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Peptides modulate many processes of human physiology targeting ion channels, protein receptors, or enzymes. They represent valuable starting points for the development of new biologics against communicable and non-commun...

In this survey article we present some of Janusz Czelakowski’s most influential contributions to the theory of quasivarieties. The material includes his work on: definability of principal congruences, characterizations...

This book focuses on the various invasive and non-invasive techniques which can be used for the characterization of starch macromolecules along with, the various types of physical, chemical, and enzymatic modifications o...

Cryptosporidium sp. infects the gastrointestinal tract of a wide range of vertebrates, including domestic and livestock animals as well as humans. Cryptosporidiosis of neonatal farm ruminants causes considerable economic...

This comprehensive chapter covers various aspects of the biology and natural history of the huemul (Hippocamelus bisulcus), including names, taxonomy, subspecies and distribution, descriptive notes, habitat, movements an...

Obligate brood parasites neither build their own nests nor rear their offspring. Instead, they lay their eggs in nests of individuals of other species (hosts) that take care of the parasite’s progeny. Brood parasitism ...

Latin America and the Caribbean is known worldwide as the most unequal region on the planet. However, all the academic attention given to its levels of poverty and income distribution has not been matched by the study of...