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Hardback. There are two classes of Transposable Elements: elements that are mobilized with an RNA intermediate, and elements that lack such an intermediate. This book provides a historical background and describes the transposable elements, the modes of their transposition and the utilization of these elements in medicine, genetics, and crop improvement. Num Pages: 335 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 845.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 335
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402014581
- ISBN
- 9781402014581
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.69
€ 188.69
Hardback. Public debate has stimulated interest in finding greater compatibility among forest management regimes. This book focuses on specific management strategies and emphasizes broad goals such as biodiversity, wood production and habitat conservation while maintaining other values from forestlands desired by the public. Editor(s): Monserud, Robert A.; Haynes, Richard; Johnson, Adelaide C. (Pacific Northwest Research Station, Portland, OR, USA). Series: Managing Forest Ecosystems. Num Pages: 545 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNAL; RNF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1076.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 545
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402015366
- ISBN
- 9781402015366
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 359.76
€ 359.76
Hardback. Presents a set of protocols for production of doubled haploids (DH) in 22 major crop plant species including 4 tree species. This book contains various protocols and approaches of DH production proven for different germplasm of the same species. It describes in detail all the steps of DH production. It features numerous colour illustrations. Editor(s): Maluszynski, M.; Kasha, J.K.; Forster, B.P (Scottish Crop Research Institute, Dundee); Szarejko, I. (Department of Gentics, University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland). Num Pages: 428 pages, 23 black & white illustrations, 239 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PST; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1196.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 428
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402015441
- ISBN
- 9781402015441
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.96
€ 243.96
Hardback. Presents a collection of articles concerning key topics which examine the impacts of climate change and variability on agriculture. This work includes an investigation of the effect of variations in the spatial scale of climate change scenarios on an agricultural integrated assessment, and methods of simulating adaptations of climate change. Editor(s): Mearns, Linda O. Num Pages: 216 pages, 11 black & white illustrations, 18 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBBF; KNAC; RBP; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402016189
- ISBN
- 9781402016189
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.85
€ 186.85
Hardback. Attempt to bring understanding to both the aging process and the disease processes of old age. This book brings together contributions from an international team of authors, and is intended for graduates and postgraduates in the fields of medicine and nursing and researchers of different aspects of biogerontology. Editor(s): Aspinall, Richard. Series: Biology of Aging and its Modulation. Num Pages: 328 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSC; TVQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 642.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402017438
- ISBN
- 9781402017438
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.48
€ 187.48
Hardback. Offers a global perspective on weed science by presenting contributions from a group of researchers in 12 countries, reviewed by over 50 experts. This book discusses technologies, which could relieve the negative impacts of weeds on crop production in a way that allows growers to optimise profits and preserve human health and the environment. Editor(s): Inderjit. Series: Bioelectric Engineering. Num Pages: 565 pages, 61 black & white illustrations, 14 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PST; TVP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 968.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 565
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402017612
- ISBN
- 9781402017612
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.59
€ 243.59
Hardcover. Deals with photosynthesis and growth of plants/crops from an environmental engineering and environmental physics point of view. This book applies and discusses a theory to CO2 diffusion or photosynthesis of a single leaf, a plant, plant community and forests. It is of interest to horticulturists, agronomists, agricultural engineers, and others. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 377.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2004th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402018657
- ISBN
- 9781402018657
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.01
€ 125.01
Hardback. Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium, Molecular Breeding of Forage and Turf, Dallas, Texas, and Ardmore, Oklahoma, USA, May 18-22, 2003 Editor(s): Wang, Zeng-Yu (Forage Improvement Division, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Ardmore, OK, USA); Mian, Rouf (Forage Improvement Division, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Ardmore, OK, USA); Sledge, Mary (Forage Improvement Division, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Ardmore, OK, USA); Barker, Reed E. Series: Developments in Plant Breeding. Num Pages: 397 pages, 87 black & white illustrations, 12 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 160 x 19. Weight in Grams: 873.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 397
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402018671
- ISBN
- 9781402018671
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 241.85
€ 241.85
Hardback. Aims to compile the achievements of modern times with regard to disease management of fruits. This book contains chapters on individual crops, which include the diseases of economic importance describing their history, distribution, symptoms, epidemiology, and integrated management approaches being adopted worldwide. Editor(s): Mukerji, K. G. Series: Disease Management of Fruits and Vegetables. Num Pages: 554 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 166 x 37. Weight in Grams: 968.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 554
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402019760
- ISBN
- 9781402019760
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.48
€ 250.48
Hardback. Mendel's laws of biological inheritance have had their greatest economic impact in the development of the science of plant breeding. This book documents the development of methods of plant breeding beginning with simple hybridization and selection techniques moving to complex procedures following advances in quantitative and molecular genetics. Editor(s): Jain, H.K.; Kharkwal, M.C. Num Pages: 811 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1974.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 811
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402019814
- ISBN
- 9781402019814
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 258.21
€ 258.21
Green Manure/ Cover Crop Systems of Smallholder Farmers
. Ed(S): Eilitta, Marjatta; Mureithi, Joseph;...
