Reproduction

Much has been written about twins. Very little, however, is about their everyday lives. Scientifically based, but warmly human in content, this fascinating longitudinal study follows the development and behavior of thirty pairs of twins from their early life in the womb through to their third birthd... More

Extensively revised and updated to reflect the current state of knowledge in the study of aging, the third edition of the bestselling Physiological Basis of Aging and Geriatrics provides an even more complete profile of the aging of individuals and populations. It includes aspects of demographic, co... More

Recognizing the urgent need for an up-to-date review of new and innovative research on growth hormone (GH) secretagogues, this exclusive work furnishes the state of the art on the mechanisms of action, design, synthesis, evaluation, and clinical applications of GH secretagogues, including orally act... More

"Technologies of Procreation" brings a fresh approach to the analysis of the social and cultural implications of assisted conception technologies. It explores how these techniques create the potential for a redefinition of relationships, because it is now possible to create life on behalf of another... More

Bridging the gap between basic science and clinical practice, An Atlas of Human Reproductive Function is a comprehensive compilation of three-dimensional color images of various reproductive functions. Obtained using the most advanced transmission and high-resolution scanning electron microscopy tec... More

The aim of this book on Reproductive Biology is to put researchers and students engaged indifferent areas of research on a common platform so as to be benefited by thecurrent state of knowledge in the field of reproduction. In order to review theexplosion of scientific knowledge and progress made du... More

This important new volume provides a wide-ranging and authoritative account of the uterus and its physiological role in fertility, normal pregnancy and delivery. Acknowledged authorities from around the world discuss a wealth of material including cell and developmental biology, structure, function,... More

In a groundbreaking new work based on her in-depth reporting from around the world, an award-winning journalist offers a comprehensive investigation of how cutting-edge reproductive technologies are revolutionizing the American family and, ultimately, the destiny of the human species.Skyrocketing in... More

This introductory textbook examines the issues of human reproduction common to a variety of advanced school and beginning university courses. It covers in detail the physiology of the human reproductive system, the production of gametes, fertilisation, pregnancy, birth, lactation and contraception. ... More

Forget worries about cloning people. In the future, technological advances will bring far more meaningful and controversial changes to our offspring.As scientists rapidly improve their ability to identify, screen and manipulate genes, people will want to protect their future children from diseases, ... More

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An authority on the legal and ethical ramifications of reproductive technology discusses the history of biotechnology, the future of genetic research, and related moral issues... More

FROM THE FOREWORD by James Birren: ""Gaining understanding of aging is one of the most complex issues facing twenty-first century science. This book addresses the complexity of the factors that interact and influence the course of our longer life expectancy....How we humans grow old is a product of ... More

An exploration of the increasingly pervasive role of technology in how children are brought into and raised in our society. From the uses of sperm banks, IVF, surrogacy, DES, ultrasound, amniocentesis, and epidurals to juvenile computer hackers, CYBORG BABIES discusses how contemporary children are ... More

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