same course a few years ago, when I had to sit for the USMLE I. Like a sick child who must swallow a bitter tablet, I reluctantly began to study biochem. Again.
It was a very pleasant surprise that the course was really interesting. I mean, I enjoyed it as much as I did physiology (and I always loved physiology!).
I realized that I came to love biochem because of this book. The authors knew how to give you solid biochemical reasons for those familiar clinical conditions. Contrary to my previous experiences in med school, I found out that biochemistry is indeed a very interesting vourse.
The only (small) problem that you may find with this book is, it could be too detailed at times. However, it covers the USMLE topics quite well. If you have read Kaplan's materials, you'd agree that there are very many similarities. I read both.
If you want to use it for the USMLE I exam, I suggest you first read the specific topics required for the exam. Afterwards, you may then the other areas that are not vital for the exam, if you are interested, and you have the extra time.
I wish I had this book much earlier. It's really nice.

Good biochemistry review in outline form
This is a good review book for medical school.It offers great depth and details to the subject of biochemistry albeit it lacks the illustration and color of textbooks.The book is written in an outline form, so reading a chapter of Davidson's Biochemistry can be tedious; but then, there are those who like to study that way ... Read more

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This new Foundations of General, Organic, and Biochemistry is designed to help undergraduate, health and science-related majors,understand key concepts and appreciate the significant connections between chemistry, health, disease, and the treatment of disease. Foundations, just like its parent text, strikes a balance between theoretical and practical chemistry, while emphasizing material that is unique to health-related studies.

Foundations of General, Organic, and Biochemistry is designed for the one-semester, or two-semester, allied health chemistry course. This text has an easy-to-follow problem-solving approach, vivid illustrations, and engaging applications including timely "Chemistry at the Crime Scene" applications with "For Further Understanding" questions that follow to help the students think through what they just read. The art program, engaging and thought-provoking questions, problems, and discussion topics make this book appealing to students and instructors alike. ... Read more

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The latest edition of Biochemistry Primer for Exercise Science provides upper-level undergraduate and graduate students with an understanding of the essential concepts of biochemistry—molecular biology, basic chemistry, metabolism, and transcription regulation—in an easy-to-understand format. This text builds on the success of the previous edition by offering new topics, new organization of chapters, greater interpretation and integration of key concepts, and new and improved illustrations that clarify the content.

With its updated information based on new research and ideas from exercise science and molecular biology and its greater interpretation of biochemistry in the context of the active human, Biochemistry Primer for Exercise Science, Third Edition, is the only text of its kind in this field. Students trained in traditional exercise physiology can understand basic concepts of energy, but without the knowledge gained from this book they might lack the ability to apply these principles to everyday life.

New information and approaches in this book include the following:

Reorganized chapters give greater attention to the mechanism behind the concepts. Basic metabolic pathways and mechanisms are outlined and the role of exercise in modulating those pathways and mechanisms is addressed.

A deeper and more thorough integration of the topics adds context and aids in comprehension.

New review questions with answers are provided.

A section on oxidative stress and its implications to lifestyle and health are included.

A new section covers signal transduction that leads to changes in the expression of genes and in the amounts of specific proteins.

A thoroughly revamped chapter covers bioenergetics with an overview of energy systems and their role in exercise. This is followed by the more rigorous thermodynamics concepts.

In addition, each chapter addresses the newest, most sophisticated information, discusses future research directions, and contains key points to reinforce understanding. The book also provides a list of abbreviations, conveniently located on the inside front cover, to help the reader become familiar with commonly used biochemistry terms; chapter summaries; a glossary; and a comprehensive reference list to help students absorb and apply the content.

