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Clonación y caracterización funcional de genes implicados en la acumulación de ácidos grasos poliinsaturados en aceites de semillas

Autor: Miguel Angel Vilches Ferron

Número de Páginas: 130

Este trabajo de investigación su fin último es la obtención de plantas oleaginosas transgénicas con una alta producción de los ácidos grasos gamma-linolénico (GLA) y octadecatetraenoico (OTA), los cuales poseen importantes aplicaciones terapéuticas y nutricionales. Las características productivas de esta planta transgénica, junto a la existencia de métodos eficientes en la obtención de los correspondientes aceites, permitirá disponer de una fuente económica, y por tanto rentable, para la purificación de GLA/OTA. El proyecto de tesis se centra en la clonación y caracterización funcional de genes que codifican enzimas claves tanto para la producción de dichos ácidos grasos, como es el caso de las delta-6-desaturasas (D6DES), como para la incorporación de los mismos a los triglicéridos que componen mayoritariamente el aceite de semillas, siendo éste el caso de la diacil-glicerol acil-transferasa (DAGAT). Estos genes se obtendrán a partir de ciertas especies del género Echium, caracterizadas por acumular importantes cantidades de GLA/OTA en sus semillas. El ácido gamma-linolénico (GLA, 18:3n6) es un ácido graso esencial de la serie omega-6. Por otra parte,...

Biotechnology in the Chemical Industry

Autor: Pratima Bajpai

Número de Páginas: 250

Biotechnology in the Chemical Industry: Towards a Green and Sustainable Future focuses on achievements and prospects for biotechnology in sustainable production of goods and services, especially those that are derived at present mostly from the traditional chemical industry. It considers the future impact of industrial biotechnology and lays out the major research areas which must be addressed to move from a flourishing set of scientific disciplines to a major contributor to a successful future knowledge-based economy. The book focuses on the research needed to underpin three broad topics: biomass, bio-processes and bio-products, including bio-energy. Readers, including advanced students, researchers, industry professionals, academics, analysts, consultants, and anyone else interested, or involved in biotechnology will find this book very informative. - Offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject for researchers interested in the biotechnological applications in chemical industry - Provides a state-of-the art update on the field - Presents the economic and ecological advantages of industrial biotechnology - Discusses efforts made by developing countries towards industrial...

Bioengineering and Molecular Biology of Plant Pathways

Número de Páginas: 479

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Sustainable Water Treatment and Ecosystem Protection Strategies

Autor: Hossein Hariri Asli , Tamara Tatrishvili , Ann Rose Abraham , A. K. Haghi

Número de Páginas: 389

This new reference book reports on research studies on sustainable water treatment and ecosystem protection strategies. It reviews new advances in pollution control and addresses the need to design greener water treatment systems to prevent water pollution from affecting ecosystems. The chapters explain the most recent practical techniques to be used for wastewater and water treatment. It also covers new insights in green technologies for a cleaner environment. More specifically, this volume describes in detail the consequences and outcome of increasing global water pollution and analyzes precaution measures for mitigation. By reporting on the latest new technological interventions for water and wastewater treatment methods, the chapters identify preventive measures to overcome water pollution along with perspectives on future trends and challenges to provide a better understanding into the development of green technologies that are very important for ensuring sustainability. This title also covers case studies that demonstrate practical applications and theories on water treatment and management of natural resources. This valuable reference book, Sustainable Water Treatment and...

Genetic Engineering: Principles and Methods

Autor: Jane K. Setlow

Número de Páginas: 305

Biotechnological Production of Plant Secondary Metabolites

Autor: Ilkay Erdogan Orhan

Número de Páginas: 262

Modern techniques have been developed to overcome problems associated with the extraction of natural products from plants. These techniques include production of secondary metabolites by biotechnological methods such as plant tissue culture and microbial

Filaments in Bioprocesses

Autor: Rainer Krull , Thomas Bley

Número de Páginas: 370

This book review series presents current trends in modern biotechnology. The aim is to cover all aspects of this interdisciplinary technology where knowledge, methods and expertise are required from chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, chemical engineering and computer science. Volumes are organized topically and provide a comprehensive discussion of developments in the respective field over the past 3-5 years. The series also discusses new discoveries and applications. Special volumes are dedicated to selected topics which focus on new biotechnological products and new processes for their synthesis and purification. In general, special volumes are edited by well-known guest editors. The series editor and publisher will however always be pleased to receive suggestions and supplementary information. Manuscripts are accepted in English.

Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

Autor: Atta-ur Rahman

Número de Páginas: 1023

This volume presents frontier reviews on recent developments on bioactive natural products in cutting-edge areas by eminent experts in their respective fields. Fourteen reviews treat diverse and different topics in natural products chemistry - basic ones, medicinally oriented ones, agro-oriented ones and ecologically oriented ones.It is an important addition to this important series on Natural Products Chemistry, generally acknowledged to be the leading series on this topic.

Progress in Molecular and Environmental Bioengineering

Autor: Angelo Carpi

Número de Páginas: 664

This book provides an example of the successful and rapid expansion of bioengineering within the world of the science. It includes a core of studies on bioengineering technology applications so important that their progress is expected to improve both human health and ecosystem. These studies provide an important update on technology and achievements in molecular and cellular engineering as well as in the relatively new field of environmental bioengineering. The book will hopefully attract the interest of not only the bioengineers, researchers or professionals, but also of everyone who appreciates life and environmental sciences.

Health-Promoting Components of Fruits and Vegetables in Human Health

Autor: M. Monica Giusti , Taylor C. Wallace

Número de Páginas: 337

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Health-Promoting Components of Fruits and Vegetables in Human Health" that was published in Nutrients

Horticultural Reviews, Volume 42

Autor: Jules Janick

Número de Páginas: 476

Horticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in horticultural science and technology covering both basic and applied research. Topics covered include the horticulture of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamentals. These review articles, written by world authorities, bridge the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of horticultural scientists and teachers.

Arachidonate Remodeling and Inflammation

Autor: Alfred N. Fonteh , Robert L. Wykle

Número de Páginas: 248

Arachidonic acid (AA) and other 20 or 22-carbon polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are precursors of lipid mediators of inflammation known as eicosanoids. These mediators are critical in disease processes and in regulating normal cell function. Remodeling is important in maintaining homeostasis and in regulating cell function by dictating how PUFAs are converted to lipid mediators of inflammation. Thus, PUFA remodeling is a critical process in the biosynthesis of a multitude of mediators, and understanding this process will unravel better therapeutic targets for controlling inflammatory diseases such as asthma and Alzheimer’s disease. AA metabolism is described in an integrated context linking the remodeling processes with the biosynthesis of mediators and diseases. By following the movement of the substrate (AA), the volume describes how upstream biosynthetic pathways influence the formation of lipid mediators of inflammation, showing the metabolic interrelationship between all AA-derived mediators.

Biotransformation of Waste Biomass into High Value Biochemicals

Autor: Satinder Kaur Brar , Gurpreet Singh Dhillon , Carlos Ricardo Soccol

Número de Páginas: 500

Agro-industrial wastes are end-products emerging after industrial processing operations and also from their treatment and disposal e.g. solid fruit wastes and sludge. The agro-industrial wastes are often present in multiphase and comprise multicomponent. Nevertheless, these wastes are a goldmine as they possess valuable organic matter which can be diverted towards high value products ranging from polymers to antibiotics to platform chemicals. There have been plenty of books published on bioenergy, enzymes and organic acids, among others. However, this emerging field of biochemical has not yet been covered so far which is an important entity of the biorefinery model from waste biomass and needs to be understood from fundamental, applied as well as commercial perspective which has been laid out in this book.

Sesame

Autor: Dorothea Bedigian

Número de Páginas: 567

The first comprehensive review of sesame and its close relative, Sesame: the genus Sesamum covers ethnographic data, modern use, linguistic analysis of sesame names from around the world, market size, export and import data, geographical sources, use in the food and cosmetic industries, and much more. The book includes a historical review of the genus Sesamum that reveals its place in present-day traditions and cultivation in Africa and Asia. Expanding coverage from archaeological and anthropological literature from India, Mesopotamia, and Egypt, this ethnobotanical monograph draws on folk sources, reviews the phytochemistry of Sesamum, and presents extensive references.

