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Life sciences: general issues

Paperback. Born to parents who were enthusiastic naturalists, and linked through his wider family to a clutch of accomplished scientists, the author was bound to have biology in his genes. But what were the influences that shaped his life? This book tells his personal journey. Num Pages: 320 pages, 3 x 8 page picture sections. BIC Classification: BGTA; PDZ; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 22. Weight in Grams: 296.
Publisher
Black Swan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552779050
ISBN
9780552779050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.81

Hardback. This book covers the basic results and methods in probability theory. This new edition offers updated content, 100 additional problems for solution, and a new chapter glimpsing further topics such as stable distributions, domains of attraction and martingales. Series: Springer Texts in Statistics. Num Pages: 303 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PSA; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 618.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2nd ed. 2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441901613
ISBN
9781441901613
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.64
€ 93.89

Paperback. Introduces undergraduate students to quantitative models and methods in ecology, behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation. This title explores the core concepts shared by these related fields using tools and practical skills such as experimental design, generating phylogenies, basic statistical inference, and grant writing. Editor(s): Braude, Stanton; Low, Bobbi S. Num Pages: 312 pages, 72 halftones. 12 line illus. 80 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 255 x 196 x 18. Weight in Grams: 692.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691127248
ISBN
9780691127248
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.16
€ 46.12

Paperback. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
536
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198736363
ISBN
9780198736363
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 76.24

Paperback. This book covers both classical population genetics theory developed in terms of allele and haplotype frequencies and modern population genetics theory developed in terms of coalescent theory. It features applications of theory to problems that arise in the study of human and other populations and assumes little prior knowledge of mathematics. Num Pages: 260 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 184 x 19. Weight in Grams: 706.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
260
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781605351537
ISBN
9781605351537
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 177.42

Paperback. This book is intended as an introductory text for students studying a wide range of courses concerned with animal management, zoo biology and wildlife conservation, and should also be useful to zookeepers and other zoo professionals. It is divided into three parts. Num Pages: 432 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 190 x 22. Weight in Grams: 938.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405193504
ISBN
9781405193504
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.37

Hardback. Shows how Adaptive Dynamics (AD) canonical equation can answer questions of interest in biology, engineering, and the social sciences, especially economics. This book looks at important features of evolutionary dynamics as viewed through the lens of AD. Series: Princeton Series in Theoretical and Computational Biology. Num Pages: 360 pages, 6 halftones. 102 line illus. 10 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 160 x 29. Weight in Grams: 624.
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
Format
Hardback
SKU
V9780691120065
ISBN
9780691120065
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.96

Paperback. A guide to the tools and techniques of genetic engineering, gene cloning and molecular biology. It covers various aspects of genetic engineering in the post-genomic era, beginning with the basics of DNA structure and DNA metabolism. Num Pages: 490 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 908.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
490
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470843802
ISBN
9780470843802
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.04

Hardback. Although the book's primary audience is in the field of genetics, physicians and others without sophisticated training in genetics can understand and apply the principles and techniques discussed. Num Pages: 416 pages, 34, 34 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDE; PSAK; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 157 x 32. Weight in Grams: 810.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
3rd
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801861406
ISBN
9780801861406
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 99.38
€ 89.08

Hardcover. This book provides a practical introduction to analyzing ecological data using real data sets. It features 17 case studies covering topics ranging from terrestrial ecology to marine biology and can be used as a template for a reader's own data analysis. Series: Statistics for Biology and Health. Num Pages: 672 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPS; PSAF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 173 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1134.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2007th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387459677
ISBN
9780387459677
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 260.28
€ 253.31

Hardback. Num Pages: 224 pages, 85. BIC Classification: AC; HDDA; JFCX; JHM; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 179 x 18. Weight in Grams: 734.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801435492
ISBN
9780801435492
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.94

Hardback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 34 illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH; PSAJ; PSXM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 132 x 22. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195388886
ISBN
9780195388886
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.71

