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Science for Agriculture and Rural Development in Low-Income Countries
. Ed(S): Roetter, Reimund; Keulen, Herman Van...
Paperback. This book illustrates the implementation of research approaches to rural development and sustainable agriculture in low-income countries. It draws lessons from pluri-annual collaborative research projects on RDSA from sub-Saharan Africa to South East Asia. Editor(s): Roetter, Reimund; Keulen, Herman van; Kuiper, Marijke; Verhagen, J.; Laar, H. H. van; Wageningen UR Plant Breeding. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCM; PSAF; RBGL; RN; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402092855
- ISBN
- 9781402092855
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 129.90
€ 129.90
Paperback. Suitable for researchers, instructors, students in the life sciences, this book describes various aspects of phenolic compounds. It includes topics such as the genetics controlling phenolic metabolism, isolation and characterization of phenolic compounds, phenolics used in plant defense, and the impact of phenolics on human health. Num Pages: 288 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNN; PSB; PSTP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 491.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402092893
- ISBN
- 9781402092893
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Condition: New
€ 128.00
€ 128.00
Paperback. Demand for timber is being met by a reliance on plantation forestry, many of which grow non-native species. This volume examines the threats of these non-native species on native communities and the impact of changing climates on forest productivity. Editor(s): Paine, Timothy. Num Pages: 189 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVT7; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 189
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402092909
- ISBN
- 9781402092909
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.96
€ 128.96
Landscape Ecological Applications in Man-influenced Areas
. Ed(S): Hong, Sun-Kee; Nakagoshi, Nobukazu; ...
Paperback. This book explores new dimensions of landscape ecological research in a global change such as urbanization, biodiversity, and land transformation. It also includes several case studies concerning landscape analysis and evaluation using spatial analysis. Editor(s): Hong, Sun-Kee; Nakagoshi, Nobukazu; Fu, Bojie; Morimoto, Yukihiro. Num Pages: 536 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMVD; PSAF; PSTS; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 38. Weight in Grams: 974.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2007
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402092947
- ISBN
- 9781402092947
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 252.58
€ 252.58
hardcover. This is the first English-language book-length text to trace the development of bioethics in the Ibero-American context. Coverage is given to many countries within Latin America with an aim to present the historical development of bioethics therein. Editor(s): Pessini, Leo; Barchifontaine, Christian de Paul de; Stepke, Fernando Lolas. Translator(s): Bulcock, Jennifer; Sobral, Adail; Goncalves, Maria Stella. Series: Philosophy and Medicine. Num Pages: 397 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLS; PSAD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1680.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 397
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402093494
- ISBN
- 9781402093494
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 135.84
€ 135.84
Hardback. This is the first in-depth study of the Malay martial art, silat, and the first ethnographic account of the Haqqani Islamic Sufi Order. Drawing on 12 years of research and practice, the author provides a major contribution to the study of Malay culture. Series: Muslims in Global Societies Series. Num Pages: 331 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: AS; HPCF3; HR; JFC; JH; PSXE. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 27. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 331
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402093555
- ISBN
- 9781402093555
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 284.29
€ 284.29
Hardback. This book, the first of its kind, brings together state-of-the-art reviews on systems biology and biotechnological applications of E. coli. Some of the many topics covered include genomics, network analysis, modeling and simulation, and protein synthesis. Editor(s): Lee, Sang Yup. Num Pages: 483 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSG; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 953.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 483
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402093937
- ISBN
- 9781402093937
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.22
€ 252.22
Influence of Climate Change on the Changing Arctic and Sub-Arctic Cond...
. Ed(S): Nihoul, J. C. J.; Kostianoy, A. G.
hardcover. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Influence of Climate Change on the Changing Arctic and Sub-Arctic Conditions Liege, Belgium 8-10 May 2008 Editor(s): Nihoul, J. C. J.; Kostianoy, A. G. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series C (Closed):. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKC; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- SKU
- V9781402094583
- ISBN
- 9781402094583
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.99
€ 253.99
Paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Influence of Climate Change on the Changing Arctic and Sub-Arctic Conditions Liege, Belgium 8-10 May 2008 Editor(s): Nihoul, J. C. J.; Kostianoy, A. G. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series C (Closed):. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKC; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 234 x 19. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402094590
- ISBN
- 9781402094590
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.47
€ 251.47
Hardback. Organized into four interconnected volumes, this handbook offers a broad synthesis of the current knowledge about diverse topics of the biomarker and endophenotype strategies in neuropsychiatry. Editor(s): Ritsner, Michael. Num Pages: 273 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JMM; MBGR; MFN; MJN; MMH; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 276 x 203 x 23. Weight in Grams: 893.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 273
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402094637
- ISBN
- 9781402094637
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.99
€ 196.99
Advances in Genetics, Genomics and Control of Rice Blast Disease
. Ed(S): Wang, Xiaofan; Wang, Guo-Liang; Vale...