Natural Products and Cardiovascular Health

Autor: Catherina Caballero-george

Número de Páginas: 295

This unique volume provides the latest information on secondary metabolites obtained from selected organisms (plants or microorganisms) that have beneficial effects in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and an ability to offer protection against their progress. A detailed description of their source, chemistry and mechanism of action is provided, together with results of clinical studies. Here, a clear connection is made between chemical structures, in vitro studies and their clinical significance.The topic is extensive and the audience gains an understanding of the medicinal applications of these groups of secondary metabolites that have the potential to improve cardiovascular health. Features: The latest information on secondary metabolites with beneficial effects in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Written by an outstanding team of authors, their work provides new insights into the beneficial effects of different components present in well known plant products, evidencing their impressive cardiovascular effects. This volume discusses novel targets to screen for new drugs and the need for data obtained from clinical studies using natural products in order to...

Handbook of Industrial Biocatalysis

Autor: Ching T. Hou

Número de Páginas: 809

Until now, no comprehensive handbook on industrial biocatalysis has been available. Soliciting chapters on virtually every aspect of biocatalysis from international experts most actively researching the field, the Handbook of Industrial Biocatalysis fills this need. The handbook is divided into three sections based on types of substrates. T

The Castor Bean Genome

Autor: Chittaranjan Kole , Pablo Rabinowicz

Número de Páginas: 286

This book addresses various aspects of the current castor bean research, including genetics, biotechnology, comparative genomics, and more specific topics such as oil metabolism and the ricin toxin. It also presents the whole genome sequencing of the castor bean and its impact on the mining of gene families and future plant breeding. Castor bean (Ricinus communis), an oilseed plant, belongs to the Euphorbiaceae (spurge) family. It is a tropical and subtropical crop valued for the high quality and uniform nature of its oil, which is mostly composed of the uncommon fatty acid ricinoleate. Castor bean oil has important industrial applications for the production of lubricants, cosmetics, medicines, and specialty chemicals, and castor bean has also been proposed as a biodiesel crop that does not pose concerns regarding the “food versus fuel” debate. However, it accumulates the type 2 ribosome-inactivating protein ricin in its seeds, and health concernsposed by ricin’s high toxicity have prevented broader cultivation. Recently, there has been renewed interest in castor bean due to potential biosecurity issues.

Boletín oficial del estado: Gaceta de Madrid

Autor: Spain

Número de Páginas: 1296

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Autor: Mahabaleshwar V. Hegde , Anand Arvind Zanwar , Sharad P. Adekar

Número de Páginas: 611

This volume argues for the importance of essential nutrients in our diet. Over the last two decades there has been an explosion of research on the relationship of Omega-3 fatty acids and the importance of antioxidants to human health. Expert authors discuss the importance of a diet rich in Omega-3 Fatty acids for successful human growth and development and for the prevention of disease. Chapters highlight their contribution to the prevention and amelioration of a wide range of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, obesity, mental health and bone health. An indispensable text designed for nutritionists, dietitians, clinicians and health related professionals, Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Keys to Nutritional Health presents a comprehensive assessment of the current knowledge about the nutritional effects of Omega-3 fatty acids and their delivery in foods.

Microbiology of Extreme Environments and Its Potential for Biotechnology

Autor: Federation Of European Microbiological Societies. Symposium

Número de Páginas: 456

This text contains the Proceedings of the Federation of European Microbiological Societies Symposium held in Troia, Portugal, during 18-23 September 1988.

Microbiology Abstracts

Número de Páginas: 958

Ovarian Aging and Reproduction

Autor: Wenpei Xiang , Yingying Qin , Huai L. Feng , Jing Li

Número de Páginas: 313

The ovary plays a very significant role in aging. The regenerative capacity of stem cells is the key factor to promote healthy aging, and the stem cell viability would decline sharply after the reproductive period, especially in women. Except for stem cell aging and neuroendocrine aging, ovarian aging is also a hotspot in the field of aging research. Recent researches have investigated many factors affecting ovarian function or aging, in terms of gene mutation, epigenetic erosion, endocrine dysfunction and environment-dependent extrinsic factors. This Research Topic aims to explore in detail all the factors related to ovarian aging and female reproduction outcomes. We'll discuss various age-related molecules, such as P16, P21, etc., as well as mutations in premature aging genes, such as FSHR mutations, abnormalities in the mitochondrial respiratory chain, and redox imbalances that contribute to ovarian aging. Also, we are committed to addressing the relationship between female factors and reproductive outcomes. Besides, the discussion also focus on measures to delay ovarian aging, such as antioxidant drugs, mesenchymal stem cell therapy, ovarian tissue engineering exploration,...