Hardback. In the 1980s and 1990s, green manure/cover crop (GMCC) systems became a popular agricultural technology in research and development efforts for smallholder tropical and subtropical farmers. This volume of case studies contributes to bridging this gap by reviewing field-level experiences with these systems. Editor(s): Eilitta, Marjatta; Mureithi, Joseph; Derpsch, Rolf. Num Pages: 361 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 828.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 361
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402020452
- ISBN
- 9781402020452
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.55
€ 193.55
Hardback. A compilation of the methods available for the genetic manipulation of the major crops of our world. This book includes a special 'Note' section to aid researchers to generate transgenic plants from 'new' or untested germplasms. It is suitable for plant science courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Num Pages: 454 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PD; TV; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 829.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 454
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402023323
- ISBN
- 9781402023323
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.40
€ 189.40
Hardback. Features 14 case studies that describe and demonstrate the application of a range of economic analysis techniques to agroforestry system, policies and projects. This book provides a useful resource for assisting upper division undergraduate and graduate students and rural development professionals. Editor(s): Alavalapati, Janaki R. R.; Mercer, D. Evan. Series: Advances in Agroforestry. Num Pages: 314 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 167 x 243 x 25. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402024122
- ISBN
- 9781402024122
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 245.22
€ 245.22
Hardback. Editor(s): Nair, P. K. R.; Rao, M. R.; Buck, L.E. Series: Advances in Agroforestry. Num Pages: 480 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 178 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1065.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402025013
- ISBN
- 9781402025013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.79
€ 244.79
Paperback. Based on the workshop on 'The New Dimensions of the European Landscape' that was held in Wageningen on 10-12 June 2002. The workshop was aimed at developing visions on the landscape in Europe, its development and design in the future and to strengthen the international network in landscape planning. This book contains these contributions. Editor(s): Wageningen, R.H.G Jongman. Series: Wageningen UR Frontis Series. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402029103
- ISBN
- 9781402029103
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.92
€ 122.92
Hardback. Agriculture is the lifeblood of the majority of people in Africa. It is not just a provider of food, it is a way of life for rural people. This book attempts to discuss the important issues in African agriculture that have an ethical thread. Editor(s): Niekerk, Alvin van. Num Pages: 167 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSA; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 159 x 13. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 167
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402029882
- ISBN
- 9781402029882
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.90
€ 122.90
Hardback. Compares how different cultures interpret landscapes, examines how cultural values are assessed, explores tools for assessment, traces the discussion about landscape authenticity, and draws perspectives for further research. This book maps points of common understanding and cooperation in the interpretation of landscapes. Series: Landscape Series. Num Pages: 202 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; RPC; TQ; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402031342
- ISBN
- 9781402031342
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 190.19
€ 190.19
Environmental Costs and Benefits of Transgenic Crops
J.h.h.; Wageningen Universiteit . Ed(S): Wess...
Hardback. Concern about the environmental impacts of transgenic crops is one of the major reasons for the EU's quasi-moratorium on GMOs. This book shows that the economic implications of these concerns are far-reaching and complex, ranging from the farm to research and technology development to consumer reactions. Editor(s): Wesseler, J.H.H.; Wageningen Universiteit. Series: Wageningen UR Frontis Series. Num Pages: 269 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 269
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402032479
- ISBN
- 9781402032479
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.03
€ 128.03
Environmental Costs and Benefits of Transgenic Crops
J.h.h.; Wageningen Universiteit . Ed(S): Wess...
Paperback. Concern about the environmental impacts of transgenic crops is one of the major reasons for the EU's quasi-moratorium on GMOs. This work contains contributions that show that the economic implications of these concerns are complex. It is aimed at policy makers as well as scholars working in established areas of social and natural sciences. Editor(s): Wesseler, J.H.H.; Wageningen Universiteit. Series: Wageningen UR Frontis Series. Num Pages: 269 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 397.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 269
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402032486
- ISBN
- 9781402032486
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.33
€ 125.33