1.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910453878303321

Titolo

Annual review of gerontology and geriatrics . Volume 10 Special focus on the biology of aging [[electronic resource] /] / Vincent J. Cristofalo, special volume editor

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York, : Springer, c1990

ISBN

1-281-81831-3

9786611818319

0-8261-6488-9

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (240 p.)

Collana

Annual review of gerontology and geriatrics, , 0198-8794 ; ; v. 10, 1990

Altri autori (Persone)

CristofaloVincent J. <1933->

Disciplina

362.5

362.5/05

Soggetti

Aging - Physiological aspects

Geriatrics

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Contents; Foreword; Preface; Contributors; Forthcoming Contents, Volume 11; Chapter 1 Overview of Biological Mechanism of Aging; Chapter 2 Genetic Diseases of Premature Aging as Models of Senescence; Chapter 3 Growth Factors and Cell Aging; Chapter 4 Role of Endogenous Proteins as Negative Growth Modulators During In Vitro Cellular Aging of Human Diploid Fibroblasts; Chapter 5 T-Cell Function in Aging: Mechanisms of Decline; Chapter 6 Molecular Genetic Approaches to Mechanisms of Senescence; Chapter 7 Altered Protein Metabolism in Aging

Chapter 8 Mechanisms of Altered Hormone-Neurotransmitter Action During Aging: From Receptors to Calcium MobilizationChapter 9 Skeletal Muscle Weakness and Fatigue in Old Age: Underlying Mechanisms; Chapter 10 Vulnerability of Neuronal Cytoskeleton in Aging and Alzheimer Disease: Widespread Involvement of All Three Major Filament Systems; Chapter 11 Dietary Restriction as a Probe of Mechanisms of Senescence; Chapter 12 Role of Free Radicals in



Senescence; Index

Sommario/riassunto

This volume presents a clear, concise overview of the current state of knowledge about the biology of aging - serving as both an invaluable graduate-level text and a key reference for practicing professionals. Over a dozen distinguished contributors probe the latest developments in our knowledge of why people age and how the process works. These authoritative chapters are not just written for biologists - but for gerontologists in general. Marks the tenth anniversary of the Annual Review of Gerontology and Geriatrics.

2.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910966476903321

Autore

Burnett Rachel

Titolo

Outsourcing IT : the legal aspects : planning, contracting, managing and the law / / by Rachel Burnett

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Aldershot, Hants, England ; ; Burlington, VT, USA, : Gower, 2009

ISBN

1-315-59927-9

1-317-08452-7

1-317-08451-9

1-282-05440-6

9786612054402

0-7546-9415-1

Edizione

[2nd ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (255 p.)

Disciplina

343.41/07

343.4107

Soggetti

Computer contracts - Great Britain

Contracting out - Great Britain

Information technology - Great Britain

Computer contracts

Contracting out

Information technology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.



Nota di contenuto

Cover; Contents; Foreword to the Second Edition; Foreword to the First Edition; Preface to the Second Edition; Introduction; 1 Contract Planning, Structuring and Negotiating; 2 Selecting a Supplier; 3 Public Procurement; 4 Services and Service Level Agreements; 5 Business Assets: Premises and Equipment; 6 Human Resources; 7 Software; 8 Costs and Charges; 9 Management Liaison and Review; 10 Allowing for Change; 11 Confidentiality, Data Protection and Security; 12 Contract Duration, Termination and Transition Management; 13 Redressing Fault and Failure; 14 Offshore Outsourcing; 15 Conclusion

Index

Sommario/riassunto

Whether you are a supplier or a customer, it is vital to have a properly negotiated formal contract if you are entering into an outsourcing arrangement. A good contract needs careful planning and this book provides a comprehensive guide to the whole process. Well-planned and well-structured outsourcing arrangements, by well-informed and well-advised customers, are far more likely to work for both customer and supplier alike and Outsourcing IT: Planning, Contracting, Managing and the Law is the perfect place to start.