Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. This volume identifies challenges to the resilience of Australia's cities and regions that flow from a range of global and local influences. It offers a portfolio of solutions to these critical problems and vulnerabilities. Editor(s): Newton, Peter W. Num Pages: 692 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMVD; RNC; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 195 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1727.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2008th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048179954
- ISBN
- 9789048179954
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Condition: New
€ 309.48
€ 309.48
Biometeorology for Adaptation to Climate Variability and Change
. Ed(S): Ebi, Kristie L.; Burton, Ian; McGreg...
Paperback. The primary purpose of this collection of is to communicate some of the basic ideas and concepts of the sub-fields of biometeorology as they relate to climate change. The volume explores ideas and provides a basis for a new vision for biometeorology. Editor(s): Ebi, Kristie L.; Burton, Ian; McGregor, Glenn R. Series: Biometeorology. Num Pages: 281 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBP; RGM; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 450.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 281
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180288
- ISBN
- 9789048180288
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Condition: New
€ 195.48
€ 195.48
Paperback. Taking as its subject the particular set of geo-information technologies known as Planning Support Systems (PSS), this text focuses on their practical application. It sets out both best practice and new methods for creating the next generation of PSS. Editor(s): Geertman, Stan; Stillwell, John. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 512 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RB; RGC; RGW; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 713.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180356
- ISBN
- 9789048180356
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Condition: New
€ 240.15
€ 240.15
Paperback. Many of our most successful animal breeding programs have been accompanied by a reduced fitness in the animal. In this book, leading animal breeders and revolutionary geneticists explore ways to improve breeding programs and fitness simultaneously. Editor(s): Werf, Julius van der; Graser, Hans-Ulrich; Frankham, Richard; Gondro, Cedric. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PSAJ; RNCB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 386.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180509
- ISBN
- 9789048180509
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Condition: New
€ 236.55
€ 236.55
Paperback. This guide details for companies and organizations how to install an environment and material flow-related information system that jibes with their current accounting system. It includes several case studies and offers specific recommendations. Series: Eco-Efficiency in Industry & Science. Num Pages: 198 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KFC; KJMV5; KJMV6; KJQ; RNF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 318.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180530
- ISBN
- 9789048180530
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Condition: New
€ 121.80
€ 121.80
Paperback. Soil scientist Wim Sombroek saw vast potential in the fertile Amazonian soils termed "dark earths." In this book, scholars discuss Sombroek and his vision of carbon based soil technologies to better the lives of small land holders throughout the world. Editor(s): Woods, William I. (University of Southern Illinois, USA); Teixeira, Wenceslau G.; Lehmann, Johannes; Steiner, Christoph; WinklerPrins, Antoinette M. G. A.; Rebellato, Lilian. Num Pages: 502 pages, 8 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSA; PSTS; RBGB; RNF; RNPG; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 27. Weight in Grams: 733.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 502
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180547
- ISBN
- 9789048180547
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Condition: New
€ 239.78
€ 239.78
Paperback. Constitutes the Proceedings of the IUTAM Symposium on 'Scaling in Solid Mechanics', held in Cardiff from 25th to 29th June 2007. The Symposium was convened to address and place on record topical issues in theoretical, experimental and computational aspects of scaling approaches to solid mechanics and related fields. Editor(s): Borodich, Feodor M. Series: IUTAM Bookseries (Closed). Num Pages: 324 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBWH; PHD; R; TGB; UGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 456.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180554
- ISBN
- 9789048180554
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Condition: New
€ 122.08
€ 122.08
Paperback. This book provides an overview of geographic patterns in the distribution of plant secondary metabolites in natural populations. It covers examples within continents, after the ice, intercontinental disjunctions, oceanic islands, and polar disjunctions. Num Pages: 348 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD; RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 516.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180578
- ISBN
- 9789048180578
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Condition: New
€ 185.63
€ 185.63
