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A brain scientist’s journey from a debilitating stroke to full recovery becomes an inspiring exploration of human consciousness and its possibilities. On the morning of December 10, 1996 Jill Bolte Taylor, a thirty-seven-year-old Harvard-trained brain scientist experienced a massive stroke when a blood vessel exploded in the left side of her brain. A neuroanatomist by profession, she observed her own mind completely deteriorate to the point that she could not walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life, all within the space of four brief hours. As the damaged left side of her brain – the rational, grounded, detail and time-oriented side – swung in and out of function, Taylor alternated between two distinct and opposite realties: the euphoric nirvana of the intuitive and kinesthetic right brain, in which she felt a sense of complete well-being and peace; and the logical, sequential left brain, which recognized Jill was having a stroke, and enabled her to seek help before she was lost completely. In My Stroke of Insight, Taylor shares her unique perspective on the brain and its capacity for recovery, and the sense of omniscient understanding she gained from this unusual and inspiring voyage out of the abyss of a wounded brain. It would take eight years for Taylor to heal completely. Because of her knowledge of how the brain works, her respect for the cells composing her human form, and most of all an amazing mother, Taylor completely repaired her mind and recalibrated her understanding of the world according to the insights gained from her right brain that morning of December 10th. Today Taylor is convinced that the stroke was the best thing that could have happened to her. It has taught her that the feeling of nirvana is never more than a mere thought away. By stepping to the right of our left brains, we can all uncover the feelings of well-being and peace that are so often sidelined by our own brain chatter. A fascinating journey into the mecha more...

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Actin is a ubiquitous protein present in high concentrations in virtually all cells. It's assembly and disassembly is modulated by more than 100 actin-binding proteins. These interactions are essential for a variety of important cellular processes including cell division, gene expression and motility. There are scattered reports in the published literature citing relationships between actin, actin-binding proteins and disease. This volume brings this information together for the first time, with a focus on human disorders. This volume is relevant to a wide readership including cell biologists interested in understanding how structural and functional changes in proteins impact on the organism as a whole. Additionally, clinicians will be interested because the book explains the role of cytoskeletal proteins in various diseases, including cancer and immune system disorders. more...

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Overview of how the visual system is organized and functions to produce visual perception, for a broad undergraduate audience. more...

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Reflecting a decade's worth of changes, this second edition is a practical guide to the common statistical problems encountered in toxicology and the methodologies that are available to solve them. The book presents a historical review of the use of animal models used in toxicology and an overview of broad considerations of metabolism and its relevance. Chapters covering the eight major species used in toxicology and experimental biology form the core of the book. With contributions from experts in toxicology, toxicological pathology, and species-specific metabolism, each of these chapters provide an excellent introductory ''course'' along with guidance to the literature for more detailed understanding. more...

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Boost grades with an illustrated Biology study guide. You. will use it from an undergraduate school all the way to medical school. Audience. Intended for everyone interested in Biology, particularly undergraduate and. graduate life science students, medical students, nursing, and dental students. Features.:.; Fully illustrated.; Written in clear, concise format.; Detailed description on cell components and biochemical processes.; Mendelian Genetics and Molecular biology.; Human Anatomy and Physiology.; Plants.; Chemical Review.; Difficult concepts are explained in simple terms.; Navigate from Table of Contents or search for the words or phrases.; Access the guide anytime, anywhere - at home, on the train, in the subway.; Add Bookmarks.; Designed for optimal navigation on PDA, Smartphone, Tablet, and desktop devices.; Formatted to display on all electronic devices including Smartphones and Mobile Devices with a small display.; Text annotation and mark-up.; Access the guide anytime, anywhere - at home, on the train, in the subway.; Use your down time to prepare for an exam.; Always have the guide available for a quick reference.; Automatic synchronization between the handheld and the desktop PC. You. could read half of the book on the handheld, then finish reading on the desktop. Annotations and drawings are also synchronized. Table of Contents. I. Cell. Cell : Cell membrane | Cytoskeleton. | Genetic material | Organelles | Prokaryotic cells | Eukaryotic cells | Growth. and metabolism | Creation of new cells | Protein synthesis | Origins of cells. | History. Types of Cells: Prokaryotes | Bacteria | Groups | Gram-positive. | Gram-negative | Cyanobacteria | Archaea | Eukaryotes | Comparison. of eukaryotic and procariotic cells | Plant Cells | Comparison of animal and. plant cells. Bacterial cell structure : Cell. envelope | Cytoplasmic membrane | Surface structures | Intracellular structures. | Endospores. Cell Components : Cell wall | Cell membrane | Chloroplast | Cili more...

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