Biology, life sciences
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Biology, life sciences
Paperback. Scientists may soon reprogramme a human egg or sperm cell, make a change in the genetic instructions carried by that cell, a change that can be passed on down into eternity. The author asks should this happen? He argues that genetic engineering and the technologies that lie beyond it can launch us free of our past, of our humanity, of meaning. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; PDZ; PSAK; TCBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 230. Keywords: "Health, Family & Lifestyle - Medical & Healthcare Practitioners - General Medical Issues,Science & Nature - Biological Sciences - Geneti"
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Edition
- New
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- SKU
- KT00001176
- ISBN
- 9780747565437
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Scientists may soon reprogramme a human egg or sperm cell, make a change in the genetic instructions carried by that cell, a change that can be passed on down into eternity. The author asks should this happen? He argues that genetic engineering and the technologies that lie beyond it can launch us free of our past, of our humanity, of meaning. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; PDZ; PSAK; TCBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 230. Keywords: "Health, Family & Lifestyle - Medical & Healthcare Practitioners - General Medical Issues,Science & Nature - Biological Sciences - Geneti"
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Edition
- New
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- SKU
- KT00001251
- ISBN
- 9780747565437
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DD; HBJD; JFFZ; PSV; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 210 x 24. Weight in Grams: 762.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788771242126
- ISBN
- 9788771242126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 22.07
€ 22.07
Paperback. Offers an introduction that presents Darwin's theory. This title includes excerpts from Darwin's correspondence, commenting on the work in question, and its significance, impact, and reception. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Number of pages
- 373
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780872202856
- ISBN
- 9780872202856
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 18.06
€ 23.99
€ 18.06
Hardcover. This text expounds the idea that life did not originate on earth, but was added to it from the comets. It argues that in recent years, evidence to support this theory has accumulated. This work should be of value to readers interested in general science, the origin of man and the meaning of life. Series: Controversy Series. Num Pages: 225 pages, illus. BIC Classification: JHM; PD; PGS; PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 159 x 21. Weight in Grams: 634.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Clinical Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 225
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854570413
- ISBN
- 9781854570413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 16.34
€ 21.99
€ 16.34
Paperback. This book examines how the social and cultural paradigms of contemporary Israel are articulated through the body, constructing a panoramic view of how the Israeli body is chosen, regulated, cared for, and ultimately made perfect. Series: Contraversions: Jews & Other Differences. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBH; JFC; JFSR1; JHMP; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 11. Weight in Grams: 259.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804750806
- ISBN
- 9780804750806
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.55
€ 33.99
€ 30.55
Paperback. Using simple language, illustrations, humour and everyday examples, the author demonstrates how the science of epigenetics is revolutionizing our understanding of the link between mind and matter, and the profound effects it has on our personal lives and the collective life of our species. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAK; VXA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 27. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Hay House UK Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781781805473
- ISBN
- 9781781805473
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.82
€ 16.99
€ 13.82
Paperback. Includes developments in DNA and protein synthesis, cell regulation, and their social and medical implications. Num Pages: 432 pages, 8pp b&w inset, diagrams. BIC Classification: PD; PSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 25. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780140272734
- ISBN
- 9780140272734
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.27
€ 14.99
€ 11.27
Hardcover. Editor(s): Arbib, Michael A.; Bonaiuto, James J. Series: My Adorable. Num Pages: 808 pages, 351 color illus. BIC Classification: PSAN; UYQ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 226 x 286 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1902.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- The MIT Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262034968
- ISBN
- 9780262034968
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.58€ 121.79
€ 126.58
€ 121.79
Hardcover. Editor(s): Beim, Anne; Madsen, Ulrik Stylsvig. Num Pages: 208 pages, 200 illus. BIC Classification: AM; PSAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 229 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1156.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Edition Axel Menges
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783936681864
- ISBN
- 9783936681864
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.83€ 61.32
€ 66.83
€ 61.32
Hardcover. Editor(s): Arbib, Michael A. Series: Strungmann Forum Reports. Num Pages: 584 pages, 70 color illus., 32 b&w illus. BIC Classification: CFM; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 161 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1406.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- MIT Press Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 584
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262018104
- ISBN
- 9780262018104
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 65.59€ 61.81
€ 65.59
€ 61.81
Paperback. A comprehensive photographic guide to 778 species of plants found in Kings Park and Bold Park. Num Pages: 440 pages, 3764 full colour photographs, 796 maps. BIC Classification: 1MBFW; PST. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 148 x 25. Weight in Grams: 822.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- CSIRO Publishing
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781486306022
- ISBN
- 9781486306022
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.46
€ 48.46