Microbial Biotechnology in Food and Health

Autor: Ramesh C. Ray

Número de Páginas: 310

Microbial Biotechnology in Food and Health Science, volume one in the Applied Biotechnology Reviews series, offers two unique sections within the theme of genomics and bioprocessing and the bioengineering of microorganisms in the role of food science and human health. This volume provides review articles as the basis supporting biotechnological research useful to a wide scope of research initiatives. Important relevant information on genomics, proteomics and metabolomics are included as well as the emerging interdisciplinary area of synthetic biology which enables the metabolic engineering of microorganisms to produce pharmaceuticals. Applied Biotechnology Reviews is a series aimed at bringing all aspects of biotechnology as it is applied to food science – from agriculture through product processing into focus through topical volumes. Each volume will cover a relevant application approach in industrial biotechnology. - Covers the latest biotechnological research articles on applications of microbes for food and health science - Presents research articles to emphasize research methods and techniques useful for research outcomes - Analysis detoxification properties of...

Agrindex

Número de Páginas: 642

José Guerrero

Autor: José Guerrero , Elena Díaz Escudero

Número de Páginas: 292

Diez años después de que viera la luz la primera edición del catálogo razonado de la obra original de José Guerrero, presentamos el c atálogo razonado de su obra gráfica, indispensable para completar el conocimiento de la producción plástica del pintor.

Index Medicus

Número de Páginas: 2292

Vols. for 1963- include as pt. 2 of the Jan. issue: Medical subject headings.

Modern Design Technologies and Experiment for Advanced Manufacture and Industry

Autor: Chien Hung Liu

Número de Páginas: 1439

Selected paper from the 3rd International Conference on Engineering and Technology Innovation held in Kenting, Pingtung, Taiwan, R.O.C., October 31 – November 4, 2014

José Guerrero - the presence of black

Autor: José Guerrero

Número de Páginas: 406

Fertilization and Early Embryogenesis: From Research to Clinical Practice

Autor: Martin Anger , Katerina Komrskova , Jason Knott , Ahmed Balboula , Paolo Rinaudo

Número de Páginas: 177

Early embryo development in mammals begins with the recognition and fusion of gametes of both sexes, followed by a series of mitotic cell divisions. The gamete fusion results in the formation of totipotent cells, which are capable of developing into three basic cell lineages in mammals. These include the trophoblast, surrounding the embryo and facilitating communication with the mother, the epiblast which develops into the fetus, and the primitive endoderm which forms the yolk sac. Until implantation, the embryos undergo remarkable changes, including histone modifications, chromatin remodeling, epigenetic modifications of chromatin, the onset of transcription from the embryonic genome, and the first differentiation to the formation of the trilaminar disc, containing all primary cell lineages required for the formation of fetal tissues and organs. Remarkably, some of the most complex events of early development, such as fertilization, are achieved during complete transcriptional silencing. Another unique feature is how fast the development proceeds. In humans, reaching the stage of early gastrulation takes approximately two weeks.

Proceedings of the International Symposium on Biotechnology of Temperate Fruit Crops and Tropical Species

