Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health
Title | Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health PDF eBook |
Author | Institute of Medicine |
Publisher | National Academies Press |
Total Pages | 287 |
Release | 2001-07-02 |
Genre | Medical |
ISBN | 0309132975 |
It's obvious why only men develop prostate cancer and why only women get ovarian cancer. But it is not obvious why women are more likely to recover language ability after a stroke than men or why women are more apt to develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus. Sex differences in health throughout the lifespan have been documented. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health begins to snap the pieces of the puzzle into place so that this knowledge can be used to improve health for both sexes. From behavior and cognition to metabolism and response to chemicals and infectious organisms, this book explores the health impact of sex (being male or female, according to reproductive organs and chromosomes) and gender (one's sense of self as male or female in society). Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health discusses basic biochemical differences in the cells of males and females and health variability between the sexes from conception throughout life. The book identifies key research needs and opportunities and addresses barriers to research. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health will be important to health policy makers, basic, applied, and clinical researchers, educators, providers, and journalists-while being very accessible to interested lay readers.
Biological Collections
Title | Biological Collections PDF eBook |
Author | National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine |
Publisher | National Academies Press |
Total Pages | 245 |
Release | 2021-01-29 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 0309498538 |
Biological collections are a critical part of the nation's science and innovation infrastructure and a fundamental resource for understanding the natural world. Biological collections underpin basic science discoveries as well as deepen our understanding of many challenges such as global change, biodiversity loss, sustainable food production, ecosystem conservation, and improving human health and security. They are important resources for education, both in formal training for the science and technology workforce, and in informal learning through schools, citizen science programs, and adult learning. However, the sustainability of biological collections is under threat. Without enhanced strategic leadership and investments in their infrastructure and growth many biological collections could be lost. Biological Collections: Ensuring Critical Research and Education for the 21st Century recommends approaches for biological collections to develop long-term financial sustainability, advance digitization, recruit and support a diverse workforce, and upgrade and maintain a robust physical infrastructure in order to continue serving science and society. The aim of the report is to stimulate a national discussion regarding the goals and strategies needed to ensure that U.S. biological collections not only thrive but continue to grow throughout the 21st century and beyond.
Biological Report
Title | Biological Report PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 132 |
Release | 1984 |
Genre | |
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Chemical and Biological Defense Program Annual Report to Congress
Title | Chemical and Biological Defense Program Annual Report to Congress PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 286 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Biological warfare |
ISBN |
Chemical and Biological Defense Program annual report to Congress (2000)
Title | Chemical and Biological Defense Program annual report to Congress (2000) PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | DIANE Publishing |
Total Pages | 272 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 1428980997 |
This Annual Report of the Department of Defense (DOD) Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) provides information in response to several reporting requirements. First, this report is provided in accordance with 50 U.S. Code Section 1523. (The complete reporting requirement is detailed at Annex L) This report is intended to assess: (1) the overall readiness of the Armed Forces to fight in a chemical biological (CB) warfare environment and steps taken and planned to be taken to improve such readiness; and, (2) requirements for the chemical and biological warfare defense program, including requirements for training, detection, and protective equipment, for medical prophylaxis, and for treatment of casualties resulting from use of chemical and biological weapons. The CBDP provides an integrated collection of chemical and biological defense systems to U.S. forces. The overall readiness of U.S. forces is dependent on many factors. One key factor is the availability of equipment. Chapter 2 summarizes equipment requirements and the status of research, development, test and evaluation (RDT & E) and acquisition efforts across all capability areas. Chapter 3 details the logistics status of CB defense systems. The overall logistical readiness status of the Department's CB defense equipment has improved slightly. Several factors have had an adverse effect on the overall DOD readiness and sustainment status: increased demands by the Services for some CB defense equipment; the increased overall Service requirements in order to support operations in Iraq and Afghanistan; the reorganization and the approved strength increase of the Army; and equipment modernization efforts in all of the Services. Another key factor in overall readiness is the education, training, and exercises conducted by U.S. forces to remain prepared for chemical and biological threats. Education, training, and exercises are detailed in Chapter.
Research Involving Human Biological Materials: Report and recommendations of the National Bioethics Advisory Commission
Title | Research Involving Human Biological Materials: Report and recommendations of the National Bioethics Advisory Commission PDF eBook |
Author | United States. National Bioethics Advisory Commission |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 142 |
Release | 1999 |
Genre | Bioethics |
ISBN |
Biological and Medical Research Division Quarterly Report
Title | Biological and Medical Research Division Quarterly Report PDF eBook |
Author | Argonne National Laboratory. Division of Biological and Medical Research |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 148 |
Release | 1956 |
Genre | Radiobiology |
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