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.

UNINA9910454994803321

Titolo

Deregulation and development in Indonesia [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Farrukh Iqbal and William E. James

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Westport, Conn., : Praeger, c2002

ISBN

0-313-00685-7

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (205 p.)

Altri autori (Persone)

IqbalFarrukh

JamesWilliam E

Disciplina

338.9598

Soggetti

Deregulation - Indonesia

Trade regulation - Indonesia

Industrial policy - Indonesia

Investments - Government policy - Indonesia

Electronic books.

Indonesia Economic policy Congresses

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; 1 Deregulation and Development in Indonesia: An Introductory Overview; 2 The Evolution of Economic Policy Reform: Determinants, Sequencing and Reasons for Success; 3 Foreign Investment Policy: Evolution and Characteristics; 4 Deregulation and Total Factor Productivity: 1985-1992; 5 The Determinants of Indonesia's Non-Oil Exports; 6 The Impact of Deregulation on the



Manufacturing Sector; 7 The Impact of Deregulation on Employment and Earnings; 8 Sulawesi's Cocoa Boom: Lessons of Smallholder Dynamism and Hands-off Policy; 9 Costs and Benefits of Soymeal Deregulation

10 The Indonesian Cement Industry: A Case for Modified Regulation11 Distributional Impact of Government Policies in the Sugar Sector; 12 The Impact of Regional Trade Deregulation on Selected APEC Countries and Indonesia; 13 Economic Reforms During the Crisis and Beyond; Index; About the Editors and Contributors