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Chromosome Botany

by Archana Sharma, Sumitra Sen ...

The book covers both the basics of plant chromosomes as well as advances such as molecular characteristics, to give the reader an understanding of the chromosome as vehicle of hereditary transmission. It is meant for all levels of students in genetics, evolