1.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910337483703321

Titolo

Diagnosis and Management of Mitochondrial Disorders / / edited by Michelangelo Mancuso, Thomas Klopstock

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2019

ISBN

3-030-05517-5

Edizione

[1st ed. 2019.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (382 pages)

Disciplina

572.869

616.07

Soggetti

Neurology

Human genetics

Internal medicine

Human Genetics

Internal Medicine

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references.

Nota di contenuto

Mitochondrial Medicine: an Historical Point of View,- Mitochondrial Biology and Function -- Mitochondrial Genetics -- Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes (MELAS Syndrome) -- Myoclonic Epilepsy with Ragged Red Fibers (MERRF Syndrome) -- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) -- Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia (PEO) -- Leigh Syndrome -- Mitochondrial Depletion Syndromes -- Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy (MNGIE) -- Mitochondrial Neurodegenerative Disorders I: Dementia and Parkinsonisms -- Mitochondrial Neurodegenerative Disorders II: Ataxia & Dystonia, Leukidystrophies -- Mitochondria & Heart -- Mitochondria & Liver -- Mitochondria & Respiratory Involvement -- Mitochondrial Endocrinology -- Diagnostic Approach to Mitochondrial Disease -- Mitochondrial Replacement Approaches -- Exercise/Training -- Mitochondrial Symptomatic Treatments -- Experimental Therapies.

Sommario/riassunto

This book will help readers navigate the complexity of mitochondrial disorders, by addressing the role of mitochondrial dysfunction and the



complex pathophysiological mechanisms associated with a growing number of illnesses, not only of neurological interest. Further, it provides updated concepts on genotype-phenotype correlations, clinical syndromes, diagnostic algorithms and therapies. Written by the world’s foremost mitochondrial researchers, the book comprehensively presents the state-of-the-art in mitochondrial medicine, making it of interest to a wide variety of specialists, including neurologists, geneticists, internists and biologists.

2.

Record Nr.

UNINA9911049069403321

Autore

Mutinta Given Chigaya

Titolo

An African Perspective on Environmental Communication : Advocating for Sustainable Environmental Communication in Africa / / by Given Mutinta

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer Nature Switzerland : , : Imprint : Palgrave Macmillan, , 2025

ISBN

3-032-05052-9

Edizione

[1st ed. 2025.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (234 pages)

Collana

Social Sciences Series

Disciplina

333.72014

Soggetti

Environmental sciences - Social aspects

Human geography

Communication in the environmental sciences

Environmental geography

Environmental Social Sciences

Human Geography

Environmental Communication

Integrated Geography

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Chapter 1: Introduction to environmental communication -- Chapter 2: Environmental challenges in Africa -- Chapter 3: The role of the traditional media in environmental communication -- Chapter 4: The role of the indigenous African communication methods in environment



communication -- Chapter 5: Challenges and opportunities for environmental communication -- Chapter 6: Stakeholder engagement in environmental communication -- Chapter 7: The role of environmental communication in environmental education -- Chapter 8: The importance of monitoring and evaluating environmental communication programmes -- Chapter 9: Conclusions, policy and recommendations to stakeholders for environmental communication.

Sommario/riassunto

This book delves into the intricate relationship between environmental challenges and communication strategies in Africa. It delves into the history of environmental communication, the factors that led to its emergency, the role of traditional and social media in disseminating information, and indigenous communication methods used by African communities. The book also highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement and the role of environmental communication in environmental education. Besides, the book explores importance and ways of monitoring and evaluating environmental communication programmes. It also provides practical recommendations for policymakers, stakeholders, and communication professionals. The book equips readers with the tools to effectively communicate about environmental issues in Africa, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding how communication can drive positive change for the environment. Given Mutinta is an Associate Professor at the Department of Media and Communication Studies at Nelson Mandela University. He has two Doctorates from both the University of KwaZulu-Natal. He teaches several courses in Media and Communication Studies, and Research Methodology. His research focuses on the use of action research approaches and communication-centred approach to advance knowledge and practice in media and communication studies.