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Hardback. Gives a thorough and systematic introduction to probabilistic modeling in bioinformatics. This book contains a mathematically strict and extensive presentation of the kind of probabilistic models that have turned out to be useful in genome analysis. It also gives examples of known architectures (such as, profile HMM) used in genome analysis. Series: Computational Biology. Num Pages: 408 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 758.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402001352
- ISBN
- 9781402001352
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.12
€ 191.12
Hardcover. Recently there has been renewed interest in the use of algae as sources of health food and high-value chemicals, and for aquaculture and agriculture. But the biotechnological potential of algae is still far from fully exploited. This book looks at the latest research on algal biotechnology. Editor(s): Chen, Feng; Jiang, Yue. Num Pages: 306 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTV; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2002nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402001628
- ISBN
- 9781402001628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.44
€ 255.44
Hardback. Addresses the responses of plants to salinity. This book discusses salinity as an environmental soil factor and its global impact on ecosystems, and covers the plant responses from the whole-plant level through metabolic changes to the underlying molecular and genetic mechanisms. Editor(s): Lauchli, Andre; Luttge, Ulrich E. Num Pages: 552 pages, 35 black & white illustrations, 5 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1142.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402004926
- ISBN
- 9781402004926
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.99
€ 253.99
Resource Selection by Animals: Statistical Design and Analysis for Fie...
Manly, B.F., McDonald, L., Thomas, Dana, McDo...
Hardcover. Gives a framework for the study of how animals select their resources - food and habitat by taking the reader through different types of study design. This work is useful for field biologists, especially those concerned with the management and conservation of wildlife. It is also suitable for wildlife managers and conservation biologists. Num Pages: 222 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBWH; PSVP; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402006777
- ISBN
- 9781402006777
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 231.74
€ 231.74
Hardcover. Deals with the major terrestrial, algal, and siliceous indicators used in paleolimnology. This title is of interest to seasoned practitioners as well as newcomers to the area of paleolimnology. Editor(s): Smol, J. P. (Dept. of Biology); Last, William M.; Birks, John B. Series: Developments in Paleoenvironmental Research. Num Pages: 396 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSPF; RBG; RBKF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 735.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2001st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402006814
- ISBN
- 9781402006814
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 212.82
€ 212.82
Maximizing the Security and Development Benefits from the Biological a...
. Ed(S): Dando, Malcolm R.; Klement, Cyril (D...
Paperback. Joint Proceedings Volume based on the two NATO Advanced Research Workshops held in Bucharest in 1999 and in Piestany in 2000 Editor(s): Dando, Malcolm R.; Klement, Cyril (Department of Microbiology, State University of Public Health, Banska Bystrica, Slovakia); Negut, Marian (Cantacuzino Institute, Bucharest, Romania); Pearson, Graham S. Series: NATO Science Partnership Subseries: 1. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWMC; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 22. Weight in Grams: 597.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402009136
- ISBN
- 9781402009136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 199.78
€ 199.78
Paperback. As well as examining successful biological control programmes, this book analyses why the majority of attempts fail. Off-target and other negative effects of biological control are also dealt with. It is useful for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as for those involved in making biological control successful. Editor(s): Gurr, Geoff; Wratten, Steve. Num Pages: 429 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 429
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402010521
- ISBN
- 9781402010521
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 200.59
€ 200.59
Regulation and Compliance in the Atlantic Fisheries
Gezelius, Stig S. (Norwegian Agricultural Eco...
hardcover. Why and under what conditions are the state's regulations complied with, and when are they violated? Resource scarcity and strict regulation of the Atlantic fisheries have generated a demand for in-depth knowledge of this issue. This book presents a study based on qualitative data from Norway and Newfoundland. Num Pages: 245 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QSA; KNAF; PDND; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 2003rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 245
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402015281
- ISBN
- 9781402015281
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.36
€ 128.36
Hardback. Provides a useful insight into how the area of plant adaptation to abiotic stresses has progressed. This book addresses various topics, including effects and responses of plants to stresses caused by such factors as: high temperature, low temperature, salt, drought, flooding, heavy metals, elevated carbon dioxide, and ozone. Editor(s): Toppi, Luigi Sanita di (University of Parma, Italy); Pawlik-Skowronska, Barbara (Polish Academy of Sciences, Lublin, Poland). Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 589.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 233
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402016486
- ISBN
- 9781402016486
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.06
€ 195.06
Hardback. A reference on the development of cellular systems for the production of recombinant glycoproteins, gene and cell therapies, drug screening and tissue engineering. It intends to review the in-depth assessments of this type of programmed cell death. It is suitable for biotechnologists and researchers in apoptosis, cell biology, and cell culture. Editor(s): Al-Rubeai, Mohamed; Fussenegger, Martin. Series: Cell Engineering. Num Pages: 334 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402022166
- ISBN
- 9781402022166
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.77
€ 200.77
Paperback. Divided into four sections: Evolution and Diversity, Anatomy and Physiology, Reproduction and Development, and Ecology. This edition covers such topics as: insect evolutionary relationships, semiochemicals, gas exchange, immune responses, flight, and the management of pests. Num Pages: 832 pages, 350 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 45. Weight in Grams: 2170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 2005
- Number of pages
- 832
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402031823
- ISBN
- 9781402031823
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 269.96
€ 269.96
Hardback. Humans contain more than 20 Rho type GTPases. This volume presents a detailed phylogenetic analysis of Rho proteins, and discusses the possible origins of the human members. It includes an overview of how Rho GTPases become activated which is complemented by a Chapter by Darerca Owen and Helen Mott. Editor(s): Manser, Edward J. Series: Proteins and Cell Regulation. Num Pages: 298 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSBZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1360.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402034619
- ISBN
- 9781402034619
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.05
€ 200.05
Photoprotection, Photoinhibition, Gene Regulation, and Environment
. Ed(S): Demmig-Adams, Barbara (University Of...
