David O. Norris's Books

Forensic Plant Science

By: Jane H Bock,David O. Norris

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Forensic botany is the application of plant science to the resolution of legal questions. A plant's anatomy and its ecological requirements are in some cases species specific and require taxonomic verification; correct interpretation of botanical evidence can give vital information about a crime scene or a suspect or victim. The use of botanical evidence in legal investigations in North America is relatively recent. The first botanical testimony to be heard in a North American court concerned the kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh's baby boy and the conviction of Bruno Hauptmann in 1935. Today, forensic botany encompasses numerous subdisciplines of plant science, such as plant anatomy, taxonomy, ecology, palynology, and diatomology, and interfaces with other disciplines, e.g., molecular biology, limnology and oceanography.Forensic Plant Science presents chapters on plant science evidence, plant anatomy, plant taxonomic evidence, plant ecology, case studies for all of the above, as well as the educational pathways for the future of forensic plant science. - Provides techniques, collection methods, and analysis of digested plant materials - Shows how to identify plants of use for crime scene and associated evidence in criminal cases - The book's companion website: http://booksite.elsevier.com/9780128014752, will host a microscopic atlas of common food plants

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0128015810

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Endocrine Disruption

Biological Bases for Health Effects in Wildlife and Humans

By: David O. Norris

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Endocrine Disruption

Biological Bases for Health Effects in Wildlife and Humans

By: David O. Norris

Addresses the biological effects of the large number of compounds that have been recognized as endocrine disrupters. This book presents the relevant fundamentals of the endocrine systems of animals and humans, the toxicology, developmental toxicology, ecology, and risk assessment methods, and lays out the state of understanding for the field.

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Oxford University Press

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0195137493

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9780195137491

Vertebrate Endocrinology

By: David O. Norris,James A. Carr

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Vertebrate Endocrinology

By: David O. Norris,James A. Carr

Vertebrate Endocrinology, Sixth Edition, provides a comprehensive, up-to-date treatment of the endocrine system for college and university students as well as researchers. This book is logically arranged, easily comprehended, and well-illustrated. It covers traditional hormone-based systems and introduces all forms of chemical communication, their implications for the health of humans, domesticated, and wild vertebrates. Written by two experts who have completed extensive research in comparative vertebrate endocrinology with an emphasis on natural and anthropogenic environmental factors influencing endocrine systems. Collectively, the authors have taught courses in endocrinology at the undergraduate and graduate level for more than 60 years. After first publishing in 1985, Vertebrate Endocrinology, Sixth Edition, continues to serve as an important resource for graduate students and advanced undergraduates in the biological sciences, animal sciences, and veterinary sciences. Endocrine researchers will also benefit from the book's relevance in the areas of comparative, veterinary, and mammalian endocrinology. - Addresses the endocrinology of all vertebrate and non-vertebrate chordates - The only endocrinology textbook that deals with evolutionary aspects of endocrine systems - Includes biochemical, cellular, tissue, organismic, behavioral, and environmental aspects of chemical communication

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0128200944

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9780128200940

AnticoagulantsPhysiologic, Pathologic, and Pharmacologic

By: David Green

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AnticoagulantsPhysiologic, Pathologic, and Pharmacologic

By: David Green

Anticoagulants provides authoritative reviews of proteins C and S, antithrombin III, and the recently described tissue factor pathway inhibitor. There are extensive discussions of pathologic anticoagulants, such as those found in patients with congenital clotting factor deficiencies or those that arise de novo in previously well individuals. Detailed clinical advice is presented for the management of patients with these inhibitors. A chapter on "lupus" anticoagulants provides a comprehensive review of the pathophysiology of these intriguing antibodies. Current guidelines are offered for the use of heparin, warfarin, and thrombolytic agents. The biochemistry, physiology, and clinical applications of the new, low molecular weight heparins are explored.

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