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  • Ecology and Biomechanics

    A Mechanical Approach to the Ecology of Animals and Plants

    Edited by Anthony Herrel, Thomas Speck, Nicholas P. Rowe ...
    We live in a well-engineered universe. This engineering is present in every system and organism in existence, including in the actions and interactions of plants and animals. In fact, one could say that the function and movement of plants and animals is just as much a part of their makeup as chlorophyll and fiber or bone and blood. Consequently, if ... Read more

    $89.99 USD

  • Biomimetic and Biohybrid Systems

    9th International Conference, Living Machines 2020, Freiburg, Germany, July 28–30, 2020, Proceedings

    Edited by Vasiliki Vouloutsi, Anna Mura, Falk Tauber, Thomas Speck, Tony J. Prescott, Paul F. M. J. Verschure ...
    Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
    This book constitutes the proceedings of the )th International Conference on Biomimetic and Biohybrid Systems, Living Machines 2020, held in Freiburg, Germany, in July 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually. The 32 full and 7 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 45 submissions. They deal with research on novel life-like ... Read more

    $49.49 USD

  • Biomimetic Research for Architecture and Building Construction

    Biological Design and Integrative Structures

    Edited by Jan Knippers, Klaus G. Nickel, Thomas Speck ...
    Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
    This book comprises a first survey of the Collaborative Research Center SFB-TRR 141 ‘Biological Design and Integrative Structures – Analysis, Simulation and Implementation in Architecture’, funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft since October 2014. The SFB-TRR 141 provides a collaborative framework for architects and engineers from the University of Stuttgart, biologists and physicists from ... Read more

    $215.09 USD

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  • Soils

    Genesis and Geomorphology

    by Michael L. Thompson, Randall J. Schaetzl ...
    In its first edition, Soils established itself as the leading textbook in the fields of pedology and soil geomorphology. Expanded and fully updated, this second edition maintains its highly organized and readable style. Suitable as a textbook and a research-grade reference, the book's introductory chapters in soil morphology, mineralogy, chemistry, physics and organisms prepare the reader for the ... Read more

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  • Field and Laboratory Methods in Primatology

    A Practical Guide

    Edited by Joanna M. Setchell, Deborah J. Curtis ...
    Building on the success of the first edition and bringing together contributions from a range of experts in the field, the second edition of this guide to research on wild primates covers the latest advances in the field, including new information on field experiments and measuring behaviour. It provides essential information and advice on the technical and practical aspects of both field and ... Read more

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  • Fundamentals of Soil Ecology

    by David C. Coleman, Mac A. Callaham, D. A. Crossley Jr. ...
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    Geotechnical Biology is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of soil-species interactions. This book explores the complex relationships between soil properties, plant roots, and microorganisms, providing a deep understanding of the mechanisms that govern the behavior of soil and its inhabitants. Through detailed explanations and illustrative examples, Geotechnical Biology provides ... Read more

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    Edited by Guowen Song ...
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    Wear comfort has been listed as the most important property of clothing demanded by users and consumers according to recent studies. A fundamental understanding of human comfort and a knowledge of how to design textiles and garments to maximise comfort for the wearer is therefore essential in the clothing industry. Improving comfort in clothing reviews the latest developments in the manufacturing ... Read more

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    Edited by F. Richard Hauer, Gary Lamberti ...
    Methods in Stream Ecology, Second Edition, provides a complete series of field and laboratory protocols in stream ecology that are ideal for teaching or conducting research. This updated edition reflects recent advances in the technology associated with ecological assessment of streams, including remote sensing. In addition, the relationship between stream flow and alluviation has been added, and ... Read more

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  • Ten Pulses of Evolution & the Surprising Nature of Evolutionary Time

    Logarithmic Evolutionary Time, #2

    by Michael A. Susko ...
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  • The Behavioral Significance of Color

    Edited by Edward H. Burtt, Jr. ...
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    Prior to publication the study of animal coloration was plagued by fanciful speculations, post hoc explanations and untestable hypotheses. This title, originally published in 1979, draws together widely scattered research into the coloration of animals; formulates predictive hypotheses to account for color; documents the accuracy of many of these hypotheses; and suggests directions for future ... Read more

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