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The Biological Role of a Virus

Edited by Christon J. Hurst ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book answers the question “What is it that viruses do?” by presenting three aspects of viral ecology.The first aspect explains how viruses affect the population diversity and energetics of their host communities. Perhaps the most notable example of this concept is our understanding that primary production within ecosystems often depends upon those viruses which serve as controllers of ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book answers the question “What is it that viruses do?” by presenting three aspects of viral ecology.The first aspect explains how viruses affect the population diversity and energetics of their host communities. Perhaps the most notable example of this concept is our understanding that primary production within ecosystems often depends upon those viruses which serve as controllers of
... Read more
Life as Its Own Designer

Darwin's Origin and Western Thought

by Filip Grygar, László Hajnal, Karel Kleisner, Zdenek Kratochvíl, Zdenek Neubauer, Anton Markoš ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
It has been nearly 150 years since Darwin published On the Origin of Species, and his theory of natural selection still ignites a forest of heated debate between scientific fundamentalists on the one hand and religious fundamentalists on the other. But both sides actually agree more than they disagree, and what has long been needed is a third way to view evolution, one that focuses more on the ... Read more

$143.09 USD

It has been nearly 150 years since Darwin published On the Origin of Species, and his theory of natural selection still ignites a forest of heated debate between scientific fundamentalists on the one hand and religious fundamentalists on the other. But both sides actually agree more than they disagree, and what has long been needed is a third way to view evolution, one that focuses more on the
... Read more
Evolutionary Bioinformatics

by Donald R. Forsdyke ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Now in its third edition and supplemented with more online material, this book aims to make the "new" information-based (rather than gene-based) bioinformatics intelligible both to the "bio" people and the "info" people. Books on bioinformatics have traditionally served gene-hunters, and biologists who wish to construct family trees showing tidy lines of descent. While dealing extensively with the ... Read more

$143.09 USD

Now in its third edition and supplemented with more online material, this book aims to make the "new" information-based (rather than gene-based) bioinformatics intelligible both to the "bio" people and the "info" people. Books on bioinformatics have traditionally served gene-hunters, and biologists who wish to construct family trees showing tidy lines of descent. While dealing extensively with the
... Read more
Cataclysms

A New Geology for the Twenty-First Century

by Michael Rampino ...

In 1980, the science world was stunned when a maverick team of researchers proposed that a massive meteor strike had wiped the dinosaurs and other fauna from the Earth 66 million years ago. Scientists found evidence for this theory in a “crater of doom” on the Yucatán Peninsula, showing that our planet had once been a target in a galactic shooting gallery. In Cataclysms, Michael R. Rampino builds ... Read more

$26.69 USD

In 1980, the science world was stunned when a maverick team of researchers proposed that a massive meteor strike had wiped the dinosaurs and other fauna from the Earth 66 million years ago. Scientists found evidence for this theory in a “crater of doom” on the Yucatán Peninsula, showing that our planet had once been a target in a galactic shooting gallery. In Cataclysms, Michael R. Rampino builds
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Neotropical Owls

Diversity and Conservation

Edited by Paula L. Enriquez ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book presents a comprehensive biological and ecological information about owls in the neotropic area. In addition the book covers topics such as threats and conservation strategies for these nocturnal birds of prey from 18 Neotropical countries. Owls are a good example of diversification processes and have developed evolutionary characteristics themselves. These species are found almost ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book presents a comprehensive biological and ecological information about owls in the neotropic area. In addition the book covers topics such as threats and conservation strategies for these nocturnal birds of prey from 18 Neotropical countries. Owls are a good example of diversification processes and have developed evolutionary characteristics themselves. These species are found almost
... Read more
Evolution of the Rodents: Volume 5

Advances in Phylogeny, Functional Morphology and Development

Edited by Philip G. Cox, Lionel Hautier ...

Series Book 5 - Cambridge Studies in Morphology and Molecules: New Paradigms in Evolutionary Bio
The widespread use of mouse models in developmental, behavioural and genetic studies has sparked wider interest in rodent biology as a whole. This book brings together the latest research on rodents to better understand the evolution of both living and extinct members of this fascinating group. Topics analysed include the role of molecular techniques in the determination of robust phylogenetic ... Read more

$119.79 USD

The widespread use of mouse models in developmental, behavioural and genetic studies has sparked wider interest in rodent biology as a whole. This book brings together the latest research on rodents to better understand the evolution of both living and extinct members of this fascinating group. Topics analysed include the role of molecular techniques in the determination of robust phylogenetic
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Molecular Geometry of Body Pattern in Birds

by Antonio Lima-de-Faria ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
After having read this book you will never see birds in the same way again.The unexpected patterns displayed by a bird’s body have been seen as bizarre events that demanded little attention or were described as ‘amazing curiosities’.None of these surprising features seem to be fortuitous. They appear to be an integral part of a rigid order and a coherent geometry, which is directed by simple gene ... Read more

