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Life sciences: general issues

Paperback. Discusses the phenomenon of life, including its origin and evolution, against the background of thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and information theory. This title presents the distinction between thermodynamic information and cybernetic information, developments in information technology, and the relationship between entropy and economics. Num Pages: 276 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 225 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 404.
Publisher
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Singapore
Number of pages
276
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9789814401234
ISBN
9789814401234
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 50.42

Hardcover. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: MB; MJ; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2018
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118838372
ISBN
9781118838372
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 142.45

Hardcover. By focusing on the cellular mechanisms that underlie ontogeny, phylogeny and regeneration of complex physiologic traits, Evolution, the Logic of Biology demonstrates the use of homeostasis, the fundamental principle of physiology and medicine, as the unifying mechanism for evolution as all of biology. Num Pages: 360 pages. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118729267
ISBN
9781118729267
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 156.12

Hardcover. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JMR; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 25. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
The Perseus Books Group United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780465038992
ISBN
9780465038992
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.64

Paperback. More than two centuries ago, William Paley introduced his famous metaphor of the universe as a watch made by the Creator. Today, some 150 years since Darwin's "On the Origin of Species" was published, the argument of design is seeing a revival. This work tells how Darwin left the door open for this revival. Num Pages: 440 pages, 16 line illustrations, 10 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 147 x 29. Weight in Grams: 662.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520271296
ISBN
9780520271296
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.06

paperback. A guide to the understanding and application of ELISA. It introduces chapters on topics such as checkerboard titrations, quality control of testing, kit production and control, novel monoclonal antibodies, validation of assays, statistical requirements for data examination, and epidemiological considerations. Editor(s): Crowther, John R. Series: Methods in Molecular Biology. Num Pages: 421 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 632.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Humana United States
Edition
2000th Edition
Number of pages
421
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896037281
ISBN
9780896037281
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 219.15

Hardcover. Num Pages: 176 pages, Black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 186 x 139 x 24. Weight in Grams: 380.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Imagine
Condition
New
SKU
V9781936140152
ISBN
9781936140152
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.06

Paperback. This is a major new introductory textbook on mathematical ecology bridging the subdisciplines of population ecology and ecosystem ecology. The book is ideal for beginning graduate and advanced undergraduate students, with some background in basic calculus, linear algebra, and basic ecology. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, figures. BIC Classification: PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 190 x 19. Weight in Grams: 830.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405177955
ISBN
9781405177955
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 85.43

Hardcover. Num Pages: 360 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFZ; PSAD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780226375656
ISBN
9780226375656
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.76

Paperback. Coevolution - reciprocal evolutionary change in interacting species driven by natural selection - is one of the most important ecological and genetic processes organizing the earth's biodiversity: most plants and animals require coevolved interactions with other species to survive and reproduce. Num Pages: 400 pages, 11 halftones, 94 line drawings, 7 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 592.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226797625
ISBN
9780226797625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 37.15

Paperback. In this text, the author outlines his geographic mosaic theory of coevolution. Through this theory, he creates connections between the study of specialization and coevolution in local communities and the study of patterns seen in comparisons of the phylogenies of interacting species. Num Pages: 376 pages, 6 halftones, 41 line drawings, 15 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 155 x 230 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226797601
ISBN
9780226797601
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.41

Paperback. Explores why adaptive evolution never ceases and why natural selection acts on species in so many different ways. In this title, each chapter focuses on one of the major problems in adaptive evolution: How fast is evolution? How strong is natural selection? How do species co-opt the genomes of other species as they adapt? Num Pages: 496 pages, 64 halftones, 25 line drawings, 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 163 x 27. Weight in Grams: 774.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226018751
ISBN
9780226018751
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 37.37

Hardcover. Explores why adaptive evolution never ceases and why natural selection acts on species in so many different ways. In this title, each chapter focuses on one of the major problems in adaptive evolution: How fast is evolution? How strong is natural selection? How do species co-opt the genomes of other species as they adapt? Num Pages: 496 pages, 64 halftones, 25 line drawings, 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 816.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226018614
ISBN
9780226018614
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.57
€ 98.17

