Life sciences: general issues
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Life sciences: general issues
Hardcover. Part of the Zoological Society of London's Conservation Science and Practice Series, Applied Population and Community Ecology evaluates theory in population and community ecology using a case study of feral pigs, birds and plants in the high country of south-eastern Australia. Series: Conservation Science and Practice. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 237 x 15. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470658642
- ISBN
- 9780470658642
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.64
€ 128.64
Hardcover. Due to its sensitivity to ecological change, the benthic environment a term commonly used to describe the plants and animals living at the bottom of the sea is becoming a crucial topic in these days of rapid climate change. Editor(s): Eleftheriou, Anastasios. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 173 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1156.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470670866
- ISBN
- 9780470670866
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 228.78
€ 228.78
Paperback. One of the first textbooks in this emerging important field of ecology. Most of ecology is about metabolism: the ways that organisms use energy and materials. The energy requirements of individuals their metabolic rates vary predictably with their body size and temperature. Editor(s): Sibly, Richard M.; Brown, James H.; Kodric-Brown, Astrid. Num Pages: 392 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 190 x 236 x 10. Weight in Grams: 856.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470671528
- ISBN
- 9780470671528
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 92.56
€ 92.56
Hardcover. Historically, the conservation of forests and wildlife has focused on the creation of national parks and reserves. However, only 9% of protected areas are larger than 14,000 hectares, likely making them too small to conserve ecosystem services and prevent loss of wide-ranging keystone species such as elephant and leopard. Editor(s): Clark, Dr. Connie J.; Poulsen, Dr. John R. Series: Conservation Science and Practice. Num Pages: 260 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QMT; PSAF; RNK; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 592.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470673737
- ISBN
- 9780470673737
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.92
€ 134.92
Hardcover. The latest edition of this highly successful textbook introduces the key techniques and concepts involved in cloning genes and in studying their expression and variation. The new edition features: * Increased coverage of whole-genome sequencing technologies and enhanced treatment of bioinformatics. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1; TCBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 178 x 251 x 23. Weight in Grams: 912.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470683866
- ISBN
- 9780470683866
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 155.55
€ 155.55
Hardcover. How to Be a Quantitative Ecologist is comprised of two equal parts on mathematics and statistics with emphasis on quantitative skills. A major component of this guide is computer implementation techniques, accompanied by computer practicals using the language R. Num Pages: 490 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PBW; PSAF; RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 179 x 35. Weight in Grams: 946.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 490
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470699782
- ISBN
- 9780470699782
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 152.50
€ 152.50
Hardcover. In the last decade, DNA sequencing costs have decreased 50 fold, and further cost reductions are expected as a result of the development of new high-throughput techniques and the computational machinery needed to analyze data generated. Num Pages: 340 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PN; PSAK; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 894.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470727232
- ISBN
- 9780470727232
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 158.78
€ 158.78
Paperback. The first book to focus exclusively on the subject, Geodiversity, Second Edition describes the interrelationships between geodiversity and biodiversity, the value of geodiversity to society, as well as current threats to its existence. Num Pages: 508 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 174 x 24. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 508
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470742150
- ISBN
- 9780470742150
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.60
€ 66.60
Hardcover. This second edition provides an accessible introduction to the many diverse aspects of this subject. The book unites theory with examples from a wide range of taxa in a logical and progressive manner, and its straightforward writing style makes subjects such as population genetics and phylogenetics highly comprehensible to its readers. Editor(s): Kirk, Heather. Num Pages: 464 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 250 x 29. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470748343
- ISBN
- 9780470748343
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 175.09
€ 175.09
Hardcover. If you re working on or studying the effects of drug metabolisms, then this reference is for you! Handbook of Metabolic Pathways of Xenobiotics is an essential new reference which presents the metabolic fate of xenobiotics in animals and plants, and shows the metabolic pathways in the environment. Editor(s): Lee, Philip; Aizawa, Hiroyasu; Gan, Lawrence; Prakash, Chandra; Zhong, Dafang; Smith, David J. Num Pages: 2560 pages, illustrations (black and white). BIC Classification: PSAG; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 300 x 240 x 190. Weight in Grams: 7240.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 2840
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470749104
- ISBN
- 9780470749104
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 1,332.42
€ 1,332.42
Paperback. The advances made in molecular biology have allowed scientists to manipulate DNA. This means that molecular biology has become a tool for answering scientific questions that may be quite unrelated to genetics and cell biology. The techniques have become a means to an end, rather than an end in themselves. This work deals with this area. Num Pages: 220 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 281 x 207 x 16. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470843604
- ISBN
- 9780470843604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 159.33
€ 159.33
Paperback. A guide to the tools and techniques of genetic engineering, gene cloning and molecular biology. It covers various aspects of genetic engineering in the post-genomic era, beginning with the basics of DNA structure and DNA metabolism. Num Pages: 490 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 490
