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Biology, life sciences

Paperback. A discussion of the recent advances in the field of nucleo-cytoplasmic transport for senior undergraduate and postgraduate biologists emphasizing the role of methodology in both formulating problems and answering them. Illustrator(s): Harvey, Jen. Num Pages: 160 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSD; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412321900
ISBN
9780412321900
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 123.71

Hardback. This book draws together many aspects of the functional biology of clonal animals, from their taxonomy and feeding ecology to their life-histories and evolutionary biology. The mechanism of somatic division and parthenogenesis and the benefits of cloning to a variety of Metazoa are examined. Series: Functional Biology. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1989
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412331305
ISBN
9780412331305
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.62

Hardback. Beginning with an outline of the physical chemistry of oxygen and its role in evolution, this book examines the ability of organisms to survive without oxygen and progresses from simple organisms, such as Metazoans, to more complicated ones, such as arthropods and vertebrates. Editor(s): Bryant, C. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 609.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412333606
ISBN
9780412333606
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 246.14

Hardback. Illustrates the application of tissue culture to conservation of plant genetic resources using major crops as examples. This book reviews the techniques in common use and looks at more novel techniques being used to enhance the existing methodology. Editor(s): Dodds, John M. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
247
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412338700
ISBN
9780412338700
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.14

Paperback. Essentially concerned with how nitrogen-fixing organisms function and why they are of practical importance, this book reflects the influence on this subject of recent developments in biochemistry, molecular biology, genetic engineering and other biotechnologies. Num Pages: 264 pages, 28 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSD; PSGD; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 415.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412346903
ISBN
9780412346903
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.45

Hardback. A synthesis of fungal physiology, plant pathology and biology, this work covers interactions between higher plants and fungi at the cellular and biochemical level as well as their ecological importance and theories as to their evolution. Num Pages: 430 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 785.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
430
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412353901
ISBN
9780412353901
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 248.54

Paperback. Describes disease symptoms caused by plant viruses, followed by a description of procedures used to transmit viruses experimentally, virus purification and virus identification. The book discusses the ways in which viruses are transmitted biologically and plant virus epidemiology. Num Pages: 352 pages, 40 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 545.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1991
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412357404
ISBN
9780412357404
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 154.36

Hardback. The author describes the structure, cellular composition, metabolism and proteins of the normal lens, then deals with the ageing lens, epidemiology of the cataract, experimental cataracts, human cataracts and how prevention eliminates the risks involved with surgery. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412360503
ISBN
9780412360503
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 364.50

Hardback. Symbiotic associations are of great importance in agriculture and forestry, especially in plant nutrition and plant cultivation. This book provides an introduction to the subject. It places emphasis on describing the variety of symbiotic relationships and their agricultural and environmental applications. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSGD; PST; PSV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 28. Weight in Grams: 742.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412362309
ISBN
9780412362309
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 247.99

Hardback. This volume summarizes the enormous wealth of data and hypotheses elaborated in the huge research field of control mechanisms in bird migration. Topics covered include: control systems and ecophysiology; and current microevolutionary processes. Num Pages: 366 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW6; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 698.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
366
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412363801
ISBN
9780412363801
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 247.65

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

€ 248.34

Paperback. Provides a critical overview of the state of the art in biological systematics and presents a broad perspective of the subject, covering its history, theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on the species concept and the methodology of phylogenetic reconstruction. Num Pages: 404 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1250.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
404
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412364402
ISBN
9780412364402
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 245.79

Hardback. An identification handbook containing descriptions of 974 species of non-gilled fungi in 277 genera and figures of 543 of them. There are two major keys to genera and a key to the species in each genus that contains more than one species. Num Pages: 342 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 659.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
342
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412369704
ISBN
9780412369704
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 247.13

Hardback. Provides a unified approach to the study of running waters and aims to provide a scientific basis for sustainable management of rivers. This work views rivers as structured, four-dimensional systems and integrates ecological and geomorphological approaches to provide a holistic perspective on river dynamics. Editor(s): Petts, Geoff E.; Amoros, C. (Universite Claude-Bernard, Ecologie des Eaux douces et des Grands Fleuves, Lyon, France). Num Pages: 322 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RBKF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 652.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
322
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412371004
ISBN
9780412371004
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.65

paperback. Intended for medical students and human geneticists, this book aims to bridge the gap between molecular biology and human genetics. Num Pages: 432 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1650.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Kluwer Boston Incorporated United Kingdom
Edition
1994th Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412373404
ISBN
9780412373404
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 195.01

hardcover. Covers the development and use of the electric sense in fishes. This book includes coverage of taxonomy of the species involved, electric organs and electroreception, hormones and behaviour and the role of other sensory systems in conjunction with the electric sense. It is sutable for fish biologists, physiologists, and evolutionary scientists. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 608 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Kluwer Boston Incorporated United Kingdom
Edition
1995th Edition
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412373800
ISBN
9780412373800
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 489.66

Hardback. Tinbergen was one of the founding fathers of ethology and received the Nobel Prize for Biology and Medicine in 1973. This book looks at Tinbergen's influence on the science of animal behaviour, via his books, films and lectures. Editor(s): Dawkins, Marian Stamp; Halliday, T. R. (Open University, UK); Dawkins, Richard. Num Pages: 146 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 169 x 240 x 15. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
146
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412391200
ISBN
9780412391200
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 190.07

Hardback. A presentation of the proceedings of a WHO meeting held in Krefeld in the Federal Republic of Germany, 17-20 October 1989. The essays explore the effect of toxic chemicals on human genetics, regarding this as one factor in an individual's health response to environmental chemicals. Editor(s): Grandjean, Philippe. Num Pages: 288 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 609.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412392900
ISBN
9780412392900
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.78

hardcover. The study of deleterious or beneficial biochemical interactions between plants (allelopathy) and the chemicals responsible for these interactions (allelochemicals) has wide implications in many areas of biological science. This book provides coverage of different aspects of this subject. Editor(s): Rizvi, S. J. H.; Rizvi, V. Num Pages: 480 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 885.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Edition
1992nd Edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412394003
ISBN
9780412394003
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 250.25

Hardback. Epithelia are one of the commonest tissue types in the animal kingdom. This book contains chapters which use examples from different systems to illustrate the form and function of epithelia. Editor(s): Fleming, Tom P. Num Pages: 385 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSD; PSF; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 747.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
385
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412398902
ISBN
9780412398902
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 248.05

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