Mark R. Sanderson and Jane V. Skelly (eds)
- Published in print:
- 2007
- Published Online:
- September 2007
- ISBN:
- 9780198520979
- eISBN:
- 9780191706295
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198520979.001.0001
- Subject:
- Biology, Biochemistry / Molecular Biology
Macromolecular crystallography is the study of macromolecules (proteins and nucleic acids) using X-ray crystallographic techniques in order to determine their molecular structure. The knowledge of ...
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Macromolecular crystallography is the study of macromolecules (proteins and nucleic acids) using X-ray crystallographic techniques in order to determine their molecular structure. The knowledge of accurate molecular structures is a pre-requisite for rational drug design, and for structure-based function studies to aid the development of effective therapeutic agents and drugs. The successful determination of the complete genome (genetic sequence) of several species (including humans) has recently directed scientific attention towards identifying the structure and function of the complete complement of proteins that make up that species; a new and rapidly growing field of study called ‘structural genomics’. There are now several important and well-funded global initiatives in operation to identify all of the proteins of key model species. One of the main requirements for these initiatives is a high-throughput crystallization facility to speed-up the protein identification process. The extent to which these technologies have advanced calls for an updated review of current crystallographic theory and practice. This book features the latest conventional and high-throughput methods, and includes contributions from a team of internationally recognized leaders and experts.Less
Macromolecular crystallography is the study of macromolecules (proteins and nucleic acids) using X-ray crystallographic techniques in order to determine their molecular structure. The knowledge of accurate molecular structures is a pre-requisite for rational drug design, and for structure-based function studies to aid the development of effective therapeutic agents and drugs. The successful determination of the complete genome (genetic sequence) of several species (including humans) has recently directed scientific attention towards identifying the structure and function of the complete complement of proteins that make up that species; a new and rapidly growing field of study called ‘structural genomics’. There are now several important and well-funded global initiatives in operation to identify all of the proteins of key model species. One of the main requirements for these initiatives is a high-throughput crystallization facility to speed-up the protein identification process. The extent to which these technologies have advanced calls for an updated review of current crystallographic theory and practice. This book features the latest conventional and high-throughput methods, and includes contributions from a team of internationally recognized leaders and experts.
Victor L. Schermer
- Published in print:
- 2010
- Published Online:
- May 2011
- ISBN:
- 9780199736393
- eISBN:
- 9780199894574
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199736393.003.0004
- Subject:
- Psychology, Clinical Psychology
The chapter holds that the psychotherapist’s education does not exist in isolation. It is fueled by inspiration, and it leads towards therapeutic activity. Psychotherapy is driven and informed by a ...
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The chapter holds that the psychotherapist’s education does not exist in isolation. It is fueled by inspiration, and it leads towards therapeutic activity. Psychotherapy is driven and informed by a systematic body of knowledge acquired largely in the process of training and education. This chapter considers the place of didactic education in developing the therapist’s approach and armamentarium in a time of change of the professional and socioeconomic and cultural contexts. It first considers the interpersonal and humanistic features of didactic training which serve as inspiration to the student and practitioner. Then, it iterates the foundations of such education, which include acquisition of conceptual frameworks, knowledge of therapeutic change agents, ethical and legal aspects, the use of scientific method, and how to cope with ambiguity, stress, and personal uncertainty. Therapist education typical occurs in four phases: graduate/ medical school, internship/ residency, specialized training, and continuing education. The chapter considers the practical value of each of these phases, along with the difficulties that arise. It discusses the impact on therapist education of recent changes in health care, such as managed care, as well as the computer revolution and programmed, manualized learning. It proposes a working model of therapist education that incorporates the sciences, hermeneutics, humanistic psychology, and the medical model. The importance of cultural diversity is considered, and the chapter concludes with a discussion of the impact of didactic preparation on subsequent and ongoing practice.Less
The chapter holds that the psychotherapist’s education does not exist in isolation. It is fueled by inspiration, and it leads towards therapeutic activity. Psychotherapy is driven and informed by a systematic body of knowledge acquired largely in the process of training and education. This chapter considers the place of didactic education in developing the therapist’s approach and armamentarium in a time of change of the professional and socioeconomic and cultural contexts. It first considers the interpersonal and humanistic features of didactic training which serve as inspiration to the student and practitioner. Then, it iterates the foundations of such education, which include acquisition of conceptual frameworks, knowledge of therapeutic change agents, ethical and legal aspects, the use of scientific method, and how to cope with ambiguity, stress, and personal uncertainty. Therapist education typical occurs in four phases: graduate/ medical school, internship/ residency, specialized training, and continuing education. The chapter considers the practical value of each of these phases, along with the difficulties that arise. It discusses the impact on therapist education of recent changes in health care, such as managed care, as well as the computer revolution and programmed, manualized learning. It proposes a working model of therapist education that incorporates the sciences, hermeneutics, humanistic psychology, and the medical model. The importance of cultural diversity is considered, and the chapter concludes with a discussion of the impact of didactic preparation on subsequent and ongoing practice.
Jane C. Murphy and Jana B. Singer
- Published in print:
- 2015
- Published Online:
- March 2016
- ISBN:
- 9780814708934
- eISBN:
- 9780814708941
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- NYU Press
- DOI:
- 10.18574/nyu/9780814708934.003.0006
- Subject:
- Law, Family Law
This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While ...
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This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While lawyers continue to represent clients in the new paradigm, they are called on to do so in different or expanded ways. The current regime invites lawyers to assume new roles as facilitators and dispute resolution neutrals. Similarly, while judges continue to adjudicate the small percentage of family cases that go to trial, they have also taken on expanded roles as team leaders, managers, and therapeutic agents. These changes reduce the distinctions between judging and lawyering, and blur the roles of judges and attorneys; they also challenge existing ethical norms for both lawyers and judges.Less
This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While lawyers continue to represent clients in the new paradigm, they are called on to do so in different or expanded ways. The current regime invites lawyers to assume new roles as facilitators and dispute resolution neutrals. Similarly, while judges continue to adjudicate the small percentage of family cases that go to trial, they have also taken on expanded roles as team leaders, managers, and therapeutic agents. These changes reduce the distinctions between judging and lawyering, and blur the roles of judges and attorneys; they also challenge existing ethical norms for both lawyers and judges.
Jane C. Murphy and Jana B. Singer
- Published in print:
- 2015
- Published Online:
- March 2016
- ISBN:
- 9780814708934
- eISBN:
- 9780814708941
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- NYU Press
- DOI:
- 10.18574/nyu/9780814708934.003.0006
- Subject:
- Law, Family Law
This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While ...
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This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While lawyers continue to represent clients in the new paradigm, they are called on to do so in different or expanded ways. The current regime invites lawyers to assume new roles as facilitators and dispute resolution neutrals. Similarly, while judges continue to adjudicate the small percentage of family cases that go to trial, they have also taken on expanded roles as team leaders, managers, and therapeutic agents. These changes reduce the distinctions between judging and lawyering, and blur the roles of judges and attorneys; they also challenge existing ethical norms for both lawyers and judges.
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This chapter examines the changing roles of lawyers and judges in the new family court system and the implications of these new and expanded roles for families and family dispute resolution. While lawyers continue to represent clients in the new paradigm, they are called on to do so in different or expanded ways. The current regime invites lawyers to assume new roles as facilitators and dispute resolution neutrals. Similarly, while judges continue to adjudicate the small percentage of family cases that go to trial, they have also taken on expanded roles as team leaders, managers, and therapeutic agents. These changes reduce the distinctions between judging and lawyering, and blur the roles of judges and attorneys; they also challenge existing ethical norms for both lawyers and judges.
