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Paperback. Optimization theory is designed to find the best ways of doing things. This work shows how extraordinarily diverse branches of biology are illuminated by the powerful methods of optimization theory. It also explains the mathematics involved, with biology students in mind. It is also useful for professionals, ranging from teachers to researchers. Num Pages: 176 pages, 38 line illus. 7 tables. BIC Classification: PDE; PSAJ; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 257.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691027982
ISBN
9780691027982
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 95.99
€ 74.89

The broader social context in which scientists work is just as important to the project of naming, describing, classifying, and, ultimately, explaining life. Num Pages: 392 pages, 11, 11 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; BGTA; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 670.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421406008
ISBN
9781421406008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.98

Paperback. We have long attributed man's violent, aggressive, competitive nature to his animal ancestry. But what if we are just as given to cooperation, empathy, and morality by virtue of our genes? This work looks at the most provocative aspects of human nature - power, sex, violence, kindness, and morality. Num Pages: 300 pages, Black and white photographs. BIC Classification: JM; PSAJ; PSVW79. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 226.
Publisher
Granta Books
Number of pages
300
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781862078826
ISBN
9781862078826
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.64

Hardcover. Series: Poyser Monographs. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 166 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1120.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408136751
ISBN
9781408136751
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 102.09

Hardback. From the great horned to the tiny elf owl, this amazing volume captures the beauty and mystery of these charismatic birds of prey. Num Pages: 264 pages, 207, 188 colour illustrations, 19 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 229 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1498.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801886874
ISBN
9780801886874
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 40.61

This volume presents a unique comparative treatment of the role oxidative stress plays in vertebrates and invertebrates in multiple organ systems with regards to cell death, development, aging, and human diseases, and anti-oxidant therapy. Editor(s): Farooqui, Tahira; Farooqui, Akhlaq A. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSF; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 285 x 220 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1216.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118001943
ISBN
9781118001943
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 204.00

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, colour photos. BIC Classification: PSVW1; WSXF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 147 x 8. Weight in Grams: 236.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada Canada
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780888393791
ISBN
9780888393791
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.28

Hardback. Pacific Salmon Life Histories gives detailed descriptions of the different life phases through which each of the seven species pass. Editor(s): Margolis, L. Num Pages: 608 pages, illustrations, colour plates, maps, tables, geographical index, general index. BIC Classification: 1QSP; GBC; PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 6452 x 5487 x 36. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774803595
ISBN
9780774803595
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 148.21

Paperback. Parasites can: rewrite DNA; rewire the brain; genetically engineer viruses as weapons; and turn healthy hosts into the living dead. This book follows researchers as they penetrate the mysteries of these omnipotent creatures who control evolution, ecxosystems, and perhaps the future of mankind. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSGH; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
V9780743200110
ISBN
9780743200110
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.37

hardcover. Examines research into the molecular biology, genomics and transcriptomics of, and control strategies for, flatworm parasites. These include Cestodes and Trematodes. This book explores three main areas: phylogeny, genetics and transcriptomes; immunobiology, host-parasite interaction and control; and protein function, metabolism and physiology. Editor(s): Maule, A. G. (Queen's University, Belfast); Marks, N. J. (Queen's University, Belfast). Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMFP; MZMP; PSVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1134.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851990279
ISBN
9780851990279
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 177.26

Paperback. Synthesizes the latest developments in the ecology and evolution of animal parasites for a new generation of parasitologists. Num Pages: 510 pages, 283 b/w illus. 30 colour illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSGH; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 189 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1120.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
575
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521122054
ISBN
9780521122054
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.09

Paperback. .
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861892379
ISBN
9781861892379
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.18

Hardback. Explores recent scientific discoveries and what they reveal about the lives of wild parrots, which are among the most intelligent and rarest of birds. This book focuses on general patterns across the 350-odd species of parrots, as well as what can be learned from interesting exceptions to these generalities. Num Pages: 346 pages, 89 color images, 13 line illustrations, 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. .
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
346
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520239258
ISBN
9780520239258
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 32.88

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295992846
ISBN
9780295992846
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.70

Hardback. Need-to-know information on the classification and identification of aquatic invertebrates This Fourth Edition of the standard reference used by generations of professionals and students is the source for authoritative information on the natural history, ecology, and taxonomy of free-living American freshwater invertebrates. Num Pages: 648 pages, illustrations, colour plates, photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; PSPF; PSPM; PSVT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 258 x 181 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1240.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
4 Rev ed
Number of pages
648
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471358374
ISBN
9780471358374
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.03

Hardcover. Num Pages: 551 pages. BIC Classification: KNAF; MZ; PSV; R; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 150. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Astral International India
Number of pages
551
Condition
New
SKU
V9789351241379
ISBN
9789351241379
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.05
€ 113.66

Hardcover. Helps readers to gain a modern understanding of animal behavior. Presents a variety of different perspectives including genetics, neurological, learning and behavioral ecology Introduces the scientific reasoning and methodology of animal behavior Addresses development and mechanisms . Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PS; PSVP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 282 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1294.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
544
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470045176
ISBN
9780470045176
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 271.15

Paperback. Renowned veterinarian Dr. Nicholas Dodman breaks new ground with the profound recognition that humans' and other animals' minds work in similar ways. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JM; PSVP; WNG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 139. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Atria Books
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781476749037
ISBN
9781476749037
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.78

Hardback. Brings together a comprehensive review of the world's pheasants, partridges, quails, grouse, turkeys, guineafowl, buttonquails, sandgrouse, and the enigmatic Plains-wanderer - over 250 species in all. This book concentrates on detailed identification and distribution, but also highlights conservation issues where relevant. Series: Princeton Field Guides. Num Pages: 480 pages, 72 color plates. 250 color maps. BIC Classification: GBC; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1199.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University Press Group Ltd United States
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691089089
ISBN
9780691089089
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 166.97

Hardcover. Species of the genus Pheidole are the most abundant and diverse ants of the New World and range from the northern US to Argentina. In this text, Edward O. Wilson untangles its classification, time, characterising all 625 known species, and ordering them into 19 species groups. Num Pages: 818 pages, 1 color illustration insert, 650 fine line illustrations, 5 tables, 4 halftones. BIC Classification: 1K; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 310 x 241 x 53. Weight in Grams: 3006.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
818
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674002937
ISBN
9780674002937
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 196.59
€ 166.62

Hardback. Common among moths is a mate-finding system in which females emit a pheromone, which induces males to fly upwind along the pheromone plume. This title is suitable for entomologists, chemical ecologists, and pest management scientists, as well as for those studying pheromone communication and pest management. Editor(s): Allison, Jeremy D.; Carde, Ring T. Num Pages: 391 pages, 60 color images, 40 b/w illustrations, 20 tables. BIC Classification: PSV; PSVT7; RNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 216. .
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520278561
ISBN
9780520278561
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 73.74
€ 58.27

Hardcover. Editor(s): Gregory, Isabelle M. Num Pages: 260 pages, illus., tables & graphs. BIC Classification: PSB; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 185 x 20. Weight in Grams: 648.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
SKU
V9781616682835
ISBN
9781616682835
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 275.07
€ 190.03

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851993454
ISBN
9780851993454
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 201.17

Hardcover. Editor(s): Akutagawa, Eiji; Ozaki, Kazuo. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFG; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 260 x 183 x 16. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9781619426191
ISBN
9781619426191
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 234.10
€ 160.18

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