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470843802
- ISBN
- 9780470843802
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.04
€ 66.04
Paperback. Written in a clear, accessible style, the book starts with an introduction to key molecular biology techniques and considers techniques used specifically for cloning animals and generating transgenic animals. Later chapters examine the diverse theoretical, technical and ethical issues raised by cloning and transgenesis in both animals and humans. Num Pages: 234 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470848289
- ISBN
- 9780470848289
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 94.75
€ 94.75
Paperback. The title provides an overview of the current knowledge about the diversity of the living world and the various problems associated with its conservation and sustainable use. Covering both the fundamentals of the subject, along with the latest research, Biodiversity presents key conservation issues within a framework of global case studies. Num Pages: 296 pages, bibliography, references. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470849576
- ISBN
- 9780470849576
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 82.47
€ 82.47
Hardcover. An intriguing work of history, philosophy, and popular science that explores the human desire to quest. Scientists continually look for the genetic factors that make humans so very different in appearance and behaviour from most animals -- the genes that are uniquely human. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; PDZ; PSA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 148 x 33. Weight in Grams: 692.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470851449
- ISBN
- 9780470851449
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 19.14
€ 23.99
€ 19.14
Paperback. Explores, by means of computer simulations, the key areas of population dynamics through time. Using exercises, this laboratory manual teaches the programming and analysing skills students need for creating their own models of population change. Num Pages: 170 pages, graphs, glossary, index. BIC Classification: JHBD; PSAF; RNT; UGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 277 x 214 x 11. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470851487
- ISBN
- 9780470851487
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 146.22
€ 146.22
Hardcover. Psychology is of interest to academics from many fields, as well as to the thousands of academic and clinical psychologists and general public who can't help but be interested in learning more about why humans think and behave as they do. Num Pages: 768 pages. BIC Classification: JMM; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 281 x 221 x 46. Weight in Grams: 2066.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- Volume 3
- Number of pages
- 768
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470890592
- ISBN
- 9780470890592
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 225.77
€ 225.77
Hardcover. Metagenomics has revolutionized microbiology and many associated health and environmental fields. This is the first comprehensive treatise covering the various -omics in a large variety of habitats, which could not previously have been analysed without metagenomic methodology. Num Pages: 1416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; PSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 299 x 70. Weight in Grams: 4310.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 1416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470924181
- ISBN
- 9780470924181
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 613.19
€ 613.19
Hardcover. The field of whole genome selection has quickly developed into the breeding methodology of the future. As efforts to map a wide variety of animal genomes have matured and full animal genomes are now available for many animal scientists and breeders are looking to apply these techniques to livestock production. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: PSAK1; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960073
- ISBN
- 9780470960073
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.56
€ 167.56
Hardcover. This up-to-date review of seed genomics, from basic seed biology to practical applications in crop science, provides a thorough background understanding of seed biology from a basic science perspective. Num Pages: 276 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1; PSTL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 177 x 19. Weight in Grams: 692.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960158
- ISBN
- 9780470960158
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 227.43
€ 227.43
Hardcover. Polyploidy plays an important role in biological diversity, trait improvement, and plant species survival. Understanding the evolutionary phenomenon of polyploidy is a key challenge for plant and crop scientists. Editor(s): Chen, Z. Jeffrey; Birchler, James A. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: PSAK1; PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 174 x 20. Weight in Grams: 946.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960370
- ISBN
- 9780470960370
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 228.25
€ 228.25
Hardcover. Fully integrated and comprehensive in its coverage, Root Genomics and Soil Interactions examines the use of genome-based technologies to understand root development and adaptability to biotic and abiotic stresses and changes in the soil environment. Editor(s): Crespi, Martin. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1; PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 175 x 20. Weight in Grams: 756.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960431
- ISBN
- 9780470960431
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 235.22
€ 235.22
Hardcover. Translational research looks to take the latest innovations made in the laboratory setting to translate findings into effective and sustainable medical interventions and improved preventative measures. Editor(s): Garcia-Rill, Edgar. Num Pages: 168 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 171 x 14. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960714
- ISBN
- 9780470960714
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.19
€ 105.19
Hardcover. This comprehensive advanced text on the biology and pathology of glial cells--the most numerous cells in the brain and an emerging field in neuroscience--offers detailed coverage of the morphology and interrelationships between glial cells and neurones in different parts of the nervous system. Editor(s): Verkhratsky, Alexei; Butt, Arthur Morgan. Num Pages: 560 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 169 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470978528
- ISBN
- 9780470978528
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.73
€ 148.73