Autor: Richard E. Litz , Ralph Scorza

Número de Páginas: 796

Referativnyĭ Zhurnal

Número de Páginas: 946

Aparatología estética y electroestética

Autor: J. Ferrón Vilches

Número de Páginas: 222

Teatro español entre dos siglos a examen

Autor: José Romera Castillo

Número de Páginas: 412

Una vez más, tenemos entre manos un eslabón de una ya larga cadena de trabajos del profesor José Romera Castillo sobre estudios teatrales. Dentro de las ricas y variadas aportaciones, que van desde nuestro teatro áureo hasta la teatralidad más reciente, este examen, centrado en diversas producciones tanto textuales como espectaculares, de la segunda mitad del siglo XX y los inicios del XXI, se vislumbra como una herramienta imprescindible en su mejor conocimiento y, por ende, valoración. El volumen está estructurado en tres partes: la primera, “Sobre teatro histórico”, se dedicada a examinar una serie de aspectos de las dramaturgias de corte histórico o historicista; la segunda, “Sobre teatro de humor”, se centra en el examen de esta modalidad teatral, otra de las tendencias más significativas del arte de Talía, en la actualidad; y la tercera, “Sobre otros aspectos teatrales”, se dedica al estudio de otras (y diversas) manifestaciones dramatúrgicas de hoy: teatro breve, teatro (musical) y globalización en España, relaciones del teatro con la prensa, el cine, la televisión, la radio hasta llegar a las herramientas más actuales, las nuevas tecnologías....

¿Te gusta Peter Handke?

Autor: Marilyn Bobes

Número de Páginas: 412

En los cuentos agrupados en esta selección el lector encontrará un abanico temático muy amplio en el que se abordan desde temas de la realidad cubana en la década de los años noventa y dos mil hasta situaciones de carácter universal relacionadas con problemas de género. Al mismo tiempo, Marilyn Bobes ofrece una mirada hacia la literatura y hace converger situaciones incluidas en los libros con otras de la vida real, en un intento por demostrar que la vida también imita a la ficción. Se trata de un recorrido por los que la autora considera sus mejores relatos, o al menos los más antologados y elogiados por la crítica cubana e internacional.

Julio A. Costa, candidato popular para gobernador de Buenos Aires. (Opiniones de la prensa).

Autor: Julio A. Costa

Número de Páginas: 302

Pautas para la investigación del teatro español y sus puestas en escena

Autor: Romera Castillo José

Número de Páginas: 460

En este volumen se ofrecen pautas de estudio del teatro en España, desde el teatro áureo hasta el de nuestros días, así como repertorios bibliográficos básicos, sobre lo realizado en el SELITE@T, que sin duda alguna servirán de modelo para la investigación rigurosa del arte de Talía.

En los cerros de Guadix

Autor: Flavia Paz Velázquez

Número de Páginas: 292

Los Cuadernos biográficos Pedro Poveda se proponen estudiar la figura biografiada con la amplitud y el rigor que merece la trayectoria de este sacerdote innovador, pedagogo y humanista, que abre nuevos horizontes en la historia contemporánea de la evangelización. En este cuaderno, nos presenta los primeros trabajos de Pedro Poveda, ya sacerdote, en el Seminario, y su labor entre los habitantes de las cuevas de Guadix.

Coleccion de documentos para la historia de la guerra de independencia de Mexico de 1808 a 1821

Autor: Juan E. Hernández Y Dávalos

Número de Páginas: 1130

Diccionario de teorías narrativas 2

Autor: Lorenzo Vilches Manterola

Número de Páginas: 757

En este Diccionario de teorías narrativas 2, continuación y necesario complemento del primer volumen, se ha pretendido organizar y completar el diálogo de preguntas y respuestas sobre la narratología y su relación con los medios y la comunicación.\r\n\r\nDecimos que este Diccionario es una continuación y necesario complemento del Diccionario 1. Continuidad de un instrumento para pensar y ordenar los conceptos fundamentales desarrollados por la narratología junto con la actualización de las aplicaciones y metodologías: ontologías, estructuras y configuraciones narrativas; los medios audiovisuales; el arte de la ficción y su evolución digital; la cultura narrativa crítica y su representación ideológica; la innovación, competencias y saberes; la explicación de modelos y paradigmas y sus teorías transversales; la comunicación y su función utilitaria en la investigación, y la educación.\r\n\r\nComo sucede con el mapa de carreteras principales, aquí se hallan cubiertos los itinerarios sustanciales y actualizados de la investigación narratológica. Así que este Diccionario es una prolongación de las vías principales de las teorías narrativas y las...

Coleccion de documentos para la historia de la guerra de independencia de Mexico de 1808 a 1821

Número de Páginas: 780