Published February, 2008
By Jonathan J. Li, Sara A. Li, Henri Rochefort, Suresh Mohla and Thierry Maudelonde
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
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Information gathered from cell-free systems, cell cultures, animal models, and human studies, together provide important insights to our understanding of hormonal cancer causation, development, and prevention; The emerging fields of colon, lung, and pancreatic cancers in relation to hormones are examined.

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Published February, 2008
By Andrea E. Dunaif, R.Jeffrey Chang, Stephen Franks, Richard S. Legro, R. Jeffrey Chang and Andrea Dunaif
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Endocrinology
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This volume includes the latest diagnostic criteria for PCOS and comprises the most up-to-date information about the genetic features and pathogenesis of PCOS. The book also discusses additional familial phenotypes of PCOS and their potential genetic basis.

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Published February, 2008
By Abraham Weizman and Michael S. Ritsner
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
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This book provides an up-to-date overview of the role of neurosteroids and neuroactive steroids in the regulation of brain processes and neuropsychiatric disorders. It addresses the neurosteroid function in brain development and plasticity, in both the normal and the pathological brain.

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Published February, 2008
By Akira Miyazaki and Michio Imawari
Publisher: Springer (Springer Verlag, Japan)
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It is my great pleasure to publish New Frontiers in Lifestyle-Related Dis eases, the proceedings of the Showa University International Symposium for Life Sciences, 3rd Annual Meeting, held at Showa University on Sep tember 13, 2006.

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Published February, 2008
By Dana Dabelea and Georgeanna J. Klingensmith
Publisher: Taylor & Francis (CRC Press Inc)
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Epidemiology of Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes

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Published February, 2008
By Aaron I. Vinik and Derek LeRoith
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Endocrinology
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This book addresses diabetes controversies, specifically in the management of etiology and the disease itself. The volume covers commonly accepted forms of therapies and complications, as well as new and emerging advances and therapies and inadequacies in several standard treatments.

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Published January, 2008
By Gustavo Duque and Douglas P. Kiel
Publisher: Springer (Springer London Ltd)
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The book summarizes recent advances in the elucidation of the mechanisms involved in senile osteoporosis as well as its potential treatment, bringing an integrated approach from the bench to the clinical practice. A unique aspect of this book is its emphasis on the application of translational research in the field of osteoporosis and falls.

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Published January, 2008
By Alex F. Roche
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Growth, Maturation and Body Composition documents one of the most remarkable and significant studies in the field of human biology. The Fels Longitudinal Study is the longest, largest and most productive serial study of human growth, maturation and body composition.

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Published January, 2008
By George A. Bray and Barbara C. Hansen
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Endocrinology
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This book covers the most important clinical and bench science aspects of metabolic syndrome. It will be of value to all of those seeking a comprehensive update on the metabolic syndrome. Furthermore, it will provide a broad basis for advancing research in the multiple intersecting disciplines encompassed by the metabolic syndrome.

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Published January, 2008
By Cheryle R. Hart, Mary Kay Grossman and Cheryle Hart
Publisher: McGraw-Hill (McGraw-Hill Contemporary)
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Shows you how to lose weight safely and easily, linking carbs and proteins to control blood sugar and insulin spikes. This book includes information on "good versus bad" fats, carbs, and more.

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