This new edition fully integrates the concepts of biochemistry and physiology of exercise and provides critical information on how genes are controlled. In doing so, it melds the fields of human nutrition, physiology, and biochemistry into a more unifying science, and it presents students with the biochemistry content they need in order to understand the molecular aspects of human physical activity. The text helps prepare students for what lies ahead, and it is a great tool for professionals in related fields who want to learn about the biochemistry of exercise. ... Read more

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shipped quickly
Shipment for this book was fast.didnt worry at all about having my books in time.would use this company again.

the important baseline to understand exercise metabolism
if you're interested in adquiring an easy and understandable base about proteins, carbohydrates and fats this book is a must as well as an indipensable start to understand further readings about the metabolism of exercise. The complete explanation about the turnover of proteins, krebs cycle, fatty acids, different roles of celular ARN are so well explained that you don't need to be an expert to understand the basics of this biochemical principles. ... Read more

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Discover how the latest developments in biotechnology, genomics, and proteins directly affect your life with Campbell/Farrell?s best-selling biochemistry text. Known for its logical organization and appropriate depth of coverage, BIOCHEMISTRY, Sixth Edition, balances scientific detail with readability that?s ideal for those studying biochemistry for the first time. A unique new magazine-style insert, Hot Topics in Biochemistry, introduces advancements in areas such as the Avian Flu, stem cell research, blood doping, HPV, the Gardasil vaccine, and more. New in-text questions help you master key concepts of biochemistry, while end-of-chapter problem sets, now grouped by problem types, assist you in efficiently preparing for exams. State-of-the art visuals throughout the book help clarify concepts. Biochemical Connections demonstrate how biochemistry affects other fields, such as health and sports medicineThe book?s popular Web-based tutorial, CengageNOW for BIOCHEMISTRY, Sixth Edition, uses diagnostic tools and tutorials to help you focus your study time on the specific biochemistry principles that are challenging you personally. Count on BIOCHEMISTRY, Sixth Edition, for the most current coverage and clarity you need to excel in your one-semester biochemistry course. ... Read more

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good but needs editing
Writing a biochemistry text that is comprehensive, clear, and up to date (reflecting the gist of the thousands of research papers published each year) is an almost impossible task.This book gets most of the way through that task, but still falls noticeably short of perfection.Chief among the nagging shortcomings are charts and graphics which are sometimes unclear (perhaps 10% could be improved), and uneven editing of text.The defects in the graphics are not so much content as presentation -- grouping of items, labels, and font sizes are often not conducive to seeing what is what.

Examples of incomplete editing are chapter and section summaries that address points never mentioned in the text.Indeed, the summaries are usually quite good and one wishes that the same concision and clarity were more uniformly in evidence in the longer text expositions.In some of the sections drawing on recent research -- e.g. the coverage of DNA to RNA transcription in Chapter 11, there is sometimes an almost random cataloging of recent research -- i.e., here are all the things we know about this transcription factor, in no particular order and with no particular relationship to the (necessarily simplified) themes we are able to bring out in this book.For the most part, however, the organization imposed on the chaos of research is creditable and comprehensible.

So, in sum, the book reflects an almost superhuman amount of work, but is still flawed.I suspect the hard truth is that there is simply not sufficient demand for such a text to permit the industrial-scale enterprise that has made a book such as Campbell and Reece's Biology so superb and in effect a "category killer" in its field.

better than expectation
The book is almost new, much better than I have expected. Thank you very much.

Great!
The book was in the condition as described and arrived in atimely fashion!

I hope this isn't the required text
This book is terrible. Taking notes from this book is a disaster because it's totally unorganized and in desperate need of editing. The sample problems are useless and I had to get out my general chem book to figure out how to work through many of them. The 4 star reviews must be by authors of this book or those making $$ selling it. If you are a professor please do not assign this book to your class it's a poor reference for those learning biochem for the first time. ... Read more

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Expanded and updated, this second edition of a bestselling book challenges conventional entomological wisdom with the latest research and analytical interpretations. Encouraging independent evaluation of the data and allowing for the extrapolation of major concepts across species, this indispensable text establishes a thorough understanding of the physiological and biochemical functions and adaptations that have made insects one of the most successful groups of living organisms on the planet.

Comprehensive in scope, yet organized to provide immediate access to specific information, Insect Physiology and Biochemistry, Second Edition —

James L. Nation is Professor Emeritus in the Entomology and Nematology Department at the University of Florida at Gainesville. He taught insect physiology at the graduate level for 42 years. His research includes nitrogen excretion, pheromones, cuticular hydrocarbons, and insect nutrition. He is currently editor of Florida Entomologist. ... Read more

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Great Offer
The book was brand new, in a very good price, delivered in time. Great buy! ... Read more