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Stem Cells and Bone Tissue

Enser’s Filmed Books and Plays A List of Books and Plays from which Films have been Made 1928-2001

Bone Histology An Anthropological Perspective

Bone Histology An Anthropological Perspective

A broad understanding of bone and tooth microstructure is necessary for constructing the biological profile of an individual or individuals within a population. Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective brings together authors with extensive experience and expertise in various aspects of hard tissue histology to provide a comprehensive discussion of the application of methods current theories and future directions in hard tissue research related to anthropological questions. Topics discussed include:The biology underlying skeletal growth and development leading to adult skeletal morphologyCurrent research in understanding in bone modelingHistological features of dental hard tissues and their utility in biological anthropologyHistological analysis as a means to differentiate human from nonhuman bone and for the purpose of age estimationThe biomechanics of cortical boneHistotaphonomy and how postmortem microstructural change can be used for taphonomic inquiryThe application of light microscopy in paleopathology to classify pathological conditionsThe histological study of bone tissue of archaeological originResearchers’ access to collections of bone samples with known demographic informationTechnological aspects of hard tissue histology including laboratory requirements and high-resolution imagingIn most cases the physical remains of humans available to bioarchaeologists paleopathologists and paleontologists are limited to skeletal material. Fortunately these hard tissues are a storehouse of information about biological processes experienced during the life of an individual. This volume provides an overview of the current state of research and potential applications in anthropology and other fields that employ a histological approach to the study of hard tissues. | Bone Histology An Anthropological Perspective

GBP 74.99
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Comparative Bone Identification Human Subadult and Nonhuman - A Field Guide

Comparative Bone Identification Human Subadult and Nonhuman - A Field Guide

Building on the success and maintaining the format of Comparative Bone Identification: Human Subadult and Non-Human (ISBN: 9780367777883) Comparative Bone Identification: Human Subadult and Non-Human – A Field Guide presents new images of human bones representing many states of maturation from neonate to 20 years old in comparison to a variety of animal species’ bones. Highly illustrated the book takes a visual approach and provides full annotations pointing out salient features of the most commonly discovered bones. This includes smaller bones of fetuses and subadult humans in comparison to bones of birds reptiles marine mammals fish and a frog that human bones may most be confused with. Full-color photos provide clear examples for use by law enforcement medicolegal death investigators forensic anthropologists students and readers who wish to distinguish between human bones and those of a variety of animal species. The book is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to human and nonhuman skeletons. It offers myriad photos and illustrations to help aid in identification and avoid some of the more commonly confused animal bones for human. The book begins with an introduction section on general osteology and explains the major anatomical differences between humans and other animals. The second section compares human and nonhuman bones categorized by type of bone and includes most of the major bones in humans and nonhumans. The third section presents of radiographs illustrated documented age in humans. Conveniently designed for field use Comparative Bone Identification: Human Subadult to Nonhuman – A Field Guide offers users a practical comparative guide that presents the differences among species for nearly all bones in the body. The book serves as a valuable resource of easy-to-access information to investigators and forensic anthropologists for use in the laboratory or in the field. | Comparative Bone Identification Human Subadult and Nonhuman - A Field Guide

GBP 56.99
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Literature for Young Adults Books (and More) for Contemporary Readers

Literature for Young Adults Books (and More) for Contemporary Readers

Now in its second edition this book explores a great variety of genres and formats of young adult literature while placing special emphasis on contemporary works with nontraditional themes protagonists and literary conventions that are well suited to young adult readers. It looks at the ways in which contemporary readers can access literature and share the works they're reading and it shows teachers the resources that are available especially online for choosing and using good literature in the classroom and for recommending books for their students’ personal reading. In addition to traditional genre chapters this book includes chapters on literary nonfiction; poetry short stories and drama; and film. Graphic novels diversity issues and uses of technology are also included throughout the text. The book's discussion of literary language—including traditional elements as well as metafictive terms—enables readers to share in a literary conversation with their peers (and others) when communicating about books. This book is an essential resource for preservice educators to help young adults understand and appreciate the excellent literature that is available to them. New to the second edition: New popular authors books and movies with a greater focus on diversity of literature Updated coverage of new trends such as metafiction a renewed focus on nonfiction and retellings of canonical works Increased attention to graphic novels and multimodal texts throughout the book eResources with downloadable materials including book lists awards lists and Focus Questions | Literature for Young Adults Books (and More) for Contemporary Readers

GBP 48.99
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The Shadow Cabinet in British Politics