This invaluable reference handbook describes the fundamental principles and procedures underlying the successful isolation of viable, functionally intact hematopoietic and lymphoid cells, and their maintenance as primary cultures. The text provides technical information on the signals and mediators required for the differentiation and growth of these cells, and is designed for laboratory investigators with limited practical experience in cell culture. Chapters discuss dendritic cells, T and B lymphocytes, monocytes and macrophages, NK and LAK cells, mast cells and basophils, hematopoietic differentiation of embryonal stem cells, and the culturing of murine thymic explants. Each chapter has been written by experts who have practical experience of the techniques discussed to provide tips for avoiding common pitfalls, and sharing insight into the fundamental questions in cell biology and immunology addressed using each cell culture model.
Cell Communication: Understanding How Information Is Stored and Used in Cells
This clear and succinct book focuses on the fundamentals of how cells respond to their changing environment. The main forms of cell signaling--"paracrine signaling, the release of hormones, electrical signals, and direct cell-to-cell contact--"is explained. Detailed illustrations and sidebars with additional information help explain and clarify these forms of cell communication. Finally, students will learn how the genetic information stored in each cell's DNA is used to direct these communication processes.
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The Silicon Eye: How a Silicon Valley Company Aims to Make All Current Computers, Cameras, and Cell Phones Obsolete
"The Silicon Eye" is a rollicking narrative of some of the smartest--and most colorful--people on earth and their race to transform an entire industry. Foveon's plan is to make all current computers, cameras, and cell phones obsolete.
The Silicon Eye: How a Silicon Valley Company Aims to Make All Current Computers, Cameras, and Cell Phones Obsolete
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Sleeper Cell
"Sleeper Cell" takes viewers behind the veil of a U.S. home-grown terrorist group, tracking the harrowing challenges faced by a FBI agent determined to learn it's secrets. Having posed as a prisoner inside a federal penitentiary, a young agent (Michael Ealy) develops contacts that enable him to infiltrate an Islamic terrorist cell in Los Angeles. The cell is led by an intimidating, charismatic extremist (Oded Fehr), who considers all acts of violence moral when serving the greater good of his cause. But early in the investigation something goes wrong, placing lives - and the integrity of a three-year mission - in serious jeopardy.
Sleeper Cell
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