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Life sciences: general issues
Hardcover. As with all biotechnologies in the midst of rapid growth, nutrigenomics faces ethical, legal, and social implications that are likely to affect the public and the medical community. This title identifies and examines the anticipated risks and expected benefits of nutrigenomics from an ethical perspective. Num Pages: 164 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MFN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 164
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471770008
- ISBN
- 9780471770008
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.08
€ 107.08
Hardcover. Academic psychologists in every subfield are going through what Charles Nelson calls "the brain craze. " As technology has made imaging of the brain relatively easy, noninvasive, and inexpensive, every psychologist is using pictures of the brain to show biological connections to feelings and behavior. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471745860
- ISBN
- 9780471745860
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.94
€ 112.94
Hardcover. This book explores and discusses some of the most important topics in post-genomics life and biopharmaceutical sciences such as pharmacogenomics, chemical genomics, chemical biology, structural genomics, drug discovery, biophysics and bioengineering with various chapters contributed by experts in respective fields. Num Pages: 536 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFN; MMG; PSAK; TDCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 32. Weight in Grams: 940.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471672005
- ISBN
- 9780471672005
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 208.58
€ 208.58
Paperback. Written for biologists and medical researchers who don't have any special training in data analysis and statistics, this text provides an introduction to microarray technology, and then moves on to image analysis, data analysis, cluster analysis, and beyond. Num Pages: 184 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 13. Weight in Grams: 336.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471656043
- ISBN
- 9780471656043
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 104.55
€ 104.55
Paperback. This is a practical laboratory manual designed to enable newcomers to electrophysiology to choose appropriate preparations and techniques for in vitro studies in vertebrate neurobiology. It emphasizes techniques involving the glass micropipette and other recently developed methods. Editor(s): Kettenmann, Helmut; Grantyn, Rosemarie. Num Pages: 468 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDN; PSAN; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 182 x 25. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Spi
- Number of pages
- 468
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471562009
- ISBN
- 9780471562009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 297.71
€ 297.71
Hardcover. Bioethics is the ethics, or moral principles and rules of conduct, of medical and biological research. This text is an introductory text of just biological and not medical bioethics. Editor(s): Bryant, John; Velle, Linda Baggott La; Searle, John. Num Pages: 372 pages, facsimiles, glossary, index. BIC Classification: PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471495321
- ISBN
- 9780471495321
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 275.42
€ 275.42
Hardcover. Many ecological phenomena may be modelled using apparently random processes involving space (and possibly time). Such phenomena are classified as spatial in their nature and include all aspects of pollution. This book addresses the problem of modelling spatial effects in ecology and population dynamics using reaction-diffusion models. Series: Wiley Series in Mathematical & Computational Biology. Num Pages: 428 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBKJ; PBWH; PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 171 x 29. Weight in Grams: 860.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 428
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471493013
- ISBN
- 9780471493013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 222.20
€ 222.20
Hardcover. Brings together different aspects of procedures for speciation analysis at different levels starting from sample collection and storage, through sample preparation approaches to render the species chromatographable, principles of separation techniques used in speciation analysis, to the element specific detection. Num Pages: 670 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: PDN; PN; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 194 x 251 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1578.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 670
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471492146
- ISBN
- 9780471492146
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 508.15
€ 508.15
Paperback. This book covers the principles and practice of the functional analysis methods, provides experimental examples to indicate expected results, and offers trouble-shooting tips and notes on time consideration. Editor(s): Schumann, Wolfgang; Ehrlich, S.Dusko; Ogasawara, Naotake. Num Pages: 400 pages, glossary, index. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSGD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 174 x 21. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471490081
- ISBN
- 9780471490081
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 347.22
€ 347.22
Hardcover. Covers the technology and laws related to DNA, as well as the use of DNA evidence in the legal system. This work combines science and law. It draws together in one source information that is suitable for forensic scientists and students of forensic science, analytical chemists, lawyers, judges, police officers, and detectives. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: JKVF1; LA; PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 237 x 25. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471414780
- ISBN
- 9780471414780
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 176.40
€ 176.40
Hardcover. This book provides the basics by which researchers can approach basic and applied problems of management and enquiry of biosequence databases, as well as learn to develop computer models for the description of biological processes. Num Pages: 442 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 187 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1002.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 442
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471391289
- ISBN
- 9780471391289
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 212.30
€ 212.30
Hardcover. Treatment is comprehensive and more advanced than other forestry textbooks, featuring chapters on range management, watershed management, and remote sensing, along with revised chapters on measurement of the forest, structure and function of forest trees, and structure and properties of wood. Editor(s): Young, Raymond A.; Giese, Ronald L. Num Pages: 576 pages, tables, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 200 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1180.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471331452
- ISBN
- 9780471331452
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.46
€ 322.46