$143.09 USD

After having read this book you will never see birds in the same way again.The unexpected patterns displayed by a bird’s body have been seen as bizarre events that demanded little attention or were described as ‘amazing curiosities’.None of these surprising features seem to be fortuitous. They appear to be an integral part of a rigid order and a coherent geometry, which is directed by simple gene
... Read more
Science of Origins: Evolution vs. Design Evidence - What Wins?

by Daffyd Bee, D.W. Ball ...

What if everything you've been told about evolution isn't the full story?For decades, Darwin's theory of evolution has been presented as settled science—beyond question, beyond challenge. But what if the evidence tells a different story?In The Evolution Myth: Why It Fails as Science and Functions as Religion, you'll take a thought-provoking journey into one of the most controversial debates of our ... Read more

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What if everything you've been told about evolution isn't the full story?For decades, Darwin's theory of evolution has been presented as settled science—beyond question, beyond challenge. But what if the evidence tells a different story?In The Evolution Myth: Why It Fails as Science and Functions as Religion, you'll take a thought-provoking journey into one of the most controversial debates of our
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Artemia: Basic and Applied Biology

Edited by Th.J. Abatzopoulos, John Beardmore, J.S. Clegg, P. Sorgeloos ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The objectives of this volume are to present an up-to-date (literature survey up to 2001) account of the biology of Artemia focusing particularly upon the major advances in knowledge and understanding achieved in the last fifteen or so years and emphasising the operational and functional linkage between the biological phenomena described and the ability of this unusual animal to thrive in extreme ... Read more

$215.09 USD

The objectives of this volume are to present an up-to-date (literature survey up to 2001) account of the biology of Artemia focusing particularly upon the major advances in knowledge and understanding achieved in the last fifteen or so years and emphasising the operational and functional linkage between the biological phenomena described and the ability of this unusual animal to thrive in extreme
... Read more
Freshwater Crustacean Zooplankton of Europe

Cladocera & Copepoda (Calanoida, Cyclopoida) Key to species identification, with notes on ecology, distribution, methods and introduction to data analysis

by Jan Igor Rybak, Leszek A. Bledzki ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This work provides a user-friendly, species level taxonomic key based on morphology, current nomenclature, and modern taxonomy using molecular tools which fulfill the most pressing needs of both researchers and environmental managers. This key arms the reader with the tools necessary to improve their species identification abilities. This book resolves another issue as well: the mix of female and ... Read more

$287.09 USD

This work provides a user-friendly, species level taxonomic key based on morphology, current nomenclature, and modern taxonomy using molecular tools which fulfill the most pressing needs of both researchers and environmental managers. This key arms the reader with the tools necessary to improve their species identification abilities. This book resolves another issue as well: the mix of female and
... Read more
Gene Pool Diversity and Crop Improvement

Volume 1

Edited by Vijay Rani Rajpal, S. Rama Rao, S.N. Raina ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The world population is estimated to reach to more than 10 billion by the year 2050. These projections pose a challenging situation for the agricultural scientists to increase crops productivity to meet the growing food demands. The unavailability and/or inaccessibility to appropriate gene pools with desired traits required to carry out genetic improvement of various crop species make this task ... Read more

$143.09 USD

The world population is estimated to reach to more than 10 billion by the year 2050. These projections pose a challenging situation for the agricultural scientists to increase crops productivity to meet the growing food demands. The unavailability and/or inaccessibility to appropriate gene pools with desired traits required to carry out genetic improvement of various crop species make this task
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Der Handschlag. Die neue Geschichte einer großen Geste

by Ella Al-Shamahi ...

Translated by Violeta Topalova ...

IST DER HANDSCHLAG NOCH ZU RETTEN?Über die Bedeutungen des Händeschüttelns und warum wir daran festhalten solltenDer Handschlag hat ein Imageproblem. Lange Zeit galt er weltweit als universelle Geste der Begrüßung schlechthin, bevor wir ihn im März 2020 schlagartig verbannten. Geht die älteste Geste der Menschheit nun in die Annalen der Geschichte ein?Die Paläoanthropologin und Komikerin Ella Al ... Read more

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IST DER HANDSCHLAG NOCH ZU RETTEN?Über die Bedeutungen des Händeschüttelns und warum wir daran festhalten solltenDer Handschlag hat ein Imageproblem. Lange Zeit galt er weltweit als universelle Geste der Begrüßung schlechthin, bevor wir ihn im März 2020 schlagartig verbannten. Geht die älteste Geste der Menschheit nun in die Annalen der Geschichte ein?Die Paläoanthropologin und Komikerin Ella Al
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Degeneration: A Chapter in Darwinism

by E. Ray Sir Lankester ...

