Zoology & animal sciences
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Zoology & animal sciences
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
€ 54.20
€ 54.20
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
€ 191.39
€ 191.39
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
€ 239.70
€ 239.70
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
€ 185.70
€ 185.70
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
€ 304.77
€ 304.77
Hardback. Some field studies of primates have been ongoing for decades now, covering multiple generations and providing unique insights. Here, leading field workers report on the history and infrastructure of their projects in Madagascar, Africa, Asia and South America. Editor(s): Kappeler, Peter M.; Watts, David P. Num Pages: 484 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW79. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 883.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 484
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642225130
- ISBN
- 9783642225130
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.69
€ 187.69
Hardback. Series: Naturwissenschaften Im Fokus. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: JHMP; JM; MB; PSB; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 193 x 132 x 20. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642243325
- ISBN
- 9783642243325
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.77
€ 26.99
€ 23.77
paperback. Num Pages: 184 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: JFFN; MQCZ; PSB; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642249242
- ISBN
- 9783642249242
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 80.17
€ 80.17
Paperback. This first full overview on all aspects of aestivation explores the phenomenon of aestivation from different perspectives and levels of organization. It addresses the topic not only in reptiles, but also in mammals, birds, fish, sponges, insects and fossils. Editor(s): Carvalho, Jose Eduardo; Navas, Carlos Arturo. Series: Progress in Molecular and Subcellular Biology. Num Pages: 282 pages, 35 black & white illustrations, 3 colour illustrations, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSF; PSV; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 439.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642261381
- ISBN
- 9783642261381
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.01
€ 186.01
Paperback. 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 16. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642264313
- ISBN
- 9783642264313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 239.08
€ 239.08
Paperback. 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: PSAF; PSVT; RBGB; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642265945
- ISBN
- 9783642265945
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.43
€ 186.43
Paperback. 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: PSV; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 90
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642266744
- ISBN
- 9783642266744
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 184.56
€ 184.56
Paperback. Editor(s): Nagase, Hiroshi. Series: Topics in Current Chemistry. Num Pages: 328 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; PSB; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642266935
- ISBN
- 9783642266935
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 352.95
€ 352.95
Paperback. 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): Petta, Paolo; Pelachaud, Catherine; Cowie, Roddy. Series: Cognitive Technologies. Num Pages: 794 pages, biography. BIC Classification: J; PSVP; UYQ; UYZG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1229.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 794
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642267000
- ISBN
- 9783642267000
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 242.46
€ 242.46
Paperback. This, the first review of the range of factors affecting the welfare of farmed flightless birds, focuses on the ostrich, emu and rhea. It discusses husbandry and management protocols at each stage of the farming process as well as their welfare implications. Editor(s): Glatz, Phil; Lunam, Christine; Malecki, Irek. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 266 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSV; PSVS; RNKH; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642268519
- ISBN
- 9783642268519
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 270.75
€ 270.75
paperback. 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: LNKJ; PSVS; RNK; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 415.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Germany
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642270611
- ISBN
- 9783642270611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 132.87
€ 132.87
Paperback. Explores the technical aspects associated with bird flight and migration on wings. This title provides an introduction on the bird's migration, reviews the aerodynamics and Energetics of Flight and presents the calculation of the Migration Range. Series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology. Num Pages: 91 pages, 21 black & white illustrations, 4 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHDF; PSVD; TGMF; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 153.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 91
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642279249
- ISBN
- 9783642279249
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.05
€ 57.05
Ecology of Faunal Communities on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
. Ed(S): Venkataraman, K.; Raghunathan, C.; S...
Hardback. This book examines the fascinating faunal communities of The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, known for their rich biodiversity and a very high degree of endemicity in all taxa. It provides the fundamentals for their conservation and environmental management. Editor(s): Venkataraman, K.; Raghunathan, C.; Sivaperuman, C. Num Pages: 340 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKAS; PSAF; PSVS; RNCB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 695.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642283345
- ISBN
- 9783642283345
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.65
€ 187.65
Hardback. This book discusses the transmission of agents of disease (prions, viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites) by means of vectors belonging to licking or blood-sucking arthropods including mites, ticks and insects that live near or among humans and their houses. Editor(s): Mehlhorn, Heinz. Series: Parasitology Research Monographs. Num Pages: 404 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MMFP; MZ; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 765.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642288418
- ISBN
- 9783642288418
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.16
€ 242.16
Hardback. Most birds cannot cover the distance between their breeding and winter quarters in one hop. They have to make multiple flights alternated with stopovers. This title summarizes our knowledge on the ecology of songbird migrants during migratory stopovers and on their behaviour. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVP; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 457.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642290190
- ISBN
- 9783642290190
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.18
€ 186.18
Hardback. Acknowledging both the use of animal-derived medicinal products since ancient times, and today's sustainability imperative, this book surveys the role of animals in traditional folk medicine and contemporary implications for wildlife conservation. Editor(s): Alves, Romulo; Rosa, Ierece Lucena. Num Pages: 508 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSV; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 919.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 508
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642290251
- ISBN
- 9783642290251
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.05
€ 189.05
Environmental Stress and Amelioration in Livestock Production
. Ed(S): Sejian, Veerasamy; Naqvi, S.M.K.; Ez...
Hardback. Offering case studies from diverse ecological zones, this book systematically and comprehensively addresses all aspects of environmental stresses and livestock productivity, this book is a useful tool for understanding the intricacies of stress physiology. Editor(s): Sejian, Veerasamy; Naqvi, S.M.K.; Ezeji, Thaddeus C.; Lakritz, Jeffrey; Lal, Rattan. Num Pages: 592 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1046.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642292040
- ISBN
- 9783642292040
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.82
€ 242.82
Behavioral Lateralization in Vertebrates: Two Sides of the Same Coin
. Ed(S): Csermely, Davide; Regolin, Lucia
hardcover. This book explores the emergence and adaptive function of lateralization in a wide range of vertebrate taxa, from its effects on fishes, to lizard behavior, to social learning in chicks, to manual lateralization (handedness) in humans and apes. Editor(s): Csermely, Davide; Regolin, Lucia. Num Pages: 152 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 409.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Germany
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642302022
- ISBN
- 9783642302022
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.31
€ 184.31
Hardcover. This book examines the content and influence of selected books published over the last fifty years that have influenced improvements in animal welfare. Offers the necessary basis for an informed and comprehensive approach to improving the welfare of animals. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 128 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSV; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 14. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642305764
- ISBN
- 9783642305764
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.68
€ 194.68