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Flora of the Codex Cruz-Badianus

de Arthur O. Tucker, Jules Janick ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
In 1929, Charles Upson Clark (1875-1960), a history Professor at Columbia University carrying out bibliographic research on the early history of the Americas in the Vatican Library, came across a remarkable illustrated Latin manuscript entitled Libellus de Medicinalibus Indorum Herbis (Little Book of Indian Medicinal Herbs) completed in 1552. The manuscript now known as the Codex Cruz-Badianus ... Leer más

$251.09 USD

In 1929, Charles Upson Clark (1875-1960), a history Professor at Columbia University carrying out bibliographic research on the early history of the Americas in the Vatican Library, came across a remarkable illustrated Latin manuscript entitled Libellus de Medicinalibus Indorum Herbis (Little Book of Indian Medicinal Herbs) completed in 1552. The manuscript now known as the Codex Cruz-Badianus
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Prehension

The Hand and the Emergence of Humanity

de Colin McGinn ...

In praise of the hand: A philosopher considers the crucial role of the hand in human evolution, particularly with respect to language.“McGinn is an ingenious philosopher who thinks like a laser and writes like a dream.”—Steven PinkerThis book is a hymn to the hand. In Prehension, Colin McGinn links questions from science to philosophical concerns to consider something that we take for granted: the ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

In praise of the hand: A philosopher considers the crucial role of the hand in human evolution, particularly with respect to language.“McGinn is an ingenious philosopher who thinks like a laser and writes like a dream.”—Steven PinkerThis book is a hymn to the hand. In Prehension, Colin McGinn links questions from science to philosophical concerns to consider something that we take for granted: the
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Contemporary Acarology

2017

Edición de Michael J. Skvarla, Ronald Ochoa, Jose Carlos Verle Rodrigues, H. Joel Hutcheson ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book gathers papers presented at the annual meetings of the Acarological Society of America (ASA), jointly organized with the Entomological Society of America. The ASA plans to publish presentations from its annual meetings on a yearly basis; this book represents the first in the series. ... Leer más

$89.09 USD

This book gathers papers presented at the annual meetings of the Acarological Society of America (ASA), jointly organized with the Entomological Society of America. The ASA plans to publish presentations from its annual meetings on a yearly basis; this book represents the first in the series.
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From Apes to Cyborgs

New Perspectives on Human Evolution

de Claudio Tuniz, Patrizia Tiberi Vipraio ...

Series series Social Sciences (R0)
This book offers fascinating insights into the lives of our ancestors and investigates the dynamic processes that led to the establishment of complex human societies. It provides a holistic view of human history and social evolution by drawing on the latest evidence from a wide range of disciplines and proposes new hypotheses on the origins of human behaviour. After exploration of the encounters ... Leer más

$31.49 USD

This book offers fascinating insights into the lives of our ancestors and investigates the dynamic processes that led to the establishment of complex human societies. It provides a holistic view of human history and social evolution by drawing on the latest evidence from a wide range of disciplines and proposes new hypotheses on the origins of human behaviour. After exploration of the encounters
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Phylogenetic Inference, Selection Theory, and History of Science

Selected Papers of A. W. F. Edwards with Commentaries

Edición de Rasmus Grønfeldt Winther ...

A. W. F. Edwards is one of the most influential mathematical geneticists in the history of the discipline. One of the last students of R. A. Fisher, Edwards pioneered the statistical analysis of phylogeny in collaboration with L. L. Cavalli-Sforza, and helped establish Fisher's concept of likelihood as a standard of statistical and scientific inference. In this book, edited by philosopher of ... Leer más

$88.59 USD

A. W. F. Edwards is one of the most influential mathematical geneticists in the history of the discipline. One of the last students of R. A. Fisher, Edwards pioneered the statistical analysis of phylogeny in collaboration with L. L. Cavalli-Sforza, and helped establish Fisher's concept of likelihood as a standard of statistical and scientific inference. In this book, edited by philosopher of
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The Biological Role of a Virus

Edición de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Life as Its Own Designer

Darwin's Origin and Western Thought

de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Evolutionary Bioinformatics

de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Cataclysms

A New Geology for the Twenty-First Century

de 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 ... Leer más

$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

Edición de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Evolution of the Rodents: Volume 5

Advances in Phylogeny, Functional Morphology and Development

Edición de Philip G. Cox, Lionel Hautier ...

Series Libro 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 ... Leer más

$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

de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Science of Origins: Evolution vs. Design Evidence - What Wins?

de 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 ... Leer más

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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

Edición de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Freshwater Crustacean Zooplankton of Europe

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

de 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 ... Leer más

$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
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Gene Pool Diversity and Crop Improvement

Volume 1

Edición de 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 ... Leer más

$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

de Ella Al-Shamahi ...

Traducido por 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 ... Leer más

$17.30 USD

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

de 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 ... Leer más

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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
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The Trace-Fossil Record of Major Evolutionary Events

Volume 1: Precambrian and Paleozoic

Edición de 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 ... Leer más

$143.09 USD

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
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The Grisly Folk

de 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 ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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
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Scripture Versus Science

Reconciling God's Ancient Wisdom with a Modern World View

de 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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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
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The Evolution of Human Sociability

Desires, Fears, Sex and Society

de 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 ... Leer más

$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
... Leer más
Childbirth and the Future of Homo Sapiens

de Odent ...

$6.70 USD
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Tilfældighedens historie

de 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 ... Leer más

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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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