Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Vol. I, II and II

Editors - Per Svendsen Odense University, Denmark
Jann Hau The Royal Veterinary College, London, U.K.
2nd Edition

This three-volume set presents a comprehensive description of laboratory animal genetics, diseases, health monitoring, nutrition, and the environmental impact on animal testing. It considers the ethics of animal experimentation through a complete review of European and North American legislation on the topic. It discusses alternatives to animal experiments, including the use of isolated organs, cell cultures, and computer simulations.

The book also examines general methods, including experimental design and statistical evaluation, non-surgical and surgical techniques, anesthesia, and post-mortem examinations. Reviews of animal models for studying diseases of different organ systems, infectious diseases, cancer, and toxicology are featured as well.

Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Vol. I
Second Edition: Essential Principles and Practices
Volume I, 10/29/02
Jann Hau University of Uppsala, Sweden
Gerald L Van Hoosier, Jr. University of
Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA

The second edition of an international bestseller, this book provides veterinary specialists as well as veterinary and biomedical researchers with detailed information about laboratory animal genetics, diseases, health monitoring, nutrition, and environmental impact on animal experiments. Completely revised and updated. Volume I now contains expanded coverage of topics such as procedures in genetic engineering, surgical techniques, and humane endpoints and the treatment of pain and suffering in laboratory animals. It includes a new, streamlined chapter that combines the review of alternative techniques to animal experimentation such as the use of isolated organs, cell cultures, and computer simulations.

Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Vol. II
Second Edition: Animal Models

Volume II, 12/27/02
Jann Hau University of Uppsala, Sweden
Gerald L Van Hoosier, Jr. University of
Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA

Reviews the use of laboratory animals for the study of diseases of the different organ systems, infectious diseases, cancer, and toxicology.  Provides new chapters on animal models in immunology and immunodeficiency, parasitology, and genetic disorders Includes genetically engineered models when appropriate.  Expands coverage of animal models in psychological research.  Presents contributions from an internationally renowned team of authors.

Building upon the success of the bestselling Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volume II, this updated revision includes many new topics such as immunology and immunodeficiency, a new chapter on parasitology, and the use of lab animals in psychology.

Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Vol. III
Jann Hau, University of Copenhagen & Rigshhospitalet, Copenhagen N, DN
Gerald L Van Hoosier, Jr., University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
Publication Date: 11/29/2004
Number of Pages: 320

As with Volume II, this new volume addresses the development and application of models in different areas of biomedical research and details the criteria used to choose animal species and strains. The individual chapters focus on the use of laboratory animals as models for humans in a range of research disciplines, such as for the study of diseases of the different organ systems, for infectious diseases, and for human behavior. Each chapter can be read as a stand-alone text, although the entire handbook is an integrated work that provides an in-depth and extensive introduction to laboratory animal science.

With contributions from eminent scientists who share their knowledge and hands-on expertise from their own research, Volume III explains the many factors in choosing animal models and also probes the question of extrapolation of data to humans. It is a critical resource for veterinary and biomedical researchers, laboratory managers and administrators, and other laboratory animal professionals.
 

Model	Title	Price
LAS-I	Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volumes I, 2nd Edition	$152.95/Each
LAS-II	Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volumes II, 2nd Edition	$105.95/Each
LAS-III	Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volumes III, 2nd Edition	$105.95/Each

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Lewis Dictionary

Includes more than 40,000 environmental and medical terms!

Description

This reference contains a staggering number of well-researched and commonly used terms from toxicology and related fields. Scientists from virtually every environmentally oriented field, from chemistry to nursing to agriculture, will find what they need in this dictionary. It features vast coverage of terms, from chemical names and pathogenic terms to official abbreviations, environmental topics, and biological definitions. Each entry categorizes all major definitions and usage, with extensive cross-references for synonyms and related entries.