In "Degeneration: A Chapter in Darwinism," E. Ray Sir Lankester explores the contentious discourse surrounding evolutionary theory in the late 19th century, particularly focusing on the concepts of degeneration and evolution. Through meticulous examination of biological, sociological, and anthropological perspectives, Lankester presents a critical analysis of how certain species, including ... Read more

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In "Degeneration: A Chapter in Darwinism," E. Ray Sir Lankester explores the contentious discourse surrounding evolutionary theory in the late 19th century, particularly focusing on the concepts of degeneration and evolution. Through meticulous examination of biological, sociological, and anthropological perspectives, Lankester presents a critical analysis of how certain species, including
... Read more
The Trace-Fossil Record of Major Evolutionary Events

Volume 1: Precambrian and Paleozoic

Edited by M. Gabriela Mángano, Luis A. Buatois ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
This volume addresses major evolutionary changes that took place during the Ediacaran and the Paleozoic. These include discussions on the nature of Ediacaran ecosystems, as well as the ichnologic signature of evolutionary radiations, such as the Cambrian explosion and the Great Ordovician biodiversification event, the invasion of the land, and the end-Permian mass extinction.This volume set ... Read more

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This volume addresses major evolutionary changes that took place during the Ediacaran and the Paleozoic. These include discussions on the nature of Ediacaran ecosystems, as well as the ichnologic signature of evolutionary radiations, such as the Cambrian explosion and the Great Ordovician biodiversification event, the invasion of the land, and the end-Permian mass extinction.This volume set
... Read more
The Grisly Folk

by H. G. Wells ...

This volume contains H. G. Wells' 1921 work, "The Grisly Folk". It concerns itself with the concept of Neanderthals, exploring their differences to our ancestors, the time when they existed, their use of tools, the supposed inevitability of their meeting the earliest men, and what might have happened to them. Interesting and thought-provoking, "The Grisly Folk" is recommended for those with an ... Read more

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This volume contains H. G. Wells' 1921 work, "The Grisly Folk". It concerns itself with the concept of Neanderthals, exploring their differences to our ancestors, the time when they existed, their use of tools, the supposed inevitability of their meeting the earliest men, and what might have happened to them. Interesting and thought-provoking, "The Grisly Folk" is recommended for those with an
... Read more
Scripture Versus Science

Reconciling God's Ancient Wisdom with a Modern World View

by Robert D. Harter, PhD ...

With trepidation, Dr. Robert D. Harter approached the subject of Earth origins and human development from the position of a lifelong Christian who is also a scientist.He grew up in a rural Ohio Christian family and thoroughly understands the position of those who believe the Earth and everything in it was created a few thousand years ago. At the same time, he is a university professor who ... Read more

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With trepidation, Dr. Robert D. Harter approached the subject of Earth origins and human development from the position of a lifelong Christian who is also a scientist.He grew up in a rural Ohio Christian family and thoroughly understands the position of those who believe the Earth and everything in it was created a few thousand years ago. At the same time, he is a university professor who
... Read more
The Evolution of Human Sociability

Desires, Fears, Sex and Society

by Ron Vannelli ...

How do desires and fears motivate human sociability? What effect do these motivators have on reproductive, social and political behaviour? And, crucially, how might we understand them separate from preconceived notions of design or higher morality? Taking these questions as a focus, this book examines human evolution with the emphasis on sexual selection and the evolution of a number of human ... Read more

$127.09 USD

How do desires and fears motivate human sociability? What effect do these motivators have on reproductive, social and political behaviour? And, crucially, how might we understand them separate from preconceived notions of design or higher morality? Taking these questions as a focus, this book examines human evolution with the emphasis on sexual selection and the evolution of a number of human
... Read more
Childbirth and the Future of Homo Sapiens

by Odent ...

$6.70 USD
Verden vokser

Tilfældighedens historie

by Tor Nørretranders ...

