Abstract: The biennial report of the National Toxicology Program provides information on 228 substances known or reasonably anticipated to be human carcinogens. Among those included are dust, steroidal estrogens, and some anticancer drugs. Users may search or click on alphabetical entries. The site also covers manufacturing processes, occupations, and exposure circumstances classified as carcinogenic.
Abstract: "TAB in its initial stage is a compilation of over 100 invited chapters, each reviewing in detail an important and interesting aspect of the plant Arabidopsis thaliana, with reference to what is known in other plants and in other kingdoms. Each set of authors has agreed that their chapter can be kept up-to-date either by the original authors or by others. TAB will therefore be a dynamic information resource that will evolve with the state of knowledge. We envision evolution of the format as well as the contents - initially by taking advantage of the Web-based possibilities of hyperlinks, which will be added to cross-reference gene names and references to other chapters, and which will eventually lead from each gene and sequence reference to sequence databases, and from each paper cited to its abstract. The Arabidopsis Book is therefore envisioned as a complementary resource to the many databases that contain specific information about Arabidopsis."
Abstract: "Atlas of Liver Pathology", presented online by Frank A. Mitros as part of the Virtual Hospital resource of the University of Iowa. Covers "Vascular Alterations in the liver", "Alcohol Related Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis", "Bilary Tree Disease", and "Tumors of Liver."
Abstract: Intended primarily for students, this atlas provides photomicrographs of cells, tissues, and organs to assist students in understanding the structure and function of cells, tissues, and organs as revealed by light microscopy.
Abstract: The atlas contains about seventy teaching cases. These cases are presented with relevant clinical information such as case history, imaging/study data, and myocardial perfusion SPECT images. The "findings" section provides annotated images and text explanations of the images. Different options are provided to navigate across various categories and within individual cases.
Abstract: The atlas shows all leading causes of death by race and sex for small U.S. geographic areas referred to as Health Service Areas (HSA's). The 18 causes of death included in this atlas account for 83 percent of all deaths in the United States during 1988-92. In addition to maps with age-adjusted death rates for each HSA, the atlas includes maps that compare each HSA rate to the national rate, smoothed maps for each cause that show the broad geographic patterns at selected ages, and a chart with regional rates for each cause of death.
Abstract: Presents the Dermatology Internet Service (DermIS) from the Department of Dermatology within the Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nurnberg School of Medicine. Offers access to the "Dermatology Online Atlas (DOIA)" and other related publications. Provides access to lecture texts, case studies, patient information, and related projects. Links to organizations and other related Web sites, as well as to a German version of site information.
Abstract: A database of images drawn from the vast clinical experience of The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary specialists and their colleagues around the world.
Abstract: This site is a compendium of hundreds of browsable and searchable photographs of skin conditions. Image groups may be accompanied by synonyms for the condition, Unified Medical Language System (UMLS) terms, and a definition. Each image includes an assessment of its quality for teaching and may be accompanied by brief descriptive information.
Abstract: "Information on thousands of prescription and over-the-counter medications is provided through two drug resources--MedMaster, a product of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), and the USP DI Advice for the Patient, a product of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)." Browse by generic or brand name of the drug from an alphabetical index. The results include warnings and side effects of the drug.
Abstract: A fully searchable, working editorial site of articles by scientists and scientific historians in the fields of biochemistry and physiology, cell biology, developmental biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, immunology, molecular biology, neuroscience, microbiology and virology, plant science, structural biology, and science and society.
Abstract: The guide "provides current medical information on the prevention, recognition, and treatment of altitude illness, as well as other health issues affecting travellers to high mountainous regions of the world." The site covers acute mountain sickness (AMS); provides a physician's clinical guide; and lists sites about mountaineering in India, Nepal, and Tibet as well as other mountain and health-oriented links.
Abstract: A collection of nearly fifty fact sheets containing "summaries of specific topics important to HIV prevention." Available in English and Spanish. Selected fact sheets are available in Kiswahili. From the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS), University of California, San Francisco.
Abstract: Features "The Human Brain: Dissections of the Real Brain," prepared by Terence H. Williams, Nedzad Gluhbegovic, and Jean Y. Jew as part of the Virtual Hospital Web site of the University of Iowa. Contains photographic images of the brain and spinal cord accompanied by descriptions and corresponding diagrams on which major structures are labeled. Includes a bibliography and offers access to the home pages of the Virtual Hospital and Virtual Children's Hospital.
Abstract: Paolo Mascagni (1725-1815) created Anatomia Universa, a series of 88 plates depicting human anatomy in detail. The plates are so large that they have never been bound. The site shows the 44 hand-colored plates, digitized to allow users to view them interactively; there is also information on Mascagni's career and publications.
Abstract: "The Interactive Atlas of Reproductive Health is a web-based interactive geographic information system (GIS) dedicated to reproductive health issues such as infant mortality, fertility and low birth weight."--1st screen.
Abstract: Features the JayDoc HistoWeb, a histology atlas that corresponds with the laboratory exercises of the cell and tissue biology course of the School of Medicine of the University of Kansas. Provides explanations and images of the tissues to guide medical students in the use of the microscope. Includes links to cell structure, glands, muscle, skin and histopathology. Serves as a permanent histology resource for all medical students and physicians. Posts e-mail contact form.
Abstract: "25 millions de mots, 150 000 articles et definitions, 10 000 dessins et photos, 500 animations pedagogiques, une chronologie universelle de 7 000 evenements, plus de 1 000 auteurs".
Abstract: The encyclopedia contains over 4,000 articles and medical images organized in eight topical sections: Disease, Injury, Nutrition, Poison, Special, Surgery, Symptoms, and Tests.
Users can browse the encyclopedia entries alphabetically within each of the eight areas. Some entries are a bit brief, but most contain images and cross-references to related entries.
Abstract: Presents the full-text of the "Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy," Seventeenth Edition, Centennial Edition, published by Merck and Co., Inc. in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. Offers searchable medical information.
Abstract: Vesalius' work provided a detailed account of the human body and 272 intricate anatomical woodcut drawings and diagrams to help describe that account. Applying 2lst century computer technology to sixteenth century images, the online Fabrica's illustrations have been edited and enhanced for better viewing. The Northwestern Web site includes the complete annotated text of the first book of the atlas, representing about one quarter of the Fabrica.
Abstract: The Digital Atlas of Ophthalmology is a database of images drawn from the vast clinical experience of The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary specialists and their colleagues around the world. The Digital Atlas is intended to serve as a visual reference and educational supplement for ophthalmologists, general physicians, and medical students.