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This book provides state-of-the-art insight into Tight Junctions (TJs), the intersection of epithelial and endothelial cells in various tissues. Opening with an analysis of the evolutionary development of a transporting epithelium in early metazoans, the book describes current understanding of TJ structure and function information, including evidence supporting the presence of ion channels within TJs. Also deals with TJs of central nervous system myelin and at the blood brain barrier.
As the first detailed overview of the subject, Tight Junctions brought together diverse perspectives from leading investigators to provide a multidisciplinary overview of the field. Since its publication in 1992, there has been an explosion of information about tight junctions, particularly in the area of molecular structure, cell and molecular bio
The objective in editing this volume was twofold: to provide a reasoned overview of the field as well as to furnish one that provided this overview within the context of the intellectual boundaries of those who initially attempted to define the purview of gap junction research. The latter objective has been realized by selecting the topics for review in this volume. The former objective was achieved by securing the cooperation of leaders in their fields as chapter co-authors.
Examines administration of Government program to supply petroleum and petroleum products to Western European nations whose oil supply was curtailed due to the Suez Canal blockage. Also assesses impact of this program on domestic petroleum production, consumption, prices, and defense requirements. Includes "Energy Consumption in the U.S.," by Florida Power and Light Co., Jan. 1957 (p. 158-211).
Reports of the beneficial health effects of some peptides have begun to make their way into the scientific literature. Peptides can act as immunomodulators, and have been shown to have a positive influence on calcium absorption, and on regulation of serum cholesterol. A number of peptides may also possess antimicrobial properties that enhance the b
This title contains comprehensive reviews of novel information in intestinal transport, including control of nutrition in gene regulation. There are diagrammatic representations of key concepts and processes. Additionally, this volume offers new insight at a molecular level into the basis of intestinal disease. The topics covered in this book also relate to other epithelial organs such as the lungs, kidney, and biliary system.