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Social Psychology

By: John D. DeLamater,Daniel J. Myers,Jessica L. Collett

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Social Psychology

By: John D. DeLamater,Daniel J. Myers,Jessica L. Collett

Written by well-known sociologists John D. DeLamater, Daniel J. Myers, and Jessica L. Collett, this fully revised and updated edition of Social Psychology is a highly accessible and engaging exploration of the question "what is it that makes us who we are?". With hundreds of real-world examples, figures, and photographs and grounded in the latest research, the text explores such topics as self, attitudes, social influence, emotions, interpersonal attraction and relationships, and collective behavior. The book also explains the methods that social psychologists use to investigate human behavior in a social context and the theoretical perspectives that ground the discipline. Each chapter is a self-contained unit for ease of use in any classroom.

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Routledge

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0429972725

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9780429972720

Hannah's Heirs

The Quest for the Genetic Origins of Alzheimer's Disease

By: Daniel A. Pollen

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Hannah's Heirs

The Quest for the Genetic Origins of Alzheimer's Disease

By: Daniel A. Pollen

The internationally acclaimed story of Hannah's Heirs now resumes in this updated paperback edition with the discovery in June, 1995 of Hannah's gene--now known to account for the majority of mutations causing early onset familial Alzheimer's disease--and the equally important identification of the major genetic risk factor rendering increased susceptibility to the more frequently occurring late-onset Alzheimer's. With these recent discoveries, medical science is now poised to reach for an understanding of the causes of the various forms of Alzheimer's disease which, in turn, will inevitably lead to rational attempts to treat and prevent Alzheimer's. This fascinating medical detective story of modern science's promising assault on "the disease of the century" continues to unfold with suspense and to inform and inspire through the final word. In Hannah's Heirs, neurologist Dr. Dan Pollen himself tells the compelling story of Hannah's family and their monumental contributions to the fight against Alzheimer's. We are there in 1985 when Charles presents Pollen with three decades' worth of family medical records as well as data from studies that even Pollen and his associates did not then know existed. We see the selfless acts of Hannah's descendants in their struggle against Alzheimer's: great-grandson Jeff's conviction that after his death his brain be used for all possible research; great-granddaughter Lucy's decision to overcome her dread of flying in order to reach the research center for testing; and Charles's continued research in the face of a disease that might strike him at any moment. Pollen sets this gripping story within the larger context of the efforts to solve the mysteries of Alzheimer's. He presents the foundations of modern genetic research, from Gregor Mendel's classic discovery of genes, to Alois Alzheimer's work on the brains of presenile dementia victims, to Watson and Crick's double helix model for the structure of DNA. He narrates the latter-twentieth-century efforts of scientists to systematically narrow down the causes of Alzheimer's: Carlton Gajdusek's research excluding slow viruses as a cause of Alzheimer's; and the stunning discovery of Peter St. George-Hyslop's group in Toronto in June, 1995 identifying Hannah's gene and thereby opening a new era in understanding the origins of Alzheimer's disease. At the same time, Pollen offers a penetrating look at the ongoing conflicts involved in scientific research, revealing how intense competition for prestige and funding has driven some scientists to hoard precious cell lines. These practices have impeded efforts to discover both the causes and the treatment of Alzheimer's in the shortest possible time. As Hannah's great-grandson Ben has written, "This is a story that had to be told. Aspirations were transcendent, but because it involved people it could not be told without tears." Written by a physician-scientist who has been a central figure in the study of familial Alzheimer's, Hannah's Heirs is an inspiring portrait of the efforts of a courageous family to confront and overcome a "personal biological Holocaust," and an encouraging look at the advances in science that have created the basis for the eventual understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. And for those who have seen the horrors of Alzheimer's, for all who fear the aging process that will take its toll on everyone, here is an inside look at one of the great medical detective stories of our time.

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Oxford University Press

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019802326X

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Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of The Whole Body E-Book

By: John R. Haaga,Daniel Boll

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Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of The Whole Body E-Book

By: John R. Haaga,Daniel Boll

Now more streamlined and focused than ever before, the 6th edition of CT and MRI of the Whole Body is a definitive reference that provides you with an enhanced understanding of advances in CT and MR imaging, delivered by a new team of international associate editors. Perfect for radiologists who need a comprehensive reference while working on difficult cases, it presents a complete yet concise overview of imaging applications, findings, and interpretation in every anatomic area. The new edition of this classic reference — released in its 40th year in print — is a must-have resource, now brought fully up to date for today's radiology practice. - Includes both MR and CT imaging applications, allowing you to view correlated images for all areas of the body. - Coverage of interventional procedures helps you apply image-guided techniques. - Includes clinical manifestations of each disease with cancer staging integrated throughout. - Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, and references from the book on a variety of devices. - Over 5,200 high quality CT, MR, and hybrid technology images in one definitive reference. - For the radiologist who needs information on the latest cutting-edge techniques in rapidly changing imaging technologies, such as CT, MRI, and PET/CT, and for the resident who needs a comprehensive resource that gives a broad overview of CT and MRI capabilities. - Brand-new team of new international associate editors provides a unique global perspective on the use of CT and MRI across the world. - Completely revised in a new, more succinct presentation without redundancies for faster access to critical content. - Vastly expanded section on new MRI and CT technology keeps you current with continuously evolving innovations.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323278167

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9780323278164

Recovering International Relations

The Promise of Sustainable Critique

By: Daniel Levine

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Recovering International Relations

The Promise of Sustainable Critique

By: Daniel Levine

Surveying six decades of scholarship, Recovering International Relations suggests new ethical and methodological foundations for the study of world politics. IR is conceived as a vocation; one that must balance the insights of normative and empirical theory against each other to address a densely populated, heavily armed, and persistently diverse world.

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Oxford University Press, USA

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019991608X

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9780199916085

Highway Engineering

Planning, Design, and Operations

By: Daniel J. Findley,Christopher M. Cunningham,Thomas H. Brown Jr,Lorraine M. Cahill,Guangchuan Yang,Leta F. Huntsinger

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Highway Engineering

Planning, Design, and Operations

By: Daniel J. Findley,Christopher M. Cunningham,Thomas H. Brown Jr,Lorraine M. Cahill,Guangchuan Yang,Leta F. Huntsinger

Highway Engineering: Planning, Design, and Operations, Second Edition, presents a clear and rigorous exposition of highway engineering concepts, including project development and the relationship between planning, operations, safety and highway types. The book includes important topics such as corridor selection and traverses, horizontal and vertical alignment, design controls, basic roadway design, cross section elements, intersection and interchange design, and the integration of new vehicle technologies and trends. It also presents end of chapter exercises to further aid understanding and learning. This edition has been fully updated with the current design policies and reference manuals essential for highway, transportation, and civil engineers who are required to work to these standards. - Provides an updated resource on current design standards from the Highway Capacity Manual and the Green Book - Covers fundamental traffic flow relationships and traffic impact analysis, collision analysis, road safety audits and advisory speeds - Presents the latest applications and engineering considerations for highway planning, design and construction

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Butterworth-Heinemann

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0323859348

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9780323859349

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Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of The Whole Body E-Book

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