Universet udvider sig, og dets indhold udvikler sig. Fra en oprindelig tilstand af ensartethed er verden gennem femten milliarder år blevet til et overflødighedshorn af forskellighed. Ligger der et storslået design bag denne udvikling, eller skyldes den et sammenfald af tilfældigheder? Med udgangspunkt i moderne teorier om begreberne tilfældighed og orden tegner Tor Nørretranders et billede af ... Read more

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Universet udvider sig, og dets indhold udvikler sig. Fra en oprindelig tilstand af ensartethed er verden gennem femten milliarder år blevet til et overflødighedshorn af forskellighed. Ligger der et storslået design bag denne udvikling, eller skyldes den et sammenfald af tilfældigheder? Med udgangspunkt i moderne teorier om begreberne tilfældighed og orden tegner Tor Nørretranders et billede af
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Virtual Paleontology

Tomographic Techniques For Studying Fossil Echinoderms

by Jennifer E. Bauer, Imran A. Rahman ...

Series series Elements of Paleontology
Imaging and visualizing fossils in three dimensions with tomography is a powerful approach in paleontology. Here, the authors introduce select destructive and non-destructive tomographic techniques that are routinely applied to fossils and review how this work has improved our understanding of the anatomy, function, taphonomy, and phylogeny of fossil echinoderms. Building on this, this Element ... Read more

$20.49 USD

Imaging and visualizing fossils in three dimensions with tomography is a powerful approach in paleontology. Here, the authors introduce select destructive and non-destructive tomographic techniques that are routinely applied to fossils and review how this work has improved our understanding of the anatomy, function, taphonomy, and phylogeny of fossil echinoderms. Building on this, this Element
... Read more
The reproduction and development of sharks, skates, rays and ratfishes

Edited by Leo S. Demski, John P. Wourms ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This volume had its origin in a symposium on the Reproduction and Development of Cartilaginous Fishes that was held at the annual meetings of the American Elasmobranch Society and the American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists in Charleston, South Carolina in 1990. The cartilaginous fishes, class Chondrichthyes, are a large and diverse group of fishes that include approximately 900 to ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This volume had its origin in a symposium on the Reproduction and Development of Cartilaginous Fishes that was held at the annual meetings of the American Elasmobranch Society and the American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists in Charleston, South Carolina in 1990. The cartilaginous fishes, class Chondrichthyes, are a large and diverse group of fishes that include approximately 900 to
... Read more
Primate Locomotion

Linking Field and Laboratory Research

Edited by Kristiaan D'Août, Evie E. Vereecke ...

Series series Developments in Primatology: Progress and Prospects
Primate locomotion has typically been studied from two points of view. Laboratory-based researchers have focused on aspects like biomechanics and energetics, whereas field-based researchers have focused on (locomotor) behaviour and ecology. Unfortunately, to date, there is relatively little scientific exchange between both groups. With a book, which will be the result of a symposium on the 2008 ... Read more

$143.09 USD

Primate locomotion has typically been studied from two points of view. Laboratory-based researchers have focused on aspects like biomechanics and energetics, whereas field-based researchers have focused on (locomotor) behaviour and ecology. Unfortunately, to date, there is relatively little scientific exchange between both groups. With a book, which will be the result of a symposium on the 2008
... Read more
Fungal Siderophores

From Mineral―Microbe Interactions to Anti-Pathogenicity

Edited by Kalyani Dhusia, Kalpana Raja, Pramod Ramteke ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
In the past few decades, it has been realized through research that fungal siderophores epitomize the uptake of iron as well as other essential elements like zinc, magnesium, copper, nickel and arsenic. Understanding the chemical structures of different fungal siderophores and the membrane receptors involved in uptake of mineral ions has opened new areas for research. In this edited volume, recent ... Read more

$170.09 USD

In the past few decades, it has been realized through research that fungal siderophores epitomize the uptake of iron as well as other essential elements like zinc, magnesium, copper, nickel and arsenic. Understanding the chemical structures of different fungal siderophores and the membrane receptors involved in uptake of mineral ions has opened new areas for research. In this edited volume, recent
... Read more
Why We Disagree About Human Nature

Edited by Elizabeth Hannon, Tim Lewens ...

Is human nature something that the natural and social sciences aim to describe, or is it a pernicious fiction? What role, if any, does 'human nature' play in directing and informing scientific work? Can we talk about human nature without invoking-either implicitly or explicitly-a contrast with human culture? It might be tempting to think that the respectability of 'human nature' is an issue that ... Read more

$34.19 USD

Is human nature something that the natural and social sciences aim to describe, or is it a pernicious fiction? What role, if any, does 'human nature' play in directing and informing scientific work? Can we talk about human nature without invoking-either implicitly or explicitly-a contrast with human culture? It might be tempting to think that the respectability of 'human nature' is an issue that
... Read more

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