2009

Lobanov, M.M. & Filatov, B.N. (Ed.) (2009) Human metabolic phenotype: biochemistry, physiology, pathology, and diagnostics. FSUE RIHTOP FMBA Russia. Volgograd: Panorama 192 pp.

The monograph provides data on the substantiation of a methodology for human metabolic phenotype determination using saliva (oral fluid) biochemical indices. Methodological approaches to determining hormones’ activity in an organism by the characteristics of their effects on the properties of biotargets represented by malate dehydrogenase and salivary lactate dehydrogenase isoenzymes were developed. Metabolism characteristics specific to differences in main hormones’ activity in examined individuals represent criteria for determination of a metabolic phenotype. Capabilities of this methodology were demonstrated while studying sexual cycle characteristics’ dependence on metabolic phenotype characteristics in women under normal and pathological conditions. The research presented could be useful for broad audience of science officers, teachers and endocrinologists

2004

Ecological and Hygienic Aspects in Relation to Chemical Weapons Destruction Ed. by P.E. Shkodich, V.F. Zheltobrukhov, V.V. Klauchek, Volgograd State University Press, Volgograd, 2004, 236 pp

The monograph is devoted to a new and little-studied problem of chemical weapons destruction in Russia.

The book begins with an introduction, which serves as a condensed history of CW creation and application and overview of physical, chemical and toxicological properties of toxic agents to be disposed. It contains a good section on description of the existing CW stockpiles and presents in detail the information on international agreements and legislative basis for implementing national programmes on CW destruction. Thoughts on what must be considered in the field of hygienic requirements necessary to design CWD facilities and execute preventive and routine sanitary supervision of working conditions and environmental protection measures are presented. There is special section on population safety provision and environmental protection under conditions of industrial accidents with the involvement of dangerous materials.

This book should be of value to expert community and anyone with a special interest in this area should also find it both interesting and informative.

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2003

2002-2004

The International symposium on "Decision-Making Tools in Response to Terrorist Use of Hazardous Substances - Minimizing Health Effects for Populations" was held in Volgograd from 8 to 9 October 2002.