Hardback. The threats to forest health around the world are increasingly attracting international attention. This book covers the advances in the management of forest diseases, including the epidemiology and infection biology of forest pathogens, and forest protection based on integrated pest and disease management approaches. Editor(s): Gonthier, Paolo; Nicolotti, Giovanni. Num Pages: 704 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: PSTP; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 176 x 244 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1676.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780640402
- ISBN
- 9781780640402
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.67
€ 202.67
Hardback. Building on the extremely successful and popular Russell's Soil Conditions and Plant Growth, Wiley-Blackwell is pleased to publish this completely revised and updated edition of the soil science classic. Editor(s): Gregory, Peter J.; Nortcliff, Stephen. Num Pages: 472 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps (some col.). BIC Classification: PST; RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 180 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1124.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405197700
- ISBN
- 9781405197700
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.42
€ 184.42
Paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages, 17 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTQ; JHBL; PSTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 141 x 215 x 15. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816677283
- ISBN
- 9780816677283
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.56
€ 31.99
€ 28.56
Paperback. A practical reference on the physical and chemical factors and processes behind the functioning of fungi. This revised edition summarizes the field of fungal physiology from a dynamic, experimental viewpoint. Series: Wiley Science Paperback Series. Num Pages: 472 pages, tables, graphs, diagrams. BIC Classification: PSQ; PSTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 829.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471166153
- ISBN
- 9780471166153
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 183.20
€ 183.20
Paperback. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 225 x 35. Weight in Grams: 968.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226080901
- ISBN
- 9780226080901
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 39.48
€ 51.99
€ 39.48
Hardcover. Provides an exciting new synthesis and integrative understanding of brain evolution based on new insights in the exploding field of evolutionary developmental biology. * Discusses recent homology concepts (i.e. , sameness of characteristics across animal groups). Num Pages: 744 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 284 x 220 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1948.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 744
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471210054
- ISBN
- 9780471210054
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 228.75
€ 228.75
Hardback. This stimulating volume is the first to review the very latest scientific developments in human enhancement. It is unique in its examination of the ethical and policy implications of these technologies from a broad range of perspectives, including philosophy, the biological and neurosciences, and the social sciences. Editor(s): Savulescu, Julian; ter Meulen, Rudd; Kahane, Guy. Num Pages: 576 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFMG; MBDC; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 177 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1174.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405195812
- ISBN
- 9781405195812
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 108.25
€ 108.25
Hardback. How can an abstract sequence of sounds so intensely express emotional states? In the past ten years, research into the topic of music and emotion has flourished. This book explores the relationship between music and emotion, bringing together contributions from psychologists, neuroscientists, musicologists, musicians, and philosophers Editor(s): Cochrane, Tom; Fantini, Bernardino; Scherer, Klaus R. Translator(s): Jafflin, Kristen. Series: Series in Affective Science. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations, music. BIC Classification: AVA; HPM; JMQ; PSAN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 174 x 28. Weight in Grams: 858.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199654888
- ISBN
- 9780199654888
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 149.87
€ 149.87
Hardcover. New and expanded for its second edition, Environmental Microbiology: From Genomes to Biogeochemistry, Second Edition, is a timely update to a classic text filled with ideas, connections, and concepts that advance an in-depth understanding of this growing segment of microbiology. Num Pages: 592 pages. BIC Classification: PSB; PSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 198 x 253 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1304.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118439630
- ISBN
- 9781118439630
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.50
€ 132.50
Paperback. A council of leading scientists and philosophers offers wise and provocative insights into the ethical implications of one of the most momentous developments of all--cloning. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBDC; PSAD; PSAK; TCBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 144 x 217 x 30. Weight in Grams: 554.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- PublicAffairs
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781586481766
- ISBN
- 9781586481766
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.46
€ 24.99
€ 17.46
Hardback. Highlighting the day-to-day challenges of organic crop management for cost-effective real-world application, this book explores the biological control of diseases in 12 major crops. It focuses on the use of host plant resistance through transgenics and induced systemic resistance as a part of biological control. Editor(s): Gnanamanickam, Samuel S. Num Pages: 480 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVK; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 967.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780824706937
- ISBN
- 9780824706937
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 342.10
€ 342.10
Hardback. Presents a comprehensive review of oligonucleotide research covering molecular biological advances in this field, the status of antisense drug research, and strategies for future research and therapeutic applications. This work provides an integrated conceptual basis for considering oligonucleotide therapeutics. Num Pages: 624 pages, 32 black & white tables, 11 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: MMG; PSB; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178. Weight in Grams: 1406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 624
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780849347054
- ISBN
- 9780849347054
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 547.89
€ 547.89