Introduction to Modern Virology

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Introduction to Modern Virology has been an established student text for over 25 years. Providing an integrated account of the subject across different host systems, with an emphasis on human and animal viruses, this book covers the field of virology from molecular biology to disease processes using a unique systems approach. Featuring an all new art program in full color, the new edition has been updated throughout, and reorganized into thematic sections on the fundamental nature of viruses, their growth in cells, their interactions with the host organism and their role as agents of human disease. There is a new chapter on Human Viral Disease and rapidly developing areas, such as the use of viruses as gene therapy vectors, have been included. The 6th edition is even more accessible, now including key points and integrative questions in every chapter, as well as text boxes emphasizing take-home messages, evidence underpinning the main concepts, and further information for more advanced readers. Prevention and therapy, evolution and emerging viruses receive particular attention and specific chapters address the major infectious challenges posed by HIV, pandemic influenza and BSE. This highly accessible text provides ideal reading for all undergraduate and postgraduate students of biology and medicine wishing to study virology.

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Good Information, Bad Organization.......2006-05-10

Granted virology is not the most organized branch of science, the author could have done a much better job organizing the information. At many times through out this book I felt lost, not because I didn't understand the information (if you've taken molecular bio virology will be a much easier course) but because I couldn't figure out how this example fit into the big picture. Later on after finishing a couple of chapters I had to go back through my notes, rearrange everything, and add notes to my notes.

On the good side, there was a lot of helpful information and background on the experiments used to assertain this information.

All you need to start this fascinating subject.......1999-07-11

Virology is not the easiest of subjects to consider studying so it was with some trepidation that I ordered this book. My confidence was well founded as it is in every way superb. Chapters include definitions of viruses, lab techniques, biochemistry, processes of infection, virus-host interactions, vaccines, evolution of viruses and focus chapters on specific viruss/groups. Every page was fascinating and ,relatively easy to grasp if read in page order (though this is not a book for the complete layman, 'A' level biology or chemistry will be useful if not essential). Did you know that ME is caused by a virus, or that seals can catch human flu, or that at laest two infectious particle SMALLER than viruses exist? Read this book!

Human Communication Disorders: An Introduction (7th Edition)

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Human Communications Disorders
some good points, some not that great

Human Communication Disorders: An Introduction (7th Edition)
Noma B. Anderson , and George H. Shames
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ASIN: 0205456227

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B> The leading introductory book in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, this book contains contributions from leading authorities which bring life to the world of people with communication disorders and excite students about the challenges and rewards of helping them. The book has been recommended as appropriate preparation for the clinical certification examination in Speech Pathology given by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Focuses on understanding the underlying nature of communication problems, and thoroughly explains the current theory and research. This book presents the "nuts and bolts" of clinical therapy at the depth of detail students of this subject require. The book covers a broad range of topics, and provides an overview of the discipline - its history, philosophy, ethics, professions, career opportunities, and legal and legislative foundations. The individual chapters are written by recognized experts in the field that the first-generation of authors have selected to continue the traditions of currency and expertise. Readers and Students interested in the introductory study of Communication Disorders.

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Human Communications Disorders.......2007-10-02

This is a well written text that is easy to take notes from. It is very thorough, but it is definitely written with the professional in mind, with many sitings and technical terms.

some good points, some not that great.......2006-09-28

This text book is very comprehensive and updated (particularly regarding the chapters on genetics and multiculturalism). However, as an introductory text, it contains too much information in too many chapters, often on an intermediate level.

Introduction to Clinical Methods in Communication Disorders

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Intro to Clinical Methods

Introduction to Clinical Methods in Communication Disorders
Rhea Paul
Manufacturer: Paul H. Brookes Co., Inc.
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Intro to Clinical Methods.......2005-09-08

This book gave a nice across-the-board overview of communication disorders and methods of assesing disorders. I used it to help me write a paper and will probably use it again in my work as a speech path.

Introdution to Human Disease + Workbook Pkg

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Introdution to Human Disease + Workbook Pkg
Leonard Crowley
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Introduction to Human Disease, Fourth Edition presents the basic concepts of pathophysiology in a beautifully illustrated and highly readable text for students in nursing and other health professions. Its goal is to provide a solid foundation for students to build upon for the remainder of their professional careers. The text strives to provide students with a clear conception of the structural and functional changes caused by disease in tissues and organs. Introduction to Human Disease, Fourth Edition is organized into two main sections. The first section covers general concepts and diseases that affect the body as a whole. In the second section, individual organ systems and their diseases are discussed in a systematic manner. The heaviest emphasis is placed on the most common and important diseases. Numerous case studies allow students to relate the clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of a specific disease to an individual patient.

Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders

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Providing a basic understanding of neurogenic communication disorders, the individuals who have these disorders, and how these disorders are measured and treated, this clinically relevant text gives the reader the tools needed to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurogenic communication disorders. An ideal resource to assist in obtaining clinical competency, this 6th edition includes new sidebars, critical thinking exercises, and key concepts.

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Very Good.......2006-03-02

It really is an excellent source in Speech and Language Pathologist, Very easy to read and comprehend.

Language Development: An Introduction (with Audio CD) (6th Edition)

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Language Development: An Introduction (with Audio CD) (6th Edition)
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In recognition of the tremendous variation across children and language, the fifth edition of this readable book devotes much more space to individual developmental differences and cultural differences. Discussion of other cultures has been included wherever possible. In addition, the sections on bidialectalism and bilingualism have been expanded to reflect more accurately the realities of everyday life in the United States. Developed within a chronological framework, every aspect of syntax, morphology, semantics, phonology, and pragmatics is examined. For anyone interested in language development.

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Easy to Understand.......2007-02-13

This book gives comprehensive detail on how language is normally developed. Its very easy to understand

Good info, hard read.......2007-01-04

This book is chock-full of vital information on the subject. The issue is that it is not an easy read. The words are small and it seems as if the info just goes on and on and on with no page breaks or chapter reviews often. But because of the good content, I've decided to keep the book instead of selling it back.

Too much information.......1999-07-22

This book is packed with an incredible amount of information on language development making it a good resource. However, this incredible detail is confusing for students taking their first course in language development.

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Introduction to audiology
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Introduction to Audiology (8th Edition)
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Introduction to Audiology, Eighth Edition is the leading book for the introduction to hearing and hearing disorders studies required of all those wishing to complete the study of audiology. This book provides in-depth coverage of the physics of sound, anatomy and physiology of the auditory system; causes and treatment of hearing disorders; and the relevant diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. It emphasizes the proper evaluation of hearing disorders and the treatment avenues available for these disorders. For those training in audiology studies.

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Great book.......2007-09-17

I have a profesor who doesn't know the first thing about teaching. The only way I am surviving is by keeping up with this book. It is so clear. The only issue I have with it is that it doesn't always define the bolded key terms until a couple pages later.

It's what the title says..........2007-05-10

It's an introduction to audiology. If you're new to the discipline, then this is a pretty good starting point. However, it's not detailed enough for postgrad or research. For that I'd buy Katz's Handbook of Clinical Audiology or Roeser's Audiology Diagnosis.

GREAT.......2006-02-22

My order got here on the day specified when I ordered it. It was packaged great and everything was there that was supposed to be. SPEEDY and reliable.

Introduction to audiology.......2006-02-08

I just want to say that this text book is really easy to understand as well as to read. If some kind of uncertainty arises you can always refer to the CD that it comes with and it will help you understand the material in a more efficient and concrete way. I am happy with the text and I can now understand the science behind the hearing mechanism. I would recommend this text for the begginers with an interest to specialize in hearing and/or speech sciences.

A great start..............2002-02-21

I have a BS in Audiology and am going back for my Au.D -- and this book is excellent in bringing me back up to speed on the materials I haven't touched in nearly 10 years. It is concise (definitely not wordy) and hits all the basics, starting from the history of hearing checks to today's detailed technological miracles of testing. Could have a bit more of the anatomy, but other than that, it really is a great start for those wanting to enter the field of Audiology.

Introduction to Biochemical Toxicology, 3rd Edition

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Introduction to Biochemical Toxicology, 3rd Edition
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Introduction to Biochemical Toxicology
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Over the past several decades, biochemical toxicology has contributed greatly to the advancement of scientific disciplines ranging from medicine and pharmacology to environmental science and industrial hygiene. In its never-ending quest to define the biochemical, cellular, and molecular events occurring when toxicants interact with organisms, biochemical toxicology provides the rational basis for, among other things, our understanding of acute and chronic toxic processes, the development of new therapies, the determination of toxic hazards, and the development of medical and agricultural biocides.
Recent applications of new molecular and cellular techniques have greatly expanded our knowledge of how toxicants produce their adverse effects. As a consequence, the time has come for a substantial revision of Professor Ernest Hodgson's classic reference in the field. This Third Edition now contains updated overview chapters on immunochemical and molecular techniques. It also features entirely new chapters covering such crucial topics as immunotoxicology, cutaneous toxicology, reproductive and developmental toxicology, and molecular epidemiology.

Veterinary Clinical Pathology: An Introduction

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Veterinary Clinical Pathology: An Introduction
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Forensic Human Identification: An Introduction

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Forensic Human Identification: An Introduction
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