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Hardcover. The prebiotic concept works on the basis that many potentially health-promoting microorganisms are already present in humans. Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that stimulate activity in targeted microorganisms, to improve the health of the individual. Editor(s): Rastall, Bob; Gibson, Glenn R. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PN; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 175 x 21. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470023136
- ISBN
- 9780470023136
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.24
€ 189.24
Paperback. 128 pages, line drawings. Editor(s): Wasserman, Nancy. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PST; VXWM. Dimension: 213 x 144 x 12. Weight: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Weiser Books
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781578634118
- ISBN
- 9781578634118
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 14.84
€ 16.99
€ 14.84
Hardcover. Editor(s): Lawson, Peter N.; McCarthy, Eliot A. Num Pages: 186 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MJN; MJW; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 258 x 184 x 16. Weight in Grams: 538.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 186
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613247266
- ISBN
- 9781613247266
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 163.39€ 110.10
€ 163.39
€ 110.10
hardcover. First published in 2006, this book demonstrates the power of the adaptive landscape concept in understanding evolution. Num Pages: 212 pages, 97 b/w illus. 5 tables. BIC Classification: PSAK; UGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521849425
- ISBN
- 9780521849425
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 65.15
€ 65.15
Hardcover. This text provides a comprehensive review of entomopathogenic nematology. It reviews fundamental biology; setting a taxonomic foundation for nematodes and their bacterial processes involved in parasitism and to nematode ecology, and describes technological advances and control methodologies. Editor(s): Gaugler, R. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, 1 port. BIC Classification: PSAB; PSG; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 171 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1158.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995670
- ISBN
- 9780851995670
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.93
€ 167.93
Hardcover. An introductory text that emphasizes the underlying algorithmic ideas that are driving advances in bioinformatics. Series: Computational Molecular Biology. Num Pages: 456 pages, 129 illus. BIC Classification: PSD; UMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 183 x 26. Weight in Grams: 856.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- MIT Press Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262101066
- ISBN
- 9780262101066
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 82.85€ 77.25
€ 82.85
€ 77.25
Hardcover. The first book-length treatment of an exciting new technology, this volume explains the principles behind induced plasmonic current. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: PN; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781118027936
- ISBN
- 9781118027936
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 207.68
€ 207.68
Hardback. Droughts are a major hazard to both natural and human-dominated environments and those, especially of long duration and high intensity, can be highly damaging and leave long-lasting effects. This book describes the climatic conditions that give rise to droughts, and their various forms and chief attributes. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 164 x 27. Weight in Grams: 902.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405185608
- ISBN
- 9781405185608
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.72
€ 99.72
Paperback. A comprehensive synthesis of parasite variation at the molecular, population, and evolutionary levels, this book is suitable for students and researchers throughout biology and biomedicine. It uses an evolutionary perspective to meld the terms and findings of molecular biology, immunology, pathogen biology, and population dynamics. Num Pages: 360 pages, 40 line illus. BIC Classification: MJCJ; MJCM; MMFP; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691095950
- ISBN
- 9780691095950
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.35€ 54.52
€ 71.35
€ 54.52
Hardcover. Editor(s): Frere, Jean-Marie. Num Pages: 537 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 184 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1328.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 537
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613246382
- ISBN
- 9781613246382
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 326.80€ 217.05
€ 326.80
€ 217.05
Hardcover. Biomolecular injury is damage inflicted by a reactive molecule on a biological molecule. This work presents up-to-date and wide-ranging information in a user-friendly format for research scientists specializing in food and nutrition-based toxicology. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MMF; MMGT; PSB; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 232 x 161 x 23. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471490760
- ISBN
- 9780471490760
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 310.12
€ 310.12
Paperback. This volume presents current research from across the many cultures and regions of Mesoamerica, dealing specifically with the most current issues in zooarchaeological literature. The book's chapters provide important general background on the domestic and ritual use of animals in early and classic Mesoamerica and Central America. Editor(s): Gotz, Christopher Markus; Emery, Kitty F. Series: Archaeobiology. Num Pages: 784 pages, 100 figures and 200 tables. BIC Classification: HDP; PSV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Lockwood Press United States
- Number of pages
- 784
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781937040055
- ISBN
- 9781937040055
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 90.69
€ 90.69
Hardcover. New opportunities to use small molecules both as probes for deciphering the control mechanism of living organisms and as potential leads for developing new therapeutics for disease treatment are ushering in a new era of chemical biology. Num Pages: 290 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PN; PSBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 149 x 19. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470120538
- ISBN
- 9780470120538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.27
€ 137.27