Paperback. This book provides a unique perspective on early stone tool manufacture and use. It examines the technological and adaptive significance of Oldowan stone tools that have come to light due to recent discoveries and innovative analyses of the archaeological record. Editor(s): Hovers, Erella; Braun, David R. Series: Vertebrate Paleobiology and Paleoanthropology. Num Pages: 176 pages, 47 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HD; J; PSXE; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 9. Weight in Grams: 444.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180592
- ISBN
- 9789048180592
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Condition: New
€ 63.87
€ 63.87
Paperback. This book offers strategies for increasing the efficiency of crops under stressful environments. The strategies are based on conventional breeding and advanced molecular techniques and are discussed using specific case studies to illustrate their potential. Editor(s): Ashraf, M.; Ozturk, Munir; Athar, Habib-Ur-Rehman. Series: Tasks for Vegetation Science. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD; RBGB; RNC; RNF; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 210 x 13. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180608
- ISBN
- 9789048180608
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Condition: New
€ 186.18
€ 186.18
Paperback. In the present volume the most important current questions on lightning are described and analyzed under many experimental and theoretical aspects. The level of questions discussed is high, but the contents should be understandable for non-experts. Editor(s): Betz, Hans Dieter; Schumann, Ulrich; Laroche, Pierre. Num Pages: 641 pages, 38 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBP; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1102.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 641
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180646
- ISBN
- 9789048180646
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Condition: New
€ 304.83
€ 304.83
Ecological Effects of Water-level Fluctuations in Lakes
. Ed(S): Wantzen, Karl M.; Rothhaupt, Karl-Ot...
Paperback. Aquatic ecosystems have water-level fluctuations (WLF) that effect organisms above and below the waterline. This book presents selected papers on the ecological effects of WLF in lakes, resulting from a workshop at the University of Konstanz in winter 2005. Editor(s): Wantzen, Karl M.; Rothhaupt, Karl-Otto; Mortl, Martin; Cantonati, Marco; G.-Toth, Laszlo; Fischer, Philipp. Series: Developments in Hydrobiology. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSP; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 210 x 10. Weight in Grams: 485.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180882
- ISBN
- 9789048180882
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Condition: New
€ 237.77
€ 237.77
Paperback. This book discusses the ecological approaches needed to design effective weed management strategies. It also covers recent progress in management techniques, the success and failure of a number of methodologies, and the restoration of invaded land. Editor(s): Inderjit. Series: Invading Nature - Springer Series in Invasion Ecology. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; RNCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 608.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180899
- ISBN
- 9789048180899
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 185.93
€ 185.93
Paperback. Fisheries science in North America is changing. This is the first comprehensive book to look at the past, present and future of fisheries science in North America. The authors review the current science and develop informed opinions about the future. Editor(s): Beamish, Dr. Richard J.; Rothschild, Brian J. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 752 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSPM; RNKH; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1038.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 752
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180929
- ISBN
- 9789048180929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 189.24
€ 189.24
paperback. Public participation and its relationship to the strategies and implementation of environmental policy are examined in this volume, from a functional perspective. Interdisciplinary cases are explored from around the globe to illustrate the principles discussed. Editor(s): Coenen, Frans H.J.M. Num Pages: 209 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JPA; LNKJ; RGL; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 209
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181070
- ISBN
- 9789048181070
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Condition: New
€ 121.80
€ 121.80
paperback. This book investigates the applicability of satellite radar interferometry (InSAR) for deformation monitoring. The presented methodologies are demonstrated in an integrated way for the entire northern part of the Netherlands and a part of Germany. Series: Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing. Num Pages: 260 pages, 93 black & white illustrations, 46 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBGL; RGY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 445.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181254
- ISBN
- 9789048181254
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 184.92
€ 184.92
The Disoriented State. Shifts in Governmentality, Territoriality and G...
. Ed(S): Arts, Bas; Lagendijk, Arnoud; Houtum...
