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Hardback. This comprehensive book portrays the freshwater ostracods providing details of their taxonomy, systematics, phylogeny and zoogeography, listing and discussing every taxonomic unit. It provides an invaluable source of information. Num Pages: 610 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1048.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 610
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642218095
- ISBN
- 9783642218095
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 319.86
€ 319.86
Hardback. This practical guide to the diplomatic negotiation strategies that convince governments and international institutions to protect animal welfare also introduces new approaches to fundraising and is aimed at both pragmatic and compassionate conservationists. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; PSAD; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642212734
- ISBN
- 9783642212734
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.82
€ 194.82
Hardback. Exploring mineralization occuring in association with organic molecules, from bio-silica to bacterial marine minerals to animal skeletons, this book connects recent research with the potential for bone regeneration and treatment or prevention of osteoporosis. Editor(s): Muller, Werner E. G. Series: Progress in Molecular and Subcellular Biology / Marine Molecular Biotechnology. Num Pages: 404 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; PSB; PSV; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 783.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642212291
- ISBN
- 9783642212291
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.53
€ 251.53
Hardback. This book, published in cooperation with the International Society for Transgenic Technology, details methods that can be applied to the creation and analysis of genetically modified animals. Topics range from standard techniques to sophisticated methods. Editor(s): Pease, Shirley; Saunders, Thomas L. Series: Springer Protocols Handbooks. Num Pages: 669 pages, 145 black & white illustrations, 65 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1465.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 669
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642207914
- ISBN
- 9783642207914
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.79
€ 200.79
Paperback / so. Series: Springer-Lehrbuch. Num Pages: 370 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PST; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2
- Number of pages
- 370
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642206276
- ISBN
- 9783642206276
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.75
€ 56.75
Biology and Conservation of the European Sturgeon Acipenser Sturio L. ...
. Ed(S): Williot, Patrick; Rochard, Eric; Des...
Hardback. This book aims to synthesize our current knowledge of Acipenser sturio and its management. This species, one of the most widespread sturgeon species all over Western Europe ranging from the Black Sea to the Baltic, is now on the verge of extinction. Editor(s): Williot, Patrick; Rochard, Eric; Desse-Berset, Nathalie; Kirschbaum, Frank; Gessner, Jorn. Num Pages: 668 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; RNC; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1202.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 668
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642206108
- ISBN
- 9783642206108
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.26
€ 254.26
Bioengineering Aspects in the Design of Gas Exchangers
John N. (University Of The Witwatersrand) Mai...
hardcover. Integrating and critically evaluating data from earth- and biological sciences, this book sums up decades of the author's work on comparative functional respiratory morphology. It provides insights into the evolution of respiratory means and processes. Num Pages: 329 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSB; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 329
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642203947
- ISBN
- 9783642203947
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.54
€ 195.54
Hardback. This book provides a comprehensive look at the development of echinoderm research in Latin America. It compiles all investigations published in international and local journals, reports, theses and other gray literature on the topic. Editor(s): Alvarado, Juan Jose; Solis-Marin, Francisco Alonso. Num Pages: 658 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVW73; RBKC; RGBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1082.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 658
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642200502
- ISBN
- 9783642200502
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.51
€ 199.51
Hardback. This book provides coverage of the state-of-the-art in Molecular and Functional Models in Neuropsychiatry. Animal models have a vital role to play in advancing this field. The book contains numerous illustrations and is written by leading experts in the field. Editor(s): Hagan, Jim J. Series: Current Topics in Behavioral Neurosciences. Num Pages: 408 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFGC; MJN; MMG; MMH; PSAN; PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 821.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642197024
- ISBN
- 9783642197024
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.74
€ 251.74
Hardback. Nature Helps.. explores how extracts derived from bacteria, marine organisms, plants and animals may help to treat infectious diseases. A broad spectrum of promising applications are described, including the use of organisms to aid diagnostics. Editor(s): Mehlhorn, Heinz. Series: Parasitology Research Monographs. Num Pages: 375 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSGH; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 375
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642193811
- ISBN
- 9783642193811
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.35
€ 251.35
Hardback. Includes "Recent Advances in the Synthesis of Morphine and Related Alkaloids"; "Opioids in Preclinical and Clinical Trials"; "Synthesis of 14-Alkoxymorphinan Derivatives and Their Pharmacological Actions"; and, "14-Amino-4,5-Epoxymorphinan Derivatives and Their Pharmacological Actions". Editor(s): Nagase, Hiroshi. Series: Topics in Current Chemistry. Num Pages: 328 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFGC; PSB; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 668.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642181061
- ISBN
- 9783642181061
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 372.81
€ 372.81
Hardback. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, black & white tables, colour tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: JM; PSB; PSPM; PSVW1; PSVW3; RBP; RNF; TN; TQ; WNCS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 689.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642172090
- ISBN
- 9783642172090
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.33
€ 107.33
Hardback. Covering animal suffering both directly inflicted and indirectly caused by humans, this volume examines the role education can play in improving animal welfare and reducing the vast amount of animal suffering that has been and is currently created by humans. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 90 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFZ; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 90