Hardback. This book details the processes where plants monitor environmental conditions and orchestrate their response to change. It covers photoprotective responses in the preservation of leaf integrity and in redox signaling networks modulating growth and development. Editor(s): Demmig-Adams, Barbara (University of Colorado); Adams, William W.; Mattoo, Autar. Series: Advances in Photosynthesis and Respiration. Num Pages: 403 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 276 x 203 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1145.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 403
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402035647
- ISBN
- 9781402035647
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.87
€ 253.87
Hardback. Since 1982, Ras proteins have been the subject of intense research investigation by the biomedical research community. This book features chapters by leading investigators in the field that highlight the Ras biochemistry, structure and biology. It is a useful reference for students in the biomedical sciences and for investigators in the field. Editor(s): Der, Channing. Series: Proteins and Cell Regulation. Num Pages: 396 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 752.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402043284
- ISBN
- 9781402043284
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 284.76
€ 284.76
Hardback. Focuses on how climate affects or affected the biosphere and vice versa both in the present and past. This book features papers that highlight plant responses to atmospheric CO2 increase, to global warming and to increased ultraviolet-B radiation as a result of stratospheric ozone depletion. Editor(s): Rozema, Jelte; Aerts, Rien; Cornelissen, Hans. Series: Tasks for Vegetation Science. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 17. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402044427
- ISBN
- 9781402044427
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.90
€ 201.90
Hardback. This volume is developed on the broad theme of plant-associated bacteria. It is envisioned as a resource volume for researchers working with beneficial and harmful groups of bacteria associated with crop plants. The chapters include terminology/definitions, molecular phylogeny, methods that can be used (both traditional and latest molecular tools) and applications. Editor(s): Gnanamanickam, Samuel S. Num Pages: 712 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1194.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 712
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402045363
- ISBN
- 9781402045363
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.59
€ 254.59
Hardback. Explores modern concepts of trophic and guild interactions among natural enemies in natural and agricultural ecosystems. This book on trophic and guild interactions makes the link to biological control. Editor(s): Brodeur, Jacques; Boivin, Guy. Series: Progress in Biological Control. Num Pages: 259 pages, 1 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 259
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402047664
- ISBN
- 9781402047664
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.73
€ 194.73
Hardcover. Discusses the efforts aimed at breeding tomato plants resistant to the virus (using classical breeding, marker-assisted breeding and genetic engineering). This book summarizes the techniques used for diagnosis, eradication and certification and emphasizes the problems inherent to the control of the virus insect vector. Editor(s): Czosnek, Henryk. Num Pages: 448 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 813.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402047688
- ISBN
- 9781402047688
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.65
€ 196.65
Hardback. Combining approaches from biology, philosophy and linguistics, Biosemiotics proposes that animals, plants and single cells engage in semiosis: the conversion of objective signals into conventional signs. Here is a comprehensive introduction to the subject. Editor(s): Barbieri, Marcello. Num Pages: 542 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1154.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 542
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402048135
- ISBN
- 9781402048135
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.45
€ 253.45
Hardback. Reflects the diversity of forest types and forest issues that concern forest scientists. This book offers coverage that ranges from savannah and tropical rain forests to the ancient oak forests of Poland. It explores such issues as the effects of logging, forest dynamics and climate change on forest structure and biodiversity. Editor(s): Hawksworth, David L.; Bull, Alan T. Series: Topics in Biodiversity and Conservation. Num Pages: 549 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; RNCB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1104.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 549
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402052071
- ISBN
- 9781402052071
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 375.12
€ 375.12
Paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Fluorescence and other Optical Properties of Biological Particles for Biological Warfare Agent Sensors, Novosibirsk, Russia, 3-6 October 2005 Editor(s): Hoekstra, Alfons G.; Maltsev, Valeri; Videen, Gorden. Series: NATO Science Series II. Num Pages: 296 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS; TTB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402055010
- ISBN
- 9781402055010
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 249.37
€ 249.37
Hardback. This book provides complete coverage of all aspects of the study of all fossil palynomorphs yet studied. It is profusely illustrated. The glossary, bibliographies and index are useful tools for study of the literature. Series: Topics in Geobiology. Num Pages: 813 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1556.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2007. 2nd printing 2008
- Number of pages
- 813
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402056093
- ISBN
- 9781402056093
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.61
€ 255.61
Hardback. Insect pests are becoming a problem of ever-more biblical proportions. This book collates a series of selected papers that attempt to address various fundamental components of area-wide insect pest control. Editor(s): Vreysen, M.; Robinson, A.S.; Hendrichs, J. Num Pages: 789 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 789
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402060588
- ISBN
- 9781402060588
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 567.32
€ 567.32
Hardcover. This revised edition fills the need for an up-to-date comprehensive book on the biological aspects of the bacterial taxa which cause disease in fish. Consideration is given to all of the bacterial taxa which have at some time been reported as fish pathogens. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 580 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVL; PSVW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 257 x 186 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 4th
- Number of pages
- 580
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402060687
- ISBN
- 9781402060687
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.13
€ 256.13