Articles Archive
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The Ageing Skin – Part 4i – Plastic Surgery
Posted on March 9, 2011 | No CommentsPlastic surgery is a medical specialty that uses a number of surgical and non?surgical techniques to change the appearance and function of a person’s body. It is also referred to as cosmetic surgery. -
The Ageing Skin – Introduction
Posted on March 10, 2011 | 1 CommentThe skin is the most superficial part of the body. The signs of ageing are most visible in the skin. Although, ageing skin is not a threat to a person, it can have a detrimental effect on the psychology of a person. -
Presentation on Liposuction
Posted on March 12, 2011 | No CommentsWhile exercise and dieting may be useful for losing unwanted weight and fat, some fat deposits may not respond to efforts at weight loss. Applying liposuction techniques may be an option in these situations. -
Predictive and Prognostic Molecular Markers for Cancer Medicine
Posted on March 23, 2011 | No CommentsThis review will summarize the current technologies for predicting treatment response and prognosis in cancer medicine, and outline what the future may hold. -
Exubera: Boon or Disaster?
Posted on March 30, 2011 | No CommentsExubera is an inhaled insulin preparation by Pfizer which has failed to reach the clinical stage. This article discusses its advantages and disadvantages over other insulin formulations. -
Human Growth Hormone
Posted on April 1, 2011 | No CommentsHuman Growth Hormone (hGH) also known as somatotrophin is classified as a polypeptide hormone. This hormone is secreted by anterior part of pituitary gland. The main function of hGH is to regulate normal growth in individuals. -
A Review of Polymorphism and the Amorphous State in the Formulation Strategy of Medicines
Posted on September 3, 2011 | 1 CommentPolymorphs arise when molecules of a compound attain different conformations with differing energies of stabilization. Although their chemical properties may be same but they differ in their structural orientation. Polymorphism transitions are important to study in pharmaceutical sciences.