Q&A: Medical Hypotheses 2.0

Q&A: Medical Hypotheses 2.0
William Bains, a member of the editorial board, talks about the big mistake he believes Elsevier is making, and why many members of the board plan to resign in response

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The 2009-2014 World Outlook for Medical Biotechnology

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This econometric study covers the world outlook for medical biotechnology across more than 200 countries. For each year reported, estimates are given for the latent demand, or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.), for the country in question (in millions of U.S. dollars), the percent share the country is of the region and of the globe. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a country vis-à-vis others. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each country and across countries, latent demand estimates are created. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved. This study does not report actual sales data (which are simply unavailable, in a comparable or consistent manner in virtually all of the 230 countries of the world). This study gives, however, my estimates for the worldwide latent demand, or the P.I.E., for medical biotechnology. It also shows how the P.I.E. is divided across the world’s regional and national markets. For each country, I also show my estimates of how the P.I.E. grows over time (positive or negative growth). In order to make these estimates, a multi-stage methodology was employed that is often taught in courses on international strategic planning at graduate schools of business.

The 2009-2014 World Outlook for Medical Biotechnology

Clostridia-Biotechnology and Medical Applications

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In the public eye, bacteria of the genus Clostridium are often misconceived as being a biological threat and thus a foe to mankind. However, only a few of the more than 150 validly described clostridial species produce potent natural toxins, such as botulinum or tetanus. Furthermore, even these have since become valuable tools in the treatment of severe diseases.
Clostridia belong to the avant-garde of biotechnologically important microbes. In the past, they were used for the production of industrial solvents, indigo dyeing, and flax retting. Nowadays, they exhibit enormous potential as producers of industrially important enzymes and in biotechnological processes such as the cleaning-up of dumping sites or raw oil recovery. Therapeutic applications are, for example, the treatment of muscle spasms and cancer therapy.
This book will correct the misconception of generally “bad” clostridia by providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview, while also detailing applications of these bacteria, whether already in use or soon to be introduced in the fields of biotechnology and medicine.

Clostridia-Biotechnology and Medical Applications

The Aspergilli: Genomics, Medical Aspects, Biotechnology, and Research Methods

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With high-quality genome sequences for the important and ubiquitous Aspergilli now available, increased opportunities arise for the further understanding of its gene function, interaction, expression, and evolution. The Aspergilli: Genomics, Medical Aspects, Biotechnology, and Research Methods provides a comprehensive analysis of the research that reveals the main biological attributes of these species. The co-editors are a particularly proficient and prolific pair with long track records of scientific productivity.

The book sets the stage with a discussion of basic biology, examining the data on the structure of genomes and comparing the genetic map and annotation methodology. It includes a comparison of metabolic abilities among different Aspergillus spp. and other species, then covers areas such as comparative biology, pathogenic properties, and metabolic capabilities of the Aspergilli. The book reviews established techniques and new methodologies for the post-genomic era in Aspergillus spp. It comes with a CD containing color illustrations to supplement the text.

Filling the need for centralized information on a genus that has important economic impacts on agriculture, human health, industry, and pharmacology, the book presents a wide range of data, collected and arranged into one convenient resource. Written by a team of international experts, this is the first in-depth and exhaustive analysis of the genomics of the Aspergilli.

The Aspergilli: Genomics, Medical Aspects, Biotechnology, and Research Methods

Computational Methods in Biophysics, Biomaterials, Biotechnology and Medical Systems: Algorithm Development, Mathematical Analysis and DiagnosticsVolume … MethodsVolume IV: Diagnostic Methods

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The cross-disciplinary pursuits between modern technology, their computations and applications to the human body have exploded because of rapid developments in computer technology and mathematical computational techniques. This four-volume set, Computational Methods in Biomaterials, Biotechnology and Biomedical Systems, represents the first multi-volume treatment of this significant subject on the international scene. The work is an indispensable reference source by leading researchers, and is essential reference work for academics, practitioners, students and researchers working with: + Computers in Medicine, + Science and Mathematics in Biomaterials, Biomechanics and Bioengineering, + Computational Biophysics. Volume Synopsis: Volume 1: Algorithm Techniques The first volume begins logically with algorithmic techniques and their application in medical imaging procedures Electrocardiography (ECG) and Magnetoencephalography (MEG): modeling techniques used in data rich biomechanics and biomedical environments; and specific coverage of artificial neural networks for rehabilitation and DNA sequence analysis. Volume 2: Computational Methods Volume 2 presents computational methods across a broad array of subjects, from bone implants and wound healing to temperature driven physiological reactions of arms and legs; from spatial pattern analysis and binocular fixation systems to telerobotic surgery; and computer design and manufacturing systems in biomedicine. Volume 3: Mathematical Analysis Methods This volume focuses on methods of mathematical analysis, starting with medical imaging. Then to biological modeling for applications to blood flow, neuranatomy and motion analysis of tumors and metastases; mathematical methods related to Doppler examination of the heart, blood pressure drugs and knee implants; and closing with biosignal interchange formats and boundary element methods for biological systems. Volume 4: Diagnostic Methods This volume presents a rich variety of diagnostic methods and techniques derived from results of the earlier volumes. From analytical to heuristic to modern methods of artificial intelligence, a significant summary is provided on the essential role computational methods play in medical systems.

Computational Methods in Biophysics, Biomaterials, Biotechnology and Medical Systems: Algorithm Development, Mathematical Analysis and DiagnosticsVolume … MethodsVolume IV: Diagnostic Methods

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