Science & Technology
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Science & Technology
Hardcover. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Elounda, Crete, Greece, June 18-30, 1995 Editor(s): Soukoulis, C. M. Series: NATO Science Series E:. Num Pages: 730 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHFC; PHK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1240.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 1996th Edition
- Number of pages
- 739
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792339915
- ISBN
- 9780792339915
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 379.39
€ 379.39
Hardback. Proceedings of the 10th International Congress on Nitrogen Fixation, St. Petersburg, Russia, May 28--June 3, 1995 Series: Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture. Num Pages: 824 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSGD; PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1622.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 824
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792337072
- ISBN
- 9780792337072
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 382.10
€ 382.10
Hardcover. Provides a review of the techniques and technology. Editor(s): Hunt, B. J.; James, M.I. Num Pages: 376 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TDCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1993rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780751400823
- ISBN
- 9780751400823
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 259.03
€ 259.03
Paperback. Using an engineera s perspective, it offers a concrete account of the basic facts and experiences regarding the behavior of different rock types in engineering construction. Details geological exploration techniques, stressing drilling and logging core samples. Num Pages: 432 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBG; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 193 x 25. Weight in Grams: 814.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471544241
- ISBN
- 9780471544241
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 294.11
€ 294.11
Hardback. Provides a source of reference in the ATM research field. This text discusses topics such as: traffic modelling and characterisation; traffic and congestion control; bandwidth and admission control; ATM switch architecture; models of ATM switches; routing and optimisation; quality of service; network management; and, high speed LANs and MANs. Series: IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology. Num Pages: 457 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TJK; UT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1820.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 457
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412792007
- ISBN
- 9780412792007
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 260.70
€ 260.70
Hardcover. Presents advances in research and technology in material flow systems in manufacturing. This work covers topics on both hardware development as well as advances in the design and operational control of material flows. Editor(s): Tanchoco, J. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TBC; TGPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 24. Weight in Grams: 668.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1994th Edition
- Number of pages
- 413
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412491801
- ISBN
- 9780412491801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 259.75
€ 259.75
Hardcover. The emergence of firm level data such as the European Community Innovation Survey (CIS), has led to a surge of studies on innovation and firm behaviour. Written by an international group of contributors, the studies in this book document progress in four inter-related fields. Editor(s): Kleinknecht, Alfred; Mohnen, Pierre A. Num Pages: 356 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1KBC; KCH; KJMV6; KN; PDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333961094
- ISBN
- 9780333961094
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.69
€ 196.69
Hardcover. In the 1990s the ownership and control of information generated in the UK science was transformed by a combination of regulatory changes designed to promote "the creation of wealth". This text provides a set of perspectives on the different regulatory mechanisms set out to achieve this. Editor(s): Lawton Smith, Helen. Series: Studies in Regulation. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JPQB; KCP; PDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 555.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333790458
- ISBN
- 9780333790458
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.95
€ 67.95
Hardcover. There has been a notable upsurge of interest in the body, both in terms of empirical and theoretical study and debate. Contributions to this book move these debates forward by considering a range of bodies as active in their own construction in social and economic processes. Editor(s): Watson, Nick; Cunningham-Burley, Sarah. Series: Explorations in Sociology. British Sociological Association Conference Volume Series. Num Pages: 269 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JHM; JHMC; JHMP; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 537.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333774489
- ISBN
- 9780333774489
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.57
€ 67.57
Paperback. An inter-disciplinary anthology that situates contemporary science within its complex philosophical, historical, and sociological contexts. The text is divided between, firstly, characterizing science as an intellectual activity and, secondly, defining its social role. Editor(s): Tauber, Alfred I. Series: Main Trends of the Modern World S. Num Pages: 419 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFCX; JHM; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 140 x 217 x 34. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333646335
- ISBN
- 9780333646335
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.44
€ 128.44
Hardcover. An inter-disciplinary anthology that situates contemporary science within its complex philosophical, historical, and sociological contexts. The text is divided between, firstly, characterizing science as an intellectual activity and, secondly, defining its social role. Editor(s): Tauber, Alfred I. Series: Main Trends of the Modern World S. Num Pages: 438 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFCX; JHM; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 40. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333646328
- ISBN
- 9780333646328
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.42
€ 130.42
Paperback. This revised and enlarged edition covers the latest developments in advanced energy technology and in the derivation and application of synthetic fuels. Energy studies, fuel technology, engineering, ecology and economics are among the disciplines whose approach to the topic are included. Editor(s): Slesser, Malcolm. Series: Dictionary Series. Num Pages: 312 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GBC; KNB; THF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333454626
- ISBN
- 9780333454626
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.21
€ 74.21
