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Paperback. This book covers the way that all known types of eyes work, from their optics to the behaviour they guide. The ways that eyes sample the world in space and time are considered, and the evolutionary origins of eyes are discussed. This new edition incorporates discoveries made since the first edition published in 2001. Series: Oxford Animal Biology Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, Numerous illustrations, plus a 4 page colour plate section. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199581146
- ISBN
- 9780199581146
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 85.98
€ 85.98
Hardback. This is a summary of current research on distance orientation in animals, including such phenomena as spatial activity inside familiar areas and long distance migration. It covers a range of invertebrate and vertebrate species, giving an overview of homing in natural and experimental situations. Editor(s): Papi, F. Series: Chapman & Hall Animal Behaviour Series. Num Pages: 390 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVS; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 747.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 390
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412363900
- ISBN
- 9780412363900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.36
€ 257.36
Paperback. Offers a review of the principal findings from more than a century of research into animal intelligence. This title presents a historical survey of the methods that are used to study animal intelligence, and follows by summarizing the contribution made by learning processes to intelligent behavior. Num Pages: 432 pages, 20 colour tables. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 20. Weight in Grams: 948.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841696560
- ISBN
- 9781841696560
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.22
€ 73.22
Hardback. Presents a broad picture of the adaptations and responses of terrestrial and aquatic animals to low temperatures. It draws together recent research into topics such as hibernation, antifreezes in fish and the evolution of warm-bloodedness. A chapter on humans and cold is also included. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412403507
- ISBN
- 9780412403507
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.15
€ 199.15
Paperback. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 409.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401050357
- ISBN
- 9789401050357
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 193.83
€ 193.83
Paperback. BIC Classification: PSVT. Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 349.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1975
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412213601
- ISBN
- 9780412213601
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.10
€ 127.10
Paperback. Series: Dahlem Workshop Report. Num Pages: 430 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148 x 22. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1982
- Number of pages
- 430
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642684715
- ISBN
- 9783642684715
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.51
€ 128.51
Hardcover. Are animals consciously aware of anything, or are they merely living machines incapable of conscious thoughts or emotions? How can we tell? In this volume Griffin demonstrates how communication between animals can serve as a "window" into what animals think and feel. Num Pages: 376 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 160 x 235 x 31. Weight in Grams: 720.
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- New ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226308654
- ISBN
- 9780226308654
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.58
€ 51.58
Paperback. Editor(s): Owen, J.B.; Treasure, Janet; Collier, D.A. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; MJ; MMH; PSAN; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 409.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2001
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048157433
- ISBN
- 9789048157433
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.14
€ 194.14
Hardback. Our knowledge of reproductive biology has increased enormously in recent years on cellular, molecular, and genetic levels, leading to significant breakthroughs that have directly benefitted in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in humans and animal systems. Editor(s): Schatten, Heide; Constantinescu, Gheorghe M. Num Pages: 600 pages. BIC Classification: MFKC; PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 182 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1292.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 600
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118881606
- ISBN
- 9781118881606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 231.55
€ 231.55
Hardback. This fully revised and updated third edition reflects intensified interest in the field and provides information essential to researchers interested in using animal models for cardiovascular research, or any research requiring normal cardiovascular function. Num Pages: 431 pages, 19 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MJD; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 431
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387959610
- ISBN
- 9780387959610
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.03
€ 203.03
Paperback. This fully revised and updated third edition reflects intensified interest in the field and provides information essential to researchers interested in using animal models for cardiovascular research, or any research requiring normal cardiovascular function. Num Pages: 431 pages, 19 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MJD; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 700.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 3rd ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 431
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441930705
- ISBN
- 9781441930705
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 195.66
€ 195.66
Paperback. Num Pages: 630 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MB; MJD; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 32. Weight in Grams: 948.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1985
- Number of pages
- 630
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401087179
- ISBN
- 9789401087179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 131.15
€ 131.15
Hardback. This book examines animal models of global cerebral ischemia, focal cerebral ischemia and neonatal hypoxia-ischemia, as well as traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury. Offers step-by-step procedures and expert guidance on use of specific assessments. Editor(s): Chen, Jun; Xu, Xiao-Ming; Xu, Zao C.; Zhang, John H. Series: Springer Protocols Handbooks. Num Pages: 736 pages, 25 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1563.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 736
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617797811
- ISBN
- 9781617797811
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.49
€ 201.49
Hardback. This volume collects information on acute neurological injuries from cells and molecules to behavior and imaging, a key to understanding disease mechanisms and to developing therapeutic strategies to ameliorate or even prevent damage to the nervous system. Editor(s): Chen, Jun; Xu, Xiao-Ming; Xu, Zao C.; Zhang, John H. Series: Springer Protocols Handbooks. Num Pages: 742 pages, 42 black & white illustrations, 125 colour illustrations, 36 black & white tables, biogra. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1578.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 742
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617795756
- ISBN
- 9781617795756
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.49
€ 201.49
Hardback. In this provocative and cutting-edge book, expert neuroscientists focus on approaches to translate and compare behavioral tests used in animals with those used in humans. The chapters provide authoritative reviews of many commonly used approaches in the field. Editor(s): Raber, Jacob. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 354 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 22. Weight in Grams: 861.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 354
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607618829
- ISBN
- 9781607618829
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.72
€ 203.72
Hardback. This book brings together developments in 'in vivo' experimental tumor research of the last two decades that have advanced understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the generation, progression, and clinical outcome of brain neoplasms. Editor(s): Martinez Murillo, Ricardo; Martinez, Alfredo. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 391 pages, 7 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1029.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 391
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781627032087
- ISBN
- 9781627032087
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.70
€ 198.70
Hardback. Comprehensive and efficient, this book will significantly aid both experienced animal researchers as well as investigators on the verge of beginning animal model-based dementia research. It includes a large, comprehensive section on Alzheimer's disease. Editor(s): Deyn, Peter Paul de; Dam, Debby van. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 732 pages, 25 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJND; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 257 x 183 x 55. Weight in Grams: 1488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 732
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607618973
- ISBN
- 9781607618973
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.96
€ 200.96
Hardback. This book provides an up-to-date review of complex behavioral paradigms that model different stages of drug addiction and explain how each test is used to effectively replicate the progression of this disorder. Editor(s): Olmstead, Mary C. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 484 pages, 13 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MMH; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1075.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 484
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607619338
- ISBN
- 9781607619338
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.90
€ 131.90
Hardback. This combined analysis of the environmental, genetic and social causes of eating disorders includes lab-ready protocols as well as contributions from authors well versed in deploying the methodologies. It is a vital new volume in the Neuromethods series. Editor(s): Avena, Nicole M. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 379 pages, 18 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJN; MMH; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 935.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 379
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781627031035
- ISBN
- 9781627031035
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.75
€ 196.75