Hardcover. Explores animal body size from a macroecological perspective, examining species, populations, and other large groups of animals in order to uncover the patterns and causal mechanisms of body size throughout time and across the globe. Editor(s): Smith, Felisa A.; Lyons, S. Kathleen. Num Pages: 272 pages, 16 halftones, 26 line drawings, 24 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226012148
ISBN
9780226012148
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.61
€ 47.77

Paperback. The determination of when, how, how often, and with whom an animal breeds is moving rapidly away from evolutionary pressures and towards human purposes. This book discusses the methods, the motivations, and the consequences of human intervention in animal breeding in terms of animal health, behaviour, and well-being. Num Pages: 336 pages, Photographs, illustrations, graphs, index. BIC Classification: JFFZ; PSAD; TVHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844075898
ISBN
9781844075898
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.23

Paperback. This book covers the way that all known types of eyes work, from their optics to the behaviour they guide. The ways that eyes sample the world in space and time are considered, and the evolutionary origins of eyes are discussed. This new edition incorporates discoveries made since the first edition published in 2001. Series: Oxford Animal Biology Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, Numerous illustrations, plus a 4 page colour plate section. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 446.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199581146
ISBN
9780199581146
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 85.09

Hardcover. Editor(s): Rechi, Leopold J. Num Pages: 284 pages, colour & b/w photos, tables & charts. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 260 x 187 x 22. Weight in Grams: 706.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9781607418443
ISBN
9781607418443
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 282.76
€ 191.42

Hardback. In this book, investigators examine several novel models of epilepsy in mice as well as in genetically tractable "simple" species. This is an ideal guide for scientists who wish to expand our understanding of the pathogenesis of this neurological disorder. Editor(s): Baraban, Scott C. Series: Neuromethods. Num Pages: 276 pages, 39 black & white illustrations, 19 colour illustrations, 9 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; PSVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 193 x 18. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Humana Press Inc. United States
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781603272629
ISBN
9781603272629
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.97

Hardback. Specific examples involving invertebrates, birds, fish, and mammals describe the differing levels of sophistication of tool use exhibited by animals. Num Pages: 304 pages, 109, 94 black & white illustrations, 15 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 260 x 175 x 25. Weight in Grams: 788.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
revised and updated edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801898532
ISBN
9780801898532
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 81.32

Paperback. Written in a clear, accessible style, the book starts with an introduction to key molecular biology techniques and considers techniques used specifically for cloning animals and generating transgenic animals. Later chapters examine the diverse theoretical, technical and ethical issues raised by cloning and transgenesis in both animals and humans. Num Pages: 234 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 432.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
234
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470848289
ISBN
9780470848289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 94.75

Paperback. Editor(s): Editorial Staff of Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. Series: Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. Num Pages: 44 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 3. Weight in Grams: 140.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
44
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781573319317
ISBN
9781573319317
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.93

Hardback. Editor(s): Ambrose, Barbara A.; Purugganan, Michael D. Series: Annual Plant Reviews. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 834.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Volume 45
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444330014
ISBN
9781444330014
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 200.21

Hardback. Commencing with a chapter which places Physcomitrella into phylogenetic position, this important publication then covers the following major topics. Editor(s): Knight, Celia; Perroud, Pierre-Francois; Cove, David. Series: Annual Plant Reviews. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PST; PSTL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 25. Weight in Grams: 854.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Volume 36
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405181891
ISBN
9781405181891
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 235.36

Paperback. This book draws together current knowledge on Antarctic lakes describing the formation, chemistry, biology and ecology of these pristine, delicate aquatic environments. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures, graphs, colour plates. BIC Classification: 1MTS; PSAF; PSP; RBKF; RNC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 247 x 190 x 15. Weight in Grams: 574.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199670505
ISBN
9780199670505
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 95.05

Paperback. Num Pages: 87 pages. BIC Classification: PSAN. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 194.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781631170874
ISBN
9781631170874
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 82.81
€ 58.29

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