Hardback. Fifteen contributed articles by investigators survey the dramatic increase in the understanding of receptor action that has resulted from the recent cloning of numerous ionotropic glutamate receptor subunits. Series: The Receptors. Num Pages: 379 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; MMG; PSAK; PSAN; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 744.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Humana Press Inc. United States
Number of pages
379
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896034563
ISBN
9780896034563
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.97

Paperback. "Includes link to 'Brain Rules' film"--Cover. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 158 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
Publisher
Pear Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780983263371
ISBN
9780983263371
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.39

Paperback. Dealing with single moments in the life of the human brain, this book argues that, by understanding just how much subconscious decision-making the brain manages to get through before each moment of awareness, we can begin to appreciate the true wonder of consciousness. Num Pages: 384 pages, colour and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; PD; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 195 x 127 x 30. Weight in Grams: 322.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571201013
ISBN
9780571201013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.74

Hardback. Num Pages: 416 pages, 77 figures. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 31. Weight in Grams: 706.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
416
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
n
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231163040
ISBN
9780231163040
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 39.41

Paperback. Clinical neuropsychology remains one of the fastest growing specialities within clinical psychology, neurology, and the psychiatric disciplines. Substantially updated, the new edition of this handbook provides a practical guide for those interested in the professional application of neuropsychological approaches and techniques in clinical practice. Editor(s): Gurd, Jennifer; Kischka, Udo. Num Pages: 912 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: JML; JMM; MJN; PSAN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 171 x 246 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1426.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
912
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199645817
ISBN
9780199645817
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 103.99

Hardback. Wasson, Stephen A. Watts Editor(s): Lawrence, John M. Num Pages: 288 pages, 182, 62 black & white illustrations, 101 black & white line drawings, 17 colour illustrat. BIC Classification: PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 183 x 22. Weight in Grams: 766.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421407876
ISBN
9781421407876
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 115.32

Hardcover. With emphasis on practical application and quantitative skill development, this book weaves together these disparate elements in a single coherent textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students. It reviews analytical techniques, explaining the mathematical and statistical principles behind them. Num Pages: 524 pages. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 193 x 247 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1170.
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118291061
ISBN
9781118291061
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 149.99

Paperback. To understand modern principles of sustainable management and the conservation of wildlife species requires intimate knowledge about demography, animal behavior, and ecosystem dynamics. This book weaves together these disparate elements for senior undergraduate and graduate students. Num Pages: 528 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures, graphs. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 190 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1016.
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118291078
ISBN
9781118291078
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 60.25

Paperback. Explains the DNA analysis process beginning with collection of evidence at a crime scene to the statistical interpretation of the results. This book details genetic genealogy and tracing domestic pet hairs to perpetrators. It includes a glossary with over 400 terms for reference of unfamiliar terms and an acronym guide to decipher the DNA dialect. Num Pages: 520 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMQ; PSAK1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 192 x 38. Weight in Grams: 950. 520 pages, Illustrations. Explains the DNA analysis process beginning with collection of evidence at a crime scene to the statistical interpretation of the results. This book details genetic genealogy and tracing domestic pet hairs to perpetrators. It includes a glossary with over 400 terms for reference of unfamiliar terms and an acronym guide to decipher the DNA dialect. Cateogry: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: MMQ; PSAK1. Dimension: 233 x 192 x 38. Weight: 898.
Publisher
Academic Press
Number of pages
520
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780123749994
ISBN
9780123749994
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 52.30

Hardcover. By unlocking the evolutionary information contained in cells, biologists have been able to construct the Tree of Life and show that its three main stems are dominated by microbes. Plants and animals constitute a small upper branch in one stem. Soon we may know how life began over 3.5 billion years ago. John Ingraham tells this story of discovery. Num Pages: 270 pages. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 20 x 13. .
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674660403
ISBN
9780674660403
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 39.84

Paperback. BIC Classification: 1KLC; 1KLS; PSAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. .
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691115252
ISBN
9780691115252
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 30.78

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