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Biology, life sciences
Paperback. Looks in detail at the history of economic thought on natural resources and the environment, the economics of fisheries, forestry, mining, petroleum, coal and natural gas deposits. There are also chapters devoted to environmental degradation and the economics of the world's natural wonders. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412576409
- ISBN
- 9780412576409
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.64
€ 65.64
Paperback. This text provides an integrated view of the molecular structure and function of the plant cell wall, its formation and roles in a variety of plant processes. Concluding chapters discuss degradation processes, biotechnological and nutritional aspects. Series: Topics in Plant Physiology. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 850.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412580604
- ISBN
- 9780412580604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 189.65
€ 189.65
Paperback. Provides an introduction to the biology of fishes, covering basic diversity, biology and physiology. This book focuses on the environmental aspects relating to fish biology. It is suitable for students and individuals in fish biology, fisheries, aquaculture and environmental sciences. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 470 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412580802
- ISBN
- 9780412580802
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 129.64
€ 129.64
Hardback. Looks at the relationship of fish to the food they eat, their growth and responses to the environment. The physiology and nutrition of fish are examined from an energetic standpoint, with the environmental influences upon feeding and growth being emphasized. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 324 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412580901
- ISBN
- 9780412580901
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.81
€ 246.81
Paperback. In this book, the author addresses the question of how, in many temporate ecosystems, diverse and species-rich assemblies of ungulates manage to co-exist despite often quite extensive overlap in ecological requirements. The behaviour and ecology of particular species is also examined. Series: Chapman and Hall Wildlife Ecology and Behaviour Series. Num Pages: 131 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 131
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412612404
- ISBN
- 9780412612404
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.27
€ 122.27
Paperback. Deals with the insects and other arthropod ectoparasites of veterinary importance. This book focuses on the organisms of most significance in temperate northern Europe and America. It is suitable for veterinary medical students and practising veterinarians and also for medical entomologists and those working in related livestock disciplines. Num Pages: 456 pages, 121 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412615108
- ISBN
- 9780412615108
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 129.27
€ 129.27
Hardback. Covers the structural biology of the midgut; digestion and transport; the insect midgut as a target for control strategies; and the idgut as an environment for other organisms. This volume is suitable for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students, and researchers in entomology, physiology and pest control. Editor(s): Lehane, M. J.; Billingsley, P.B. Num Pages: 486 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 486
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412616709
- ISBN
- 9780412616709
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.16
€ 250.16
Hardback. Includes research describing how microorganisms clean soil and water, and how they remove toxic substances. This book also presents information on how genetics and molecular biological methods are used to improve the ability of microorganisms to degrade a variety of substances. Editor(s): Chaudhry, G.R. Num Pages: 520 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN; TQSR3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1113.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412622908
- ISBN
- 9780412622908
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.60
€ 244.60
Hardback. Addresses comparisons between human-environmental health and the health of the natural. Series: Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1310.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412624001
- ISBN
- 9780412624001
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.61
€ 192.61
Hardback. Written to inform not only basic research scientists and students, but also practising physicians, this volume reviews the evolution of gene transfer as a therapeutic strategy. The latest developments in viral and non-viral vectors for gene therapy are explained. Editor(s): Dickson, G. Series: Molecular and Cell Biology of Human Diseases Series. Num Pages: 403 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSD; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 769.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 403
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412625503
- ISBN
- 9780412625503
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 248.37
€ 248.37
paperback. This text covers: developments in molecular genetic techniques in fisheries; molecular genetic techniques in fisheries; the stock concept; the role of molecular genetic markers in the management of cultured fishes; perspectives of molecular genetics in fisheries; and microsatellites. Num Pages: 152 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 237.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412629501
- ISBN
- 9780412629501
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.97
€ 121.97
Hardback. A major thrust of scientific concern has been the problems of documenting and conserving biodiversity and the establishment of systems of sustainable development. This book reviews the practical application of species concepts and appropriate technologies for as wide a diversity as possible of living organisms. Editor(s): Claridge, M.F.; Dawah, H.A. (School of Pure and Applied Biology, University of Wales, Cardiff, Wales); Wilson, M.R. (Department of Zoology, National Museums and Galleries of Wales, Cardiff). Series: Systematics Association Special Volume Series. Num Pages: 458 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 458
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412631207
- ISBN
- 9780412631207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 281.35
