Laboratory Animal Science Books

New and Published Books

1. The Laboratory Ferret

   By C. Andrew Matchett, Rena Marr, Felipe M. Berard, Andrew G. Cawthon, Sonya P. Swing

   Series: Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference

   Laboratory animals, including ferrets, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. The humane care and management of these animals remains an ongoing concern. Published in color to provide greater clarity to the techniques and concepts discussed, The Laboratory Ferret presents basic...

   Published March 8th 2012 by CRC Press
2. Biodefense Research Methodology and Animal Models, Second Edition

   Edited by James R. Swearengen

   Significant advances have been made in animal model development for biological research since the publication of the first edition of this volume, and the ramifications of the FDA’s Animal Efficacy Rule have become better understood in the scientific community. With each chapter completely updated...

   Published February 15th 2012 by CRC Press
3. Stereotaxic and Chemoarchitectural Atlas of the Brain of the Common Marmoset (Callithrix jacchus)

   By Craig D. Hardman, Ken W. S. Ashwell

   Developing better therapies for neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases remains an enduring problem for 21st century medicine. The testing of novel therapies will continue to require a robust experimental animal model. The marmoset is an ideal animal model for modern...

   Published January 23rd 2012 by CRC Press
4. The Minipig in Biomedical Research

   Edited by Peter A. McAnulty, Anthony D. Dayan, Niels-Christian Ganderup, Kenneth L. Hastings

   The Minipig in Biomedical Research is a comprehensive resource for research scientists on the potential and use of the minipig in basic and applied biomedical research, and the development of drugs and chemicals. Written by acknowledged experts in the field, and drawing on the authors’ global...

   Published December 18th 2011 by CRC Press
5. Current Research in Animal Physiology

   Edited by Victor S. Lamoureux

   Animal physiology is the scientific study of how the bodies of animals function. How does an animal breathe, develop, eat and digest, reproduce, control its activities? The field encompasses the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ systems of animals. This book looks at an eclectic selection of...

   Published December 14th 2011 by Apple Academic Press
6. The Laboratory Guinea Pig, Second Edition

   By Donna J. Clemons, Jennifer L. Seeman

   Series: Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference

   Praise for the First Edition "This book is easy to read and has many informative illustrations…I would strongly recommend this book to those interested in a broad introduction to the care and use of laboratory guinea pigs as well as to laboratory animal technicians, managers, veterinarians and...

   Published June 12th 2011 by CRC Press
7. Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volume II, Third Edition

   Animal Models

   Edited by Jann Hau, Steven J. Schapiro

   Biomedical research involving animals remains essential for the advancement of the medical, veterinary, agricultural, and biological sciences. Following in the footsteps of its predecessors, the Handbook of Laboratory Animal Science, Volume II, Third Edition: Animal Models explains in great detail...

   Published April 21st 2011 by CRC Press
8. Animal Behavior

   An Evolutionary Approach

   Edited by Victor S. Lamoureux

   This book looks at a range of topics covering a variety of animals, including how macaques teach their offspring, how rats transmit avoidance behavior, how supplementary feeding of tree frogs affects their breeding behavior, and more. Studies in animal behavior can have far-reaching implications...

   Published April 14th 2011 by Apple Academic Press
9. Atlas of the Neonatal Rat Brain

   By Renuka Ramachandra, Thyagarajan Subramanian

   Atlas of the Neonatal Rat Brain provides photographic, histological illustrations of the anatomical features of the neonatal rat brain at postnatal (P) days P-1, P-7, and P-14. The sections are Nissl stained with Cresyl violet, creating photomicrographs with high resolution and clarity. The...

   Published January 9th 2011 by CRC Press
10. The Laboratory Zebrafish

    By Claudia Harper, Christian Lawrence

    Series: Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference

    Like other books in the Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference Series, this guide covers all aspects pertaining to the use of these organisms including their basic biology, humane care and management, husbandry, life support systems, regulatory compliance, technical procedures, veterinary care, and...

    Published December 16th 2010 by CRC Press