Cells, Gels and the Engines of Life: A New, Unifying Approach to Cell Function

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Ebner & Sons, 2001 - Medical - 305 pages
This book challenges the current wisdom of how cells work. It emphasizes the role of cell water and the gel-like nature of the cell, building on these features to explore the mechanisms of communication, transport, contraction, division, and other essential cell functions. Written for the non-expert, the book is profound enough for biologists, chemists, physicists and engineers.--From publisher description.

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Contents

The Croak of the Dying Cell
25
Cytoplasmic Discomfort
39
Water
53
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About the author (2001)

Dr. Gerald Pollack is a world leader in the area of muscle contraction and cell motility. He is currently Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Washington. His previous book, "Muscles and Molecules: Uncovering the Principles of Biological Motion" was recipient of an "Excellence Award" from the Society for Technical Communiction.

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TitleCells, Gels and the Engines of Life: A New, Unifying Approach to Cell Function
AuthorGerald H. Pollack
Editionillustrated
PublisherEbner & Sons, 2001
Original fromthe University of Michigan
Digitized24 Jul 2008
ISBN0962689521, 9780962689529
Length305 pages
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Medical / Biotechnology
Science / Life Sciences / Cell Biology
  
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