Paperback. In this cutting-edge anthology, contributors examine the diverse ways in which girls and young women across a variety of ethnic, socio-economic, and national backgrounds are incorporating and making sense of digital technology in their everyday lives. Editor(s): Weber, Sandra; Dixon, Shanly. Num Pages: 288 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PDR; UYZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 392. Young People and Digital Technologies. 292 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Weber, Sandra; Dixon, Shanly. In this cutting-edge anthology, contributors examine the diverse ways in which girls and young women across a variety of ethnic, socio-economic, and national backgrounds are incorporating and making sense of digital technology in their everyday lives. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PDR; UYZ. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 19. Weight: 392.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2nd edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230620018
- ISBN
- 9780230620018
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.51€ 47.53
€ 52.51
€ 47.53
Hardcover. Based on research conducted in a three year, mixed-method, multi-site National Science Foundation, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Talent Expansion Program Project, this book offers a comprehensive look into how engineering department culture and climate impacts the successful retention of female and minority college students. Editor(s): Borman, K. M.; Halperin, Rhoda H.; Tyson, Will. Series: Palgrave Studies in Urban Education. Num Pages: 223 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JNMN; TBC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619357
- ISBN
- 9780230619357
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.51€ 46.81
€ 52.51
€ 46.81
Hardcover. This volume presents the first book-length study devoted to the discussion and relevance of the notion of 'ecology' within the frame-work and 'ontology' of the philosophy of Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari from various positions within Cultural Studies and Sciences. Editor(s): Herzogenrath, Bernd. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 615.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 302
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230527447
- ISBN
- 9780230527447
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 152.31
€ 152.31
Hardcover. In this volume, contributors from a range of perspectives - evolutionary psychology to anthropology, sociology to cognitive and motivational psychology - explore questions of what our attractiveness preferences are and why we find certain others physically attractive, offering a fresh perspective to understanding the perception of attractiveness. Editor(s): Swami, Viren; Furnham, Adrian F. Num Pages: 333 pages, 11 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HBTB; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230521865
- ISBN
- 9780230521865
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.17
€ 68.17
Hardcover. This book explores the impact of biblical reading practices on scientific thought in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth centuries. It addresses the idea that the natural philosophers of the era forged their new sciences despite, rather than because of, the pervasive bible-centeredness of early modern thought. Editor(s): Killeen, Kevin; Forshaw, Peter J. Num Pages: 276 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JB; 3JD; HRCG3; PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230507074
- ISBN
- 9780230507074
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.24
€ 140.24
Hardcover. Ernst Cassirer's thought-provoking essay Form and Technology (1930) ascribes to technology a new dignity as a genuine tool of the mind in equal company with language and art. Translated here into English it is accompanied by critical essays that explore its current relevance. Editor(s): Hoel, Aud Sissel; Folkvord, Ingvild. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTC; HPCF; HPS; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 222 x 21. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230365476
- ISBN
- 9780230365476
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.79
€ 67.79
Hardcover. The atomic age was described as one that might soon end in the destruction of human civilization, but from the beginning, utopian images were attached to it as well. This book compares representations of nuclear power in popular media from around the world to to trace divergences, convergences, and exchanges. Editor(s): Van Lente, Dick. Series: Palgrave Studies in the History of Science and Technology. Num Pages: 290 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 3JJPG; 3JJPK; HBG; HBLW3; PDR; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 142 x 217 x 21. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230340909
- ISBN
- 9780230340909
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.33
€ 140.33
Hardcover. This book covers the foundations and successes of Neuroergonomics, combining neuroscience and ergonomics to enhance efficiency and safety. An overview of the essential areas within the field is given including chapters on brain networks, perception, attention, and performance. Editor(s): Johnson, Addie; Proctor, Robert. Num Pages: 280 pages, 3 black & white tables, 17 figures. BIC Classification: JMM; JMQ; JMRN; TBDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230299726
- ISBN
- 9780230299726
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.20
€ 129.20
Hardcover. European borders that aim to control migration and mobility increasingly rely on technology to distinguish between citizens and aliens. This book explores new tensions in Europe between states and citizens, and between politics, technology and human rights. Editor(s): Dijstelbloem, Huub; Meijer, Albert. Series: Migration, Minorities & Citizenship. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JFFD; JFFN; JPVH1; LNDH; TB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 362.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230278462
- ISBN
- 9780230278462
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.51
€ 67.51
Hardcover. Offering one of the first analyses of how networks of science interacted within the British Empire during the past two centuries, this volume shows how the rise of formalized state networks of science in the mid nineteenth-century led to a constant tension between administrators and scientists. Editor(s): Bennett, Brett M.; Hodge, Joseph M. Series: Britain and the World. Num Pages: 346 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBLL; HBLW; HBTQ; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 144 x 25. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230252288
- ISBN
- 9780230252288
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.82
€ 129.82
Hardcover. This book explores the relationships between European integration and material infrastructures. Taking transnational infrastructures as the focal point of study, the book focuses on the various forms of mediation between the material, institutional and discursive levels of European integration and fragmentation in a truly transnational perspective. Editor(s): Badenoch, Alexander; Fickers, Andreas. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLW3; HBTB; KCZ; PDR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 224 x 146 x 25. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230232891
- ISBN
- 9780230232891
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.92
€ 67.92
Hardcover. As technology changes, so too have its applications and our uses and experiences with them have changed as well. The emergence of new technologies offer opportunities for new ways of interacting, playing, working and learning. It is within the context of simultaneous excitement and anxiety that we discuss Virtual Social Networks. Editor(s): Panteli, Niki. Num Pages: 213 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJP; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230229280
- ISBN
- 9780230229280
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.15
€ 129.15