The evaluation of health-related Quality of Life (QoL) is frequently included in clinical trials. Often, the investigators designing the trials are unaware of the unique measurement and analytical issues associated with the assessment of health-related QoL. This book presents these measurements, analytical issues, and a range of solutions in a...more

As a result of biotechnology becoming a highly controversial area, non-technical people, such as lobbyists and public relations people, have had to quickly become conversant about a topic that is highly technical. This glossary aims to provide concise definitions of terms for readers unfamiliar to the area and for persons...more

Aimed at those already involved in drug development or those considering entering the field, Clinical Drug Trials and Tribulations, Second Edition comprehensibly addresses the new, day-to-day challenges of drug development with valuable assessments of the areas affecting the conduction of nonclinical and clinical studies. Addressing which decisions should be...more

Covering principles and techniques of mass spectrometry, this book also discusses relevant concepts of cancer medicine and biology. Mass Spectrometry in Cancer Research details the identification, metabolism and dosimetry of carcinogens as well as the pharmacokinetics and metabolism of antineoplastic agents. This book also examines techniques and applications in cancer...more