Histone deacetylase inhibitors (HDIs) are good anti-cancer targets. Histone acetyltransferases (HATs) and HDIs play opposite roles in the regulatio...

Hypothermia is the condition in which human body temperature drops below the normal range. The decrease in temperature affects all physiological sy...

This book is a user-friendly book directed at practising general otolaryngologists, developmental biologist, geneticists and researcher focused on ...

Chapter One is addressed to a comprehensive revision of the bibliography regarding the emergence of liposomes and the first steps in their design, ...

This book provides research on the components, functions and diseases of the lymphatic system. Chapter One reviews the role of lymphatic drainage o...

This collection of articles deals with the benefits of different types of stem cells sources, use, manipulation, and aspects for the treatment of c...

The inner ear originates from an ectodermal thickening, the otic placode, which lies adjacent to the developing hindbrain. Complex interactions bet...

In this collection, the authors review the currently available data on interactions of ribosomal components with canonical mRNAs and with hepatitis...

Myopathies are a clinically and genetically heterogenous group of muscle diseases characterized by pathologic changes in muscle fibres that comprom...

Myosin: Biosynthesis, Classes and Function opens with a discussion on class I myosins, the most varied members of the myosin superfamily and a rema...

New Research on Cell Aging and Death reviews previous literature to describe the main behavioral and biochemical characteristics of the SAMP8 mouse...

Body Mass Index (BMI) is the measure of the body weight relative to height that is associated with body fat and health risk. In this book, the auth...

Osteomyelitis is a difficult-to-treat bone infection characterised by progressive inflammatory destruction of the bone, with necrosis and new bone ...

Osteonecrosis is a disease where there is cellular death (necrosis) of bone components due to interruption of the blood supply. Without blood, the ...

Written for laypeople and professionals, this is an easy-to-read guide to maintaining healthy bones and taking charge of health care. It addresses ...

In this book, the authors provide current research in the study of the anatomy, diseases and health implications of the pancreas. The pancreas cons...

Phagocytosis is an elegant, but complex process that cells use for the ingestion and elimination of particles larger than 5 mm in diameter. Unicell...

Standing is the static posture most commonly evaluated in balance assessments. This is because of its ubiquitous nature and because the act of prec...

Potassium ion (K+) channels are ubiquitous components and are widely distributed on the surface of the cell membrane in various tissues. There are ...

Throughout the world, musculoskeletal disorders are a leading cause of chronic disease morbidity, and the chronic musculoskeletal pain affects mill...

Muscle cells, including cardiomyocytes, contain a specialized smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER), sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) calcium ions (Ca2+) re...

It is essential for our quality of life to have healthy muscles. Tragically, the loss of even a single protein can have dramatic effects on muscle ...

Soft tissue refers to tissues that connect, support, or surround other structures and organs of the body, not being bone. Soft tissue includes tend...

In this book the authors present current research in the study of spermatozoa. This compilation focuses on the biology, motility and function and c...

This book provides information on testosterone and its role in human anatomy, physiology, psychology and pathology. In particular, it proposes arti...

In this compilation, the authors provide an overview of neural plate pre-patterning and the concept of the organizing center, describing the contri...

In 1644, the University of Copenhagen established its first anatomical theatre. In addition to the instruction of students, research was also carri...

In this book, the authors present topical research in the study of the morphology, biomechanics and clinical implications of trabecular and cortica...

This book presents topical research in the study of the dietary sources, functions and health benefits related to tryptophan. Topics discussed incl...

Over the last decade, major advancements in our understanding of the ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS) have occurred. This book focuses on recent t...

Oxidative stress, which is caused by endogenous and exogenous reactive-oxygen-species (ROS) formation, may significantly affect health-span and lon...

Cutaneous wound healing is a complex process involving blood clotting, inflammation, new tissue formation and finally tissue remodelling. In this b...