Life sciences: general issues
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Life sciences: general issues
Hardback. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 378 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 719.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 378
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792304609
- ISBN
- 9780792304609
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.97
€ 247.97
Hardback. There has been a dramatic increase of interest in the genetic, microbiological and biochemical properties of lactic acid bacteria. This book concentrates upon the genetic and biotechnological aspects of the subject. Editor(s): Gasson, Michael J.; Vos, W. de. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780751400984
- ISBN
- 9780751400984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 249.32
€ 249.32
Hardback. Num Pages: 202 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers Group Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780746201220
- ISBN
- 9780746201220
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.16
€ 191.16
hardcover. Summarizes the knowledge about the structure and stability of microbial genomes, and reviews the techniques used to analyze and fingerprint them. This title includes maps of approximately thirty important microbes, along with articles on the construction and relevant features of the maps. It focuses on the analysis of small genomes. Editor(s): Bruijn, Frans J. de; Lupski, J.R. (Institute for Molecular Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas, USA); Weinstock, G.M. (Department of Biochemistry, Medical School University of Texas, Houston, Texas, USA). Num Pages: 793 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK1; PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1326.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Number of pages
- 793
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412991417
- ISBN
- 9780412991417
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 245.64
€ 245.64
Hardback. This work covers such topics as identifying novel genes and determining gene function, control sequences, and developmental switches. The book aims to demonstrate how different approaches taken with model organisms will aid in our understanding of the results coming out of the Human Genome Project. Editor(s): Clark, Melody. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 603.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412830808
- ISBN
- 9780412830808
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.35
€ 124.35
Paperback. Evolved out of successful masters level courses in Conservation and Environmental Economics taught for several years at University College London. Editor(s): Goldsmith, F.B. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; 1KLS; PSAF; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 613.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412815201
- ISBN
- 9780412815201
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 191.12
€ 191.12
hardcover. Evolved out of masters level courses in Conservation and Environmental Economics taught at University College London. This book covers a spectrum of disciplines. Editor(s): Goldsmith, F.B. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 416 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; 1KLS; PSAF; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 791.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412815102
- ISBN
- 9780412815102
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.65
€ 195.65
Hardback. Focuses on the dynamical processes influencing the structure of coral communities. This book highlights various biological and physical processes operating across different spatiotemporal scales (niche partitioning, biological interactions, disturbance phenomena, large-scale tectonic, eustatic, climatic, and oceanographic processes). Series: Population and Community Biology Series. Num Pages: 250 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1210.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412795503
- ISBN
- 9780412795503
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.21
€ 128.21
Paperback. Includes chapters on the major transitions in animal evolution. This book covers comparative embryonic development and includes developments in genetics and molecular biology. Num Pages: 491 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 26. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1999
- Number of pages
- 491
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412785900
- ISBN
- 9780412785900
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 247.87
€ 247.87
Hardback. Covers major transitions in animal evolution. This book covers comparative embryonic development and the inclusion of advances in genetics and molecular biology. It details the historical background leading to evolutionary embryology. It also explores embryos in development and embryos in evolution. Num Pages: 491 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1099.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1999
- Number of pages
- 491
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412785801
- ISBN
- 9780412785801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 245.56
€ 245.56
Hardback. Evaluates the reputation of the coelacanth, presenting accounts of the structure of fossil coelacanths, and suggests a family history to show that there have been subtle but significant changes in coelacanth history. Num Pages: 434 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 969.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 434
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412784804
- ISBN
- 9780412784804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.97
€ 243.97
Hardback. Records the plenary proceedings of the 12th triennial International Chromosone Conference, presenting an overview of the concerns in the developing studies of animal, plant and human cytogenetics. This volume explores the integration of molecular biology and cytogenetics. Editor(s): Henriquez-Gil, N.; Parker, J. S. (University of Reading, UK); Puertas, M. J. Series: Chromosomes today. Num Pages: 379 pages, 55 black & white illustrations, 26 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 859.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 379
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412752407
- ISBN
- 9780412752407
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.97
€ 189.97
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
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
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412561504
- ISBN
- 9780412561504
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.87
€ 125.87
Paperback. This text presents a concise account of modern cytogenetics. Basic facts are presented together with illustrative examples from plant, animal and medical cytogenetics. Selected references guide the reader to recent literature. New molecular cytogenetics techniques are reviewed. Editor(s): Wall, W.; Clark, M. Num Pages: 346 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 189 x 18. Weight in Grams: 696.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412555305
- ISBN
- 9780412555305
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 241.94
€ 241.94
Paperback. Aims to help students develop a basic understanding and confidence on all matters relating to animal chromosomes. This book presents animal cytology as a science of seeing and interpreting chromosome form and behaviour, and of appreciating its evolutionary significance. Num Pages: 249 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 790.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412546006
- ISBN
- 9780412546006
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.37
€ 125.37
Hardback. Offers an adaptionist interpretation of the basic features of recombination, its evolutionary significance as a key process in reproduction and its importance in genetic mapping. This book synthesizes information in the fields of evloutionary genetics of recombination, the analysis of genetic markers and breeding applications. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412494109
- ISBN
- 9780412494109
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.46
€ 242.46
Hardback. Based on the proceedings at an international conference held at the University of Wales, Bangor, UK on 10-16 September 1992, this book brings together the current position of research into the evolution and genetics of plants and animals in aquatic habitats. Editor(s): Beaumont, A.R. Num Pages: 557 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 30. Weight in Grams: 956.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 557
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412493706
- ISBN
- 9780412493706
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 368.59
€ 368.59
Hardback. Presents a guide to a field invigorated by technical advances in molecular and developmental biology. This book is suitable for students and researchers in areas such as developmental biology, vertebrate zoology and palaeontology. Num Pages: 366 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412483004
- ISBN
- 9780412483004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.32
€ 194.32
Paperback. Discusses human motor control, covering such topics as the functional consequences of reflexes, the cerebral cortex, the cerebellum, the basal ganglia and locomotion and balance. Throughout the text, basic science is related to neurological diseases of the motor system. Num Pages: 520 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 0. Weight in Grams: 783.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412477003
- ISBN
- 9780412477003
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 189.25
€ 189.25
hardcover. The chapters in the latest volume of "Chromosomes Today" aim to represent the forefront of cytogenetic resarch. Particular emphasis is laid on the interface between cytogenetics and molecular biology. Num Pages: 406 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 899.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1993rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 406
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412476709
- ISBN
- 9780412476709
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.28
€ 243.28
Hardback. Looks at how an animal is organized to carry out a difficult task - that of feeding on plants. The complex adaptations necessary to enable animals to obtain nutrients successfully from a herbivorous diet are many. This book examines these problems from the perspective of reptiles. Num Pages: 168 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 11. Weight in Grams: 527.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412461101
- ISBN
- 9780412461101
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.31
€ 192.31
Paperback. Provides a treatment of plant anatomy and morphology for biology undergraduates, adopting a problem-based functional approach and exploring plant diversity as a series of different solutions to the design problems facing plant life on land. Num Pages: 340 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSTD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 669.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412442308
- ISBN
- 9780412442308
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.58
€ 124.58