Hardback. Rice blast, caused by the fungal pathogen Magnaporthe grisea, is one of the most destructive rice diseases worldwide. This book provides a complete review of the progress and achievements on genetic, genomic and disease control of the disease. It is suitable for plant pathologists and breeders working on rice blast. Editor(s): Wang, Xiaofan; Wang, Guo-Liang; Valent, Barbara. Num Pages: 430 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSTL; PSTP; TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 430
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402094996
- ISBN
- 9781402094996
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.95
€ 251.95
Hardback. In 1971, J. Folkman hypothesized that tumor growth is angiogenesis-dependent. In 2004, the FDA approved the first angiogenesis inhibitor. This book compiles the relevant literature of that history and emphasizes the antiangiogenic approach to treat tumors. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MJCL2; MMF; PDX; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 371.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 126
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402095597
- ISBN
- 9781402095597
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.48
€ 196.48
Hardback. This book is a comprehensive review of apoptotic processes involved in major neoplastic diseases and their translations into emerging anti-cancer strategies. It is divided into fifteen chapters, each devoted to one particular cancer. Editor(s): Chen, George G.; Lai, Paul B. S. Num Pages: 384 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MJCL2; MMG; MNK; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 846.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402095962
- ISBN
- 9781402095962
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.92
€ 251.92
Hardback. This volume on conifer reproductive biology is intended as a text supplement for plant biology courses. It is timely because knowledge of model flowering plants is expanding so fast that each new plant biology text has less written on conifers than the last. Num Pages: 170 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 980.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096013
- ISBN
- 9781402096013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.42
€ 70.42
Paperback. This volume contains the proceedings of the 19th International Seaweed Symposium. It features papers on topics as diverse as systematics, ecology, physiology, commercial applications, harvesting biology, cultivation of seaweeds and microalgae and more. Editor(s): Borowitzka, Michael A.; Critchley, Alan T.; Kraan, Stefan; Peters, Akira; Sjotun, Kjersti; Notoya, Masahiro. Series: Developments in Applied Phycology. Num Pages: 596 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNNP; PSP; PST; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1588.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 596
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096181
- ISBN
- 9781402096181
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 256.18
€ 256.18
Hardback. Today's biology offers different approaches, and in appraising them, this reference compares their varied conceptual frameworks as it explores new research on a clarified conceptual basis. It includes debate on differing practice and theoretical attitudes. Editor(s): Barberousse, Anouk; Morange, Michel; Pradeu, Thomas. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; PSA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 980.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096358
- ISBN
- 9781402096358
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.52
€ 197.52
Tagging and Tracking of Marine Animals with Electronic Devices
. Ed(S): Nielsen, Jennifer L.; Arrizabalaga, ...
Hardback. 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: PSP; PSVP; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 877.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 452
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096396
- ISBN
- 9781402096396
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.14
€ 252.14
Hardback. The first of its kind, Donald Favareau's "Essential Readings in Biosemiotics" constitutes a valuable resource to both bioscientists and to semioticians interested in the emerging new discipline of Biosemiotics, and can function as a primary textbook for students in biosemiotics. Series: Biosemiotics. Num Pages: 897 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CF; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 47. Weight in Grams: 3140.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 897
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096495
- ISBN
- 9781402096495
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 389.34
€ 389.34
Hardback. Sustainable agriculture is a rapidly growing field, and this is the first book ever on the subject. It's a collection of articles and reviews that analyze current agricultural issues and knowledge then propose alternative solutions. Editor(s): Lichtfouse, Eric. Series: Sustainable Agriculture Reviews. Num Pages: 428 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PST; RBGB; RNPG; RNU; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 428
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096532
- ISBN
- 9781402096532
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.63
€ 257.63
Hardback. Reforestation efforts have proliferated everywhere. This edited text offers research that explores reforestation across the globe. It covers multiple perspectives, including social, economic and environmental, and it accounts for a wide variety of scales. Editor(s): Nagendra, Harini; Southworth, Jane. Series: Landscape Series. Num Pages: 396 pages, 15 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNK; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 839.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402096556
- ISBN
- 9781402096556
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.90
€ 251.90