Hardcover. A behind-the-scenes look at the most lucrative discipline within biotechnology Bioinformatics represents a new area of opportunity for investors and industry participants. Companies are spending billions on the potentially lucrative products that will come from bioinformatics. Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 31. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471327882
- ISBN
- 9780471327882
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 42.62
€ 54.99
€ 42.62
Hardcover. This volume describes the complete process of analyzing protein sequences by mass spectrometry including sample preparation, analysis, and data interpretation at a practical level. It provides sufficient experimental detail to carry out the experiments and consistently achieve good results. Series: Wiley-Interscience Series on Mass Spectrometry. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNFS; PSAK; PSBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471322498
- ISBN
- 9780471322498
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 206.11
€ 206.11
Hardcover. Plant pathology looks at the nature and control of plant diseases, it is a highly diversified science with many specialities and divisions. Topics covered in this book include nematology, physiology, virology, phytobacteria, epidemiology and mycopathology. Editor(s): Maloy, O.C.; Murray, Timothy D. Num Pages: 1368 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSTP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 289 x 220 x 70. Weight in Grams: 3539.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 1368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471298175
- ISBN
- 9780471298175
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 1,447.33
€ 1,447.33
Hardcover. Authoritative coverage of a revolutionary technique for overcoming problems in electromagnetic design Genetic algorithms are stochastic search procedures modeled on the Darwinian concepts of natural selection and evolution. Editor(s): Rahmat-Samii, Yahya; Michielssen, Eric. Series: Wiley Series in Microwave and Optical Engineering. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBW; PSAK; TJF; TJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 168 x 32. Weight in Grams: 874.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471295457
- ISBN
- 9780471295457
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.62
€ 255.62
Hardcover. This text presents reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. With emphasis on methodology, understanding crop genetics, and applications to major crops, it covers a range of crops such as row crops, fruits, and vegetables. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSD; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 163 x 31. Weight in Grams: 672.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- Volume 16
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471254461
- ISBN
- 9780471254461
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 386.84
€ 386.84
Hardcover. Discussing the major issues of microbial biodiversity, this book provides readers with a clear perspective of how it differs from that of plants and animals as well as how it has evolved. Bringing together experts from around the world, the book offers a unique source of information that spans the diversity of microbial life. Series: Wiley Series in Ecological & Applied Microbiology. Num Pages: 592 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 168 x 36. Weight in Grams: 994.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471254331
- ISBN
- 9780471254331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 216.01
€ 216.01
Hardcover. By the end of the last century, it was known from microscopic studies that most cells contain small elongated bodies (mitochondria). It has recently been discovered that their true function is as complex organelles possessing inner and outer membranes and even their own DNA. Num Pages: 560 pages, bibliog , index. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 191 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1172.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471238058
- ISBN
- 9780471238058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 212.30
€ 212.30
Paperback. As genomic science and potential gene therapies continue to develop, the detection of mutations plays an increasingly central role in diverse areas of biology. With innumerable detection techniques available spanning multiple disciplines, the choice of the best method for a particular study can prove exceedingly difficult. Editor(s): Taylor, Graham R.; Day, Ian N. Num Pages: 330 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 180 x 16. Weight in Grams: 588.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471234449
- ISBN
- 9780471234449
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 188.46
€ 188.46
Hardcover. With implications that go to the core of what it means to be human, the issues raised by genetic manipulation especially cloning have sparked a passionate debate among governmental, religious, and scientific quarters, as well as the media and the general public. This work covers this topic. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBDC; PDR; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471206477
- ISBN
- 9780471206477
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.36
€ 129.36
Hardcover. This volume includes contributions of Monte Carlo simulations to the fields of quantum chemistry, materials science, biophysical chemistry and chemical dynamics, and spans a wide range of topics from few-body to many-body systems, small molecules to large biomolecules, and others. Editor(s): Ferguson, David M.; Siepmann, J. Ilja; Truhlar, Donald G. Series: Advances in Chemical Physics. Num Pages: 556 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PHM; PNRP; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 162 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1040.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 105
- Number of pages
- 556
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471196303
- ISBN
- 9780471196303
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 561.37
€ 561.37
Paperback. Neurotransmitter receptors are sites and systems within the brain and central nervous system (CNS) that act as links in the information processing chain. This is an important area of research because certain substances such as nicotine and heroin affect the way receptors process information. Editor(s): Ariano, Marjorie A. Series: Receptor Biochemistry & Methodology. Num Pages: 250 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 182 x 12. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- New edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471195245
- ISBN
- 9780471195245
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 237.05
€ 237.05
Paperback. The past decade has seen tremendous advances in the study of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), including the molecular cloning and identification of more than 100 hundred GPCR genes. Editor(s): Lynch, Kevin R. Series: Receptor Biochemistry & Methodology. Num Pages: 222 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSBC; TCBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 181 x 11. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 222
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471194934
- ISBN
- 9780471194934
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 224.67
€ 224.67