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642168130
- ISBN
- 9783642168130
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.05
€ 194.05
Hardback. This multi-authored work on the biology of Asian honey bees covers everything from phylogeny to dance languages and pollination. Its comprehensive coverage of European as well as Asian-language literature lays strong foundations for future research. Editor(s): Hepburn, H. Randall; Radloff, Sarah E. Num Pages: 681 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1274.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 681
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642164217
- ISBN
- 9783642164217
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.95
€ 254.95
Hardback. Bryozoa, a colonial animal phylum with a long evolutionary history, remain widespread today, even recording ambient environmental conditions in their skeletons. This synthesis of current research in Bryozoology covers both extant and extinct taxa. Editor(s): Ernst, Andrej; Schafer, Priska; Scholz, Joachim J. Series: Lecture Notes in Earth Sciences. Num Pages: 460 pages, 25 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVT; RBX; RGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 923.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 460
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642164101
- ISBN
- 9783642164101
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.23
€ 197.23
Hardback. Coordination in Human and Primate Groups is one of the first collections of the various methods and approaches used to assess group coordination processes. Written by psychologists and primatologists, the book represents a broad range of coordination research fields. Editor(s): Boos, Margarete; Kolbe, Michaela; Kappeler, Peter M.; Ellwart, Thomas. Num Pages: 288 pages, 18 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JMC; PSAJ; PSVP; PSVW79. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 675.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642153549
- ISBN
- 9783642153549
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.54
€ 195.54
Hardcover. Emerging from the HUMAINE project on emotion and computing, ths book covers theories and models; signals to signs; data and databases; emotion in interaction; emotion in cognition and action; persuasion and communication; usability; ethics and good practice. Editor(s): Cowie, Roddy; Petta, Paolo; Pelachaud, Catherine. Series: Cognitive Technologies. Num Pages: 794 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVP; TBC; UYQ; UYZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 161 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1330.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 820
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642151835
- ISBN
- 9783642151835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.04
€ 256.04
Hardback. This book examines the functions of earthworms, and their role in soil improvement, soil structure and the biocontrol of soil-borne plant fungal diseases. Covers earthworms' innate immune system, and the influences of organic farming systems and tillage. Editor(s): Karaca, Ayten. Series: Soil Biology. Num Pages: 330 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT; RBGB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 721.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642146350
- ISBN
- 9783642146350
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.85
€ 195.85
Hardback. Methanogens are prokaryotic microorganisms that produce methane. Presenting the latest results in the field of methanogenic archaea, this book provides a valuable source of information for scientists in microbiology and biochemistry. Editor(s): Hackstein, Johannes H.P. Series: Microbiology Monographs. Num Pages: 252 pages, 48 black & white illustrations, 9 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSF; PSG; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 589.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642136146
- ISBN
- 9783642136146
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.97
€ 194.97
Hardback. This book presents studies on organisms, from aquatic cyanobacteria that produce akinetes to hibernating mammals, revealing both common and divergent physiological and molecular pathways for surviving in a dormant form or for tolerating harsh environments. Editor(s): Lubzens, Esther; Cerda, Joan; Clark, Melody. Series: Topics in Current Genetics. Num Pages: 296 pages, 30 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSF; PSTD; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642124211
- ISBN
- 9783642124211
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.72
€ 250.72
Faunal Ecology and Conservation of the Great Indian Desert
. Ed(S): Sivaperuman, C.; Baqri, Qaiser H.; R...
Paperback. The Great Indian Desert is characterized by harsh climatic conditions and different habitats, from grassland to abandoned human habitations. This book examines the regional climate and microclimatic regime of this desert and its diverse faunal inhabitants. Editor(s): Sivaperuman, C.; Baqri, Qaiser H.; Ramaswamy, G.; Naseema, M. Num Pages: 222 pages, 40 black & white illustrations, 1 colour illustrations, 45 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVS; RNCB; RNF; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 750.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 222
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642099533
- ISBN
- 9783642099533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 229.16
€ 229.16
Paperback. In offering a wealth of geographic and climatic data from Africa, this book provides the basis for comparison between various African regions, and between Africa and other continents, for such topics as rural development, agriculture, and ecosystems. Num Pages: 241 pages, 63 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; PSVS; RBP; RGM; RNR; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 800.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642098932
- ISBN
- 9783642098932
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.02
€ 130.02
Paperback. This book reviews all major models and hypotheses concerning the mechanisms supposed to underlie the process of navigation in vertebrates. It covers data on all major model groups of vertebrates studied in the context of animal navigation. Num Pages: 166 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVD; PSVP; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 166
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642097478
- ISBN
- 9783642097478
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.05
€ 194.05
Paperback. This work addresses fundamental questions of biological energy transformation and conservation, focusing on processes now understood on a structural basis. The book is a rich source for specialists interested in recent developments as well as novices. Series: Results and Problems in Cell Differentiation. Num Pages: 312 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSF; PSG; PSTD; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642097362
- ISBN
- 9783642097362
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 249.66
€ 249.66