Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with Interactive Physiology, Third Edition [Hardcover]

Dee Unglaub Silverthorn (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0131020153 | ISBN-13: 978-0131020153 | Publication Date: August 7, 2003 | Edition: 3

The new edition of Award-winning author and educator Dee Silverthorn's Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach builds upon the book's thorough coverage of integrative and molecular physiology topics to give you a solid foundation of understanding for your education, career, or general knowledge. Every piece of art has been revised so that figures and diagrams are clearer, making it easier to understand complex physiological systems. A comprehensive, integrated approach including basic cell processes, homeostasis & control, integration of function, and metabolism, growth, & aging. For college instructors, students, people in the nursing/allied health field, or anyone interested in human anatomy.

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The new edition of Award-winning author and educator Dee Silverthorn's Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach builds upon the book's thorough coverage of integrative and molecular physiology topics to give you a solid foundation of understanding for your education, career, or general knowledge. Every piece of art has been revised so that figures and diagrams are clearer, making it easier to understand complex physiological systems. A comprehensive, integrated approach including basic cell processes, homeostasis & control, integration of function, and metabolism, growth, & aging. For college instructors, students, people in the nursing/allied health field, or anyone interested in human anatomy.

About the Author

Dee Unglaub Silverthorn studied biology as an undergraduate at Tulane University and went on to earn a Ph.D. in marine science at the University of South Carolina. Her research interest is epithelial transport, and work in her laboratory currently focuses on transport properties of the chick allantoic membrane. She began her teaching career in the Physiology Department at the Medical University of South Carolina but over the years has taught a wide range of students, from medical and college students to those still preparing for higher education.

At the University of Texas she lectures in physiology, coordinates student laboratories in physiology, and instructs graduate students in a course on developing teaching skills in the life sciences. She has substantial experience with active learning in the classroom and has given workshops on this subject at regional, national, and international conferences. Dee is currently editor-in-chief of Advances in Physiology Education and past-chair of the Teaching Section of the American Physiological Society. She works with members of the International Union of Physiological Sciences to improve physiology education in developing countries. She is also a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society, the Society for Comparative and Integrative Biology, the Association for Biology Laboratory Education, and the Society for College Science Teaching. Her free time is spent creating multimedia fiber art and enjoying the Texas hill country with her husband, Andy, and their three dogs.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 912 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 3 edition (August 7, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131020153
• ISBN-13: 978-0131020153
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #167,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Physiology Book on the Market, April 14, 2005

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Chris M. Godell "cmg" (Columbus, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with Interactive Physiology, Third Edition (Hardcover)

It is clear that Silverthorn wrote this book with the physiology student in mind. It is evident that the purpose of the book is to help teach all that physiology embodies; not simply be a reference for factoids.

4.0 out of 5 stars Straight forward approach., May 25, 2011

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This review is from: Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with Interactive Physiology, Third Edition (Hardcover)

This text is straight forward with many analytical models. I find I am a visual learner, so pairing this text with excellent online visuals and/or a great lecture is helpful.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for undergrads, August 29, 2007

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This review is from: Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with Interactive Physiology, Third Edition (Hardcover)

Took a physio course and this was required. I aced that class by reading this book very carefully. The writing is not terribly dry like some textbooks, although don't expect anything thrilling either! The graphics, I thought, were what really helped me understand the steps and processes. Therefore, if you're truly a graphic learner, I'd recommend this. If I had to make a complaint, it'd be that the author and editors should add more pictures. Also, this is most likely for undergrads/ beginners...not health professional students.