€ 281.35
Hardback. Developed from a short course taught at Leeds University, this book covers methods of monitoring emissions of air pollutants from stationary sources. It surveys the techniques and points out their advantages and disadvantages. Editor(s): Clarke, A. G. Series: Environmental Management Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 159 x 24. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412633904
- ISBN
- 9780412633904
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.10
€ 193.10
Hardback. Provides a practical and theoretical introduction to the techniques of in situ conservation of plant genetic resources. This book includes methodologies, case studies and discussion of on-farm and genetic reserve conservation. Num Pages: 446 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 446
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412634000
- ISBN
- 9780412634000
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 249.61
€ 249.61
Paperback. A book for those interested in butterflies, whether as conservation biologist, amateur or professional entomologist or as a student studying the phenomenon of butterfly populations as part of a number of biology, ecology or conservation courses. It describes the results from a British scheme to monitor butterflies. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 274 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSV; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 413.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412634604
- ISBN
- 9780412634604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 200.71
€ 200.71
Paperback. This text aims to provide a practical and theoretical introduction to the technique of in situ genetic conservation. Num Pages: 446 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 446
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412637308
- ISBN
- 9780412637308
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 247.13
€ 247.13
Hardback. Divided into three parts, this book presents a general introduction to the study of animal energetics. Its 2nd part discusses the theory behind use of doubled labelled water and part three evaluates the practical aspects of its use and the methodlologies required for its application. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 943.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412637803
- ISBN
- 9780412637803
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 369.38
€ 369.38
Hardback. Focuses on the themes of importance in the analysis of the role that the early life history of fishes plays in the number and quality of recruits: the selective processes at play in their early life history; the contributions of early life history to the understanding of recruitment. Editor(s): Chambers, R.C.; Trippel, E.A. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 596 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1056.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 596
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412641909
- ISBN
- 9780412641909
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 361.85
€ 361.85
Hardback. Helps the reader to identify 42 crustacean species of commercial importance found in Europe during coastal explorations, fishing trips, displayed in public aquaria or available in restaurants, including selected freshwater crayfishes and deep-sea species. This book includes sections on the gross internal and external structure of these Crustacea. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; PSVT5; TVT; WNCS1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 281
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412710605
- ISBN
- 9780412710605
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 274.19
€ 274.19
Hardback. This volume brings together information on basic science research and its potential clinical application. The molecular and cell biology of liver growth is thoroughly reviewed, with an emphasis on the interaction of different cell types and the involvement of the extra-cellular matrix. Editor(s): Strain, A.; Diehl, Anna Mae. Num Pages: 662 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFG; PSD; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1637.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 662
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412712609
- ISBN
- 9780412712609
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 248.29
€ 248.29
Hardback. Covers various aspects of mechanisms governing immune reactions in insects, starting with the origins of insect immunity. This volume also covers antibacterial peptides from insects and their mode of action, relationships between insect defense proteins and development and immune mechanisms in vectors of transmissible disease. Editor(s): Brey, P.T.; Hultmark, D.E. Num Pages: 338 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 338
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412712807
- ISBN
- 9780412712807
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.74
€ 193.74
Hardback. This text provides an integrated view of the molecular structure and function of the plant cell wall, its formation and roles in a variety of plant processes. Concluding chapters discuss degradation processes, biotechnological and nutritional aspects. Series: Topics in Plant Physiology. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 17. Weight in Grams: 565.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412720208
- ISBN
- 9780412720208
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.46
€ 192.46
Paperback. Focuses on the question - What are the benefits that animals gain from living in a social group? This book is suitable for wildlife enthusiasts, interested naturalists, wildlife biologists and wildlife managers. Series: Chapman & Hall Wildlife Ecology & Behaviour S. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; PSVW7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 857.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412725203
- ISBN
- 9780412725203
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.94
€ 125.94
Hardback. This text aims to enhance and update public awareness of the potential adverse impact of pesticides and other chemicals on the environment, animal and public health; and to promote acceptance by governments and farmers of environmentally safe practices, and of alternatives to these chemicals. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 659.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412728006
- ISBN
- 9780412728006
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.79
€ 193.79