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Immunochemical Methods for Environmental Analysis Important advances in the field are examined in this n e w text that focuses on the use of immunoassays in environmental monitoring and quality control including regulatory aspects. Eighteen chapters are divided into three sections covering immunoassay evaluation guidelines, academic advances in immunoassay technology, and immunoassay activities in industry. Jeanette M. Van Emon and Ralph O. Mumma, Editors ACS Symposium Series No. 442 239 pages (1990) Cloth ISBN 0-8412-1875-7 $49.95
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Insect Neuropeptides Chemistry, Biology, and Action This n e w volume assesses the state of research in insect neuropeptides and identifies promising directions for future work. Its 22 chapters present information on developmental
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Microbes and Microbial Products as Herbicides Multidisciplinary in scope, this handy reference presents, summarizes, reviews, and updates research in this growing field. Eighteen chapters cover chemistry and biochemistry of microbial-plant interactions, pathogens with potential as herbicides, and formulation and commercialization of microbes as bioherbicides. Also discusses soil microbes and genetic aspects of pathogens for w e e d control. Robert E. Hoagland, Editor ACS Symposium Series No. 439 352 pages (1990) Cloth ISBN 0-8412-1865-X $79.95
Metal-DNA Chemistry This book's eleven chapters provide an examination of the application of metal chemistry to molecular biology as well as a review of recent research results. It includes thorough coverage of such topics as the development and use of metal complexes as tools in molecular biology, the involvement of metal ions in genetic regulation, and the importance of metal-based drugs in the treatment of cancer. Thomas D. Tullius, Editor ACS Symposium Series No. 402 224 pages (1989) Cloth ISBN 0-8412-1660-6 $49.95
Enzymes in Biomass Conversion Offering recent worldwide developments, internationally known scientists report on enzymes that are potentially important to large-scale commercial biochemical processes. Chapters cover basic knowledge of w h a t enzymes are available, w h a t their properties are, and how best to use them. In addition to recommending future research, this volume describes specific enzyme applications, methods of
This state-of-the-art text focuses on the potential of nucleotides to exert potent in vivo antiviral effects. It presents the findings of an international group of scientists w h o are carrying out research at the forefront of nucleotide drug design. Twelve chapters detail many n e w concepts and results, many of which have been previously unpublished. John C. Martin, Editor ACS Symposium Series No. 401 175 pages (1989) Cloth ISBN 0-8412-1659-2 $44.95
Biotechnology of Amylodextrin Oligosaccharides In this insightful volume, world-renowned leaders in the field report on the many facets of a family of naturally derived materials that have the potential to provide an abundant and economic resource for decades to come. The book addresses this potential utility in detail, looking first at the basic biochemical aspects of t h e s e carbohydrate biopolymers. This volume also discusses specific fields of utility for these polysaccharide biopolymers and examines the application of specific n e w analytical tools that are essential to adequately characterize t h e s e n e w types of materials. Robert B. Friedman, Editor ACS Symposium Series No. 458 348 pages (1991) Cloth ISBN 0-8412-1993-1 $84.95
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