Paperback. This book explores the relationship between state governmentality and specific forms of policy making. It begins with a theorization of these new modes of territoriality, governmentality and governance. This is followed by a series of in-depth case studies. Editor(s): Arts, Bas; Lagendijk, Arnoud; Houtum, Mr. Henk van. Series: Environment & Policy. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCF; KCP; RGC; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 378.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181377
- ISBN
- 9789048181377
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Condition: New
€ 121.80
€ 121.80
Paperback. This book focuses on how relevant regimes, institutions and governance systems support mitigation of climate change. It also examines the extent to which the varying governance arrangements support adaptation for the region. Editor(s): Koivurova, Timo; Brannlund, Lotta; Keskitalo, E. Carina H.; Bankes, Nigel. Series: Environment & Policy. Num Pages: 452 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GT; J; KCP; LB; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 452
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181513
- ISBN
- 9789048181513
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 239.24
€ 239.24
Patterns and Processes of Speciation in Ancient Lakes
. Ed(S): Wilke, Thomas; Vainola, Risto; Riede...
Paperback. Ancient lakes are exceptional freshwater environments that have continued to exist for hundreds of thousands of years. They have long been recognized as centres of biodiversity and hotspots of evolution. This work features the contributions that deal with patterns and processes of biological diversification in three prominent ancient lake systems. Editor(s): Wilke, Thomas; Vainola, Risto; Riedel, Frank. Series: Developments in Hydrobiology. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSP; RNCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 193 x 13. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181629
- ISBN
- 9789048181629
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 238.55
€ 238.55
Tagging and Tracking of Marine Animals with Electronic Devices
. Ed(S): Nielsen, Jennifer L.; Arrizabalaga, ...
Paperback. The papers in this volume cover exciting developments in new tagging applications in marine animals. This includes new analyses of geolocation techniques using remote tags and new documentation of animal behaviour in marine habitats. Editor(s): Nielsen, Jennifer L.; Arrizabalaga, Haritz; Fragoso, Nuno; Hobday, Alistair; Lutcavage, Molly; Sibert, John R. Series: Reviews: Methods and Technologies in Fish Biology and Fisheries. Num Pages: 452 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVP; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 730.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 452
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181766
- ISBN
- 9789048181766
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 240.39
€ 240.39
Complexity Perspectives in Innovation and Social Change
. Ed(S): Lane, David; Pumain, Denise; Leeuw, ...
Paperback. Our society's scientific paradigm prevents us from benefiting from the processes of invention and innovation. This book analyzes the topic in depth, positing that a 'complex systems' approach is better suited than our traditional approach to the phenomenon. Editor(s): Lane, David; Pumain, Denise; Leeuw, Sander Ernst van der; West, Geoffrey. Series: Methodos Series. Num Pages: 501 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTB; HD; JH; RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 700.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 501
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181797
- ISBN
- 9789048181797
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 323.76
€ 323.76
Schooling for Sustainable Development in Chinese Communities
. Ed(S): Lee, John Chi-Kin; Williams, Michael
Paperback. This book focuses on the academic foundations, trends and traditions of environmental education for sustainable development in Chinese contexts. It highlights case studies that illuminate recent sustainability initiatives in China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. Editor(s): Lee, John Chi-kin; Williams, Michael. Series: Schooling for Sustainable Development. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JNF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181827
- ISBN
- 9789048181827
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.85
€ 121.85
Paperback. New approaches to environmental economics are presented in Institutions and Sustainability. Readers will find discussions of the political economy of agriculture, in addition to new analysis methods for the governance of natural resources. Editor(s): Beckmann, Volker; Padmanabhan, Martina. Num Pages: 388 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; KCM; KCN; RNU; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 623.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 388
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181841
- ISBN
- 9789048181841
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 238.64
€ 238.64
Paperback. This book contains papers from the "Biology of Skates" symposium. The papers are broadly arranged into four separate categories: systematics and biogeography, diet and feeding ecology, reproductive biology, and age and growth. Editor(s): Ebert, David A.; Sulikowski, James A. Series: Developments in Environmental Biology of Fishes. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSP; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 193 x 13. Weight in Grams: 623.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048181889
- ISBN
- 9789048181889
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.06
€ 186.06