Some of the fields covered include:

	Agricultural Toxicology
	Aquatic Toxicology
	Biochemical Toxicology
	Clinical Toxicology
	Comparative Toxicology
	Ecotoxicology
	Embryotoxicology
	Environmental Toxicology
	Forensic Toxicology
	Genotoxicology
	Immunotoxicology
	Neurotoxicology
	Nutritional Toxicology
	Pharmacologic Toxicology
	Regulatory Toxicology
	Industrial Toxicology
	Veterinary Toxicology
	Zootoxicology
	Wildlife Toxicology

Including nearly every major technical toxicological term as applied to both human and environmental studies, the Dictionary of General and Environmental Toxicology is broader and more comprehensive than any other to date. It is based on terms found in more than 600 journals, 15,000 reprints of scientific papers, and numerous leading reference sources.

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Step-by-step recipes for success in assessments of cardiac function.

Volumes in the Methods in the Life Sciences--Methods in Pharmacology Series -Series Edited by John H. McNeill

Measurement of Cardiac Function

Author - John H. McNeill Professor and Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver

The latest, most innovative experimental techniques for understanding physiological and pathological cardiac regulation. These unique books are practical, accessible guides to the main experimental techniques and models used in examining in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro cardiac function in animals.  Step-by-step descriptions provide you with the recipe of each technique--setting up the technique, procurement of equipment, sample data, calculations and conversions, problems and trouble shooting, adapting to other species, modifications, and applicability. Straightforward descriptions, diagrams, flow charts and figures make the manuals easy to understand and use in the laboratory. Undoubtedly, these texts will be great assets to cardiovascular physiologists, pharmacologists, experimental cardiologists, and students of physiology and pharmacology.

An outstanding overview of the major in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro techniques used in understanding cardiac regulation Measurement of Cardiac Function presents detailed descriptions of how to set up and use several classical cardiac preparations from scratch. The preparations include whole heart, atrial, ventricular, and papillary muscles and in vivo small animal preparations. Methods for monitoring contraction and contractility are fully described. Flow charts and step-by-step instructions make it easy to understand, even for the first time investigator.

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Measurement of Cardiovascular Function

Author - John H. McNeill Professor and Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver

Description

Measurement of Cardiovascular Function answers the crucial need for a straightforward guide for cardiac researchers to develop techniques from scratch in the laboratory. The techniques detailed represent major models and methods used in assessing cardiac function in physiological and pathological conditions. The book presents in-depth descriptions of several sophisticated cardiac preparations and includes chapters on the lipid-perfused heart, metabolic measurements, models of arrhythmia, blood pressure monitoring, and models of hypertension.

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The Experimental Animal in Biomedical Research
An Overview by Species Vol.II

Editor - Bernard E. Rollin Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado

Description

This volume focuses on considerations that maximize both scientific benefit and animal well-being for major species of animals used in biomedical research. Each species is discussed in terms of:

	Uses in research
	Basic biology
	Husbandry requirements
	Proper handling
	Disease control
	Anesthesia
	Analgesia
	Stress control
	Natural behavior
	Behavioral needs
	Psychological needs
	Social needs and ideal environment for the animals.

This book is a must for anyone working with experimental animals.

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Principles of Experimental Design for the Life Sciences

Author - Murray R. Selwyn President, Statistics Unlimited, Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics Department, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts

Description

Let this down-to-earth book be your guide to the statistical integrity of your work. Without relying on the detailed and complex mathematical explanations found in many other statistical texts, Principles of Experimental Design for the Life Sciences teaches how to design, conduct, and interpret top-notch life science studies. Learn about the planning of biomedical studies, the principles of statistical design, sample size estimation, common designs in biological experiments, sequential clinical trials, high dimensional designs and process optimization, and the correspondence between objectives, design, and analysis. Each of these important topics is presented in an understandable and non-technical manner, free of statistical jargon and formulas. Written by a biostatistical consultant with 25 years of experience, Principles of Experimental Design for the Life Sciences is filled with real-life examples from the author's work that you can quickly and easily apply to your own. These examples illustrate the main concepts of experimental design and cover a broad range of application areas in both clinical and nonclinical research. With this one innovative, helpful book you can improve your understanding of statistics, enhance your confidence in your results, and, at long last, shake off those statistical shackles!

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