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Paperback. Chang examines how scientists first created thermometers; how they measured temperature beyond the reach of standard thermometers; and how they managed to assess the reliability and accuracy of these instruments without a circular reliance on the instruments themselves. Series: Oxford Studies in the Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 304 pages, Black and white throughout. BIC Classification: HP; JFCX; PDA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195337389
- ISBN
- 9780195337389
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.08
€ 70.08
hardcover. Authored by a leading name in mathematics, this engaging and clearly presented text leads the reader through the tactics involved in solving mathematical problems at the Mathematical Olympiad level. With numerous exercises and assuming only basic mathematics, this text is ideal for students of 14 years and above in pure mathematics. Num Pages: 116 pages, numerous line drawings, tables and mathematical examples. BIC Classification: PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 162 x 14. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 116
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199205615
- ISBN
- 9780199205615
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 156.43
€ 156.43
Paperback. The Physicochemical Basis of Pharmaceuticals explores the physical and chemical phenomena which affect the formulation and bio-availability of drug substances to give a straightforward, accessible treatment of the essential concepts affecting the absorption and distribution of drugs. Num Pages: 320 pages, 160 Colour Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNN; TDCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 189 x 15. Weight in Grams: 700.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199232840
- ISBN
- 9780199232840
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.95
€ 69.95
paperback. Physical Relativity is a critical examination of one of the foundations of modern science, Einstein's 1905 special theory of relativity. Harvey Brown defends an original interpretation of the theory, and hence of the nature of space and time, which combines Einstein's insights with those of his immediate precursors. Num Pages: 240 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDA; PDX; PGZ; PHR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199232925
- ISBN
- 9780199232925
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.70
€ 68.70
Paperback. Provides an overview of environmental biotechnology, focusing on how biotechnological techniques are applied to solve environmental problems, from monitoring of the environment and treatment of waste, to the removal of pollutants and extraction of oil and minerals. This book is meant for students to develop an understanding of biotechnology. Num Pages: 456 pages, numerous figures & tables. BIC Classification: PD; RN; TCBG; TQ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 245 x 28. Weight in Grams: 828.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199268672
- ISBN
- 9780199268672
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 102.40
€ 102.40
Paperback. The human mind and brain are now among the hottest subjects in scientific research. Breakthrough techniques mean we are on the verge of being able to read minds, to control actions direct from the brain, to change or enhance the way our thinking works. Kathleen Taylor explores the astonishing possibilities and the ethical implications. Num Pages: 384 pages, 20 black and white images and 5 colour images. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 23. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199683857
- ISBN
- 9780199683857
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.70
€ 25.70
Paperback. Series: The Oxford Series in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Num Pages: 576 pages. BIC Classification: TJFD5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 188 x 27. Weight in Grams: 962.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd international & revised ed
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199896349
- ISBN
- 9780199896349
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 301.85
€ 301.85
Paperback. "A guide for the perplexed citizen that provides cogent arguments from both sides of this complex issue."-Science News Editor(s): Kaku, Michio; Trainer, Jennifer. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNF; THRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393301281
- ISBN
- 9780393301281
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.72
€ 27.99
€ 24.72
Paperback. Monitoring Plant and Animal Populations offers an overview of population monitoring issues that is accessible to the typical field biologist and land managers with a modest statistical background. The text includes concrete guidelines for ecologists to follow to design a statistically defensible monitoring program. Num Pages: 368 pages, 94 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVS; RGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 209 x 19. Weight in Grams: 864.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780632044429
- ISBN
- 9780632044429
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 102.16
€ 102.16
Hardcover. Through real-life stories, this work celebrates the contributions of women engineers to various aspects of modern life. When placed in school libraries and counseling centers, it provides girls and their parents with an exciting exploration into what is possible. It offers young women inspiration and encouragement to pursue careers in engineering. Num Pages: 221 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: JFSJ1; TBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780784408414
- ISBN
- 9780784408414
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.66
€ 89.66
hardcover. Offers a comprehensive analysis of directly driven inertial confinement fusion. This book covers various aspects of the process including scientific considerations that support the concept, lasers and particle beams as drivers, target fabrication, analytical and numerical calculations, and materials and engineering considerations. Num Pages: 768 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PHM; PHN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 216. Weight in Grams: 2041.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 768
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780849369261
- ISBN
- 9780849369261
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 910.22
€ 910.22
Hardcover. The most comprehensive and authoritative single-volume reference on nonferrous metals and alloys. Provides detailed information on major alloy groups, with particular emphasis on aluminum, titanium, copper, and magnesium. New topics include recycling, superconductors, metal-matrix composites, and intermetallics. Series: ASM Handbook. Num Pages: 1300 pages, 1800ill.1200tabs. BIC Classification: TDM; TG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 284 x 218. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- ASM International
- Edition
- 10th
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780871703781
- ISBN
- 9780871703781
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 463.70
€ 463.70
Hardback. Series: Systems & Control: Foundations and Applications. Num Pages: 630 pages, 151 black & white illustrations, 18 colour illustrations, 3 black & white tables, biograp. BIC Classification: GPFC; PBKQ; PBWR; TJFM; TJFM1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 167 x 246 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1002.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319179322
- ISBN
- 9783319179322
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 177.63€ 168.50
€ 177.63
€ 168.50
Hardcover. Lectures on Stochastic Control Series: Probability Theory and Stochastic Modelling. Num Pages: 250 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 538.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9784431551225
- ISBN
- 9784431551225
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.26€ 124.42
€ 130.26
€ 124.42
hardcover. Not all scientific explanations work by describing causal connections between events or the world's overall causal structure. In addition, mathematicians regard some proofs as explaining why the theorems being proved do in fact hold. This book proposes new philosophical accounts of many kinds of non-causal explanations in science and mathematics. Series: Oxford Studies in Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 512 pages, 56. BIC Classification: HPJ; PBB; PDA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 182 x 39. Weight in Grams: 826.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780190269487
- ISBN
- 9780190269487
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.08
€ 127.08
paperback. Series: Environmental Ethics & Science Policy Series. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HPQ; HPS; PDA; PDK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780190603816
- ISBN
- 9780190603816
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.45
€ 66.45
Paperback. What is superstring theory and why is it important? Can superstrings offer the fulfilment of Einstein's lifelong dream of a Theory of Everything? Co-authored by one of the leading pioneers in superstrings, this book approaches these scientific questions, looking at the scientific research. Num Pages: 242 pages, line drawings. BIC Classification: PD; PHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 199 x 129 x 14. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780192861962
- ISBN
- 9780192861962
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.55
€ 36.55
Paperback. Provides an account of the fundamental principles of the density-functional theory of the electronic structure of matter and its applications to atoms and molecules. This book contains a discussion of the chemical potential and its derivatives. It is intended for physicists, chemists, and advanced students in chemistry. Series: International Series of Monographs on Chemistry. Num Pages: 352 pages, 17 illus. BIC Classification: PHM; PNRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195092769
- ISBN
- 9780195092769
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 291.88
€ 291.88
hardcover. The principles of environmental toxicology are clearly presented here for university students and professionals in related fields. The book explains basic concepts such as the fate of toxic chemicals in the body, then goes on to discuss specific environmental problems. Editor(s): Zakrzewski, Sigmund F. Num Pages: 351 pages, numerous figures. BIC Classification: MMGT; PSBT; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 167 x 25. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 351
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195148114
- ISBN
- 9780195148114
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 96.10
€ 96.10
Hardcover. Ethics and Human Action in Early Stoicism Num Pages: 356 pages, diagrams. BIC Classification: HPC; HPCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 146 x 32. Weight in Grams: 596.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1985
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198247395
- ISBN
- 9780198247395
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.21
€ 199.21