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The aim of this work is to provide an inventory of gerontological research, and to develop the outline of a cross-European bio-behavioural and psychosocial survey study of ageing.

This text reviews past successes and failures within the field of drug metabolism and attempts to predict new directions that may be taken in the 21st century.

This work examines the ways in which proteolytic enzymes have an esential function in all cells. New aspects are considered, such as: structure of proteases and mechanisms of protein degradation; functions and properties of proteases and inhibitors; signal peptidases; and autophagy.

In this text, clinical features, neuroradiological and electrophysiological data, morphological aspects, genetic data and biochemical results will be provided by actively engaged researchers on Neuronal Ceroid Lipfuscinoses from the Europen Concerted Action.

This work discusses advances in the field of biomedical materials, and includes coverage of studies of cell interactions with biomaterials. The potential applications for the development of new materials, tissue engineering and future medical devices are also discussed.

This text examines the state of orthodontic care in Europe and suggests ideas about developing a quality system of orthodontic care for the region. It expounds the philosophy of Total Quality Management.

Focuses on the macro- and micro-rheological behavior of blood and its formed elements, on interactions between the formed elements and blood vessel walls, and on the microvascular aspects of hemodynamics. This book provides a general overview of both basic science and clinical hemorheology and hemodynamics.

The objective of the EURO-QUAL programme has been to improve the quality of care for the individual patient. This Quality Improvement System (QIS) for orthodontic care in Europe comprises guidelines for how to implement a QIS and reference material from project teams.

Proceedings of the 9th International EuropeChina Symposium Strasbourg 24 Oct 2019.