Readings

The Architecture and Cellular Elements of Bone

Source: Jay R. Shapiro, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences   Format: Microsoft Word
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Description: This document gives an overview of the cellular elements involved in the formation and remodeling of bone. (Posted on 10/00)

Models for Investigating Bone Loss Mechanisms and Countermeasures

Source: S.B. Arnaud, NASA, and A. LeBlanc, Baylor College of Medicine   Format: Microsoft Word
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Description: This document gives an overview of ground-based methods used to simulate microgravity and various countermeasures developed to counteract bone loss in space or ground-based simulations. (Posted on 10/00)

Bibliographies

Bone Bibliography

Source: Jay R. Shapiro, see above   Format: Microsoft Word
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Description: This document contains a list of readings in the area of bone physiology. (Posted on 10/00)