Paperback. A unique monograph describing plant-herbivore interactions in the context of large African herbivorous mammals. Series: Cambridge Studies in Ecology. Num Pages: 390 pages, 264 diagrams, 12 tables, 3halftones. BIC Classification: PSVS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 23. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Wits University Press
- Edition
- Second edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781868144273
- ISBN
- 9781868144273
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.03
€ 40.03
Hardcover. Editor(s): Catalano, Anthony J. Num Pages: 361 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 264 x 26. Weight in Grams: 884.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617282768
- ISBN
- 9781617282768
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 291.13€ 193.70
€ 291.13
€ 193.70
hardcover. An insight into the booming industry of insect leisure and tourism, using case studies and examples from around the world. Editor(s): Lemelin, Raynald Harvey. Num Pages: 365 pages, 31 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PSVT7; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 700. 365 pages, 31 b/w illus. Editor(s): Lemelin, Raynald Harvey. An insight into the booming industry of insect leisure and tourism, using case studies and examples from around the world. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: PSVT7; RNKH. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 21. Weight: 700.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 365
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781107012882
- ISBN
- 9781107012882
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.67
€ 144.67
Paperback. Introduces California's mammals by describing techniques for recognizing their presence, and when possible, methods for watching them in their natural habitats. This guide includes 144 line drawings, 143 range maps, and 18 illustrated color plates. It gives overviews of mammal evolution, biology and anatomy, natural history, and conservation. Series Editor(s): Faber, Phyllis M.; Pavlik, Bruce M. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 444 pages, 18 illustrated color plates, 145 line illustrations, 133 maps, 3 tables. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 114 x 25. Weight in Grams: 467.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 444
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520235823
- ISBN
- 9780520235823
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 22.27
€ 30.99
€ 22.27
Paperback. This volume brings together the best of T. C. Smout's recent articles and contributions to books and journals on the topic of environmental history. Num Pages: 256 pages, 13 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 16. Weight in Grams: 398. Selected Essays. 256 pages, 13 black & white illustrations. This volume brings together the best of T. C. Smout's recent articles and contributions to books and journals on the topic of environmental history. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PSAF; RN. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 16. Weight: 398.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748645619
- ISBN
- 9780748645619
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.49
€ 30.49
Hardback. Companion to Dental Anthropology presents a collection of original readings addressing all aspects and sub-disciplines of the field of dental anthropology from its origins and evolution through to the latest scientific research. Series: Wiley-Blackwell Companions to Anthropology. Num Pages: 560 pages. BIC Classification: PSXM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 180 x 251 x 32. Weight in Grams: 978.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781118845431
- ISBN
- 9781118845431
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 206.75
€ 206.75
Hardback. Why do orangutan arms closely resemble human arms? What is the advantage to primates of having long limbs? Why do primates have forward-facing eyes? This book answers these questions. Num Pages: 208 pages, 15 black & white halftones, 153 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW79. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 287 x 217 x 19. Weight in Grams: 806.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421414898
- ISBN
- 9781421414898
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 82.85€ 73.65
€ 82.85
€ 73.65
Paperback. Evolutionary biology has witnessed breathtaking advances over the years. This book describes the advances and explains why a cross-disciplinary and integrated approach to research questions is so essential. It discusses the origins of biological diversity, and mechanisms of evolutionary change at the molecular and developmental levels. Editor(s): Grant, Peter R.; Grant, B. Rosemary. Num Pages: 408 pages, 16 color illus. 22 halftones. 56 line illus. 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691146959
- ISBN
- 9780691146959
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.35€ 54.76
€ 71.35
€ 54.76
Hardcover. Editor(s): Kaiser, Benjamin J. Num Pages: 368 pages, b/w photos & tables. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 259 x 184 x 26. Weight in Grams: 854.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781616686697
- ISBN
- 9781616686697
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 356.72€ 236.64
€ 356.72
€ 236.64
Hardcover. Presents state-of-the-art overviews on topics relating to the breeding of agriculturally and horticulturally important plants. This text monitors developments in plant breeding research and covers major field crops, horticultural crops and specialities such as mushrooms and nuts. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 31. Weight in Grams: 730.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 14
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471573425
- ISBN
- 9780471573425
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 377.81
€ 377.81
Soil Biodiversity in Amazonian and Other Brazilian Ecosystems
. Ed(S): Moreira, F. M. S. (Federal Universit...
hardcover. Reviews soil biodiversity and related ecological processes in one of the key biodiversity hotspots, the Amazon, and nearby regions of Brazil. This book covers both the tropical savannah and rainforests. Chapters describe the biology, ecology, taxonomy, geographic distribution and sampling methods for the important soil functional groups. Editor(s): Moreira, F. M. S. (Federal University of Lavras, Brazil); Siqueira, J. O. (Federal University of Lavras, Brazil); Brussaard, L. (Wageningen University, The Netherlands). Num Pages: 304 pages, col. ill. BIC Classification: 1KLSB; PSAF; PSG; RBGB; RGBL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 839.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845930325
- ISBN
- 9781845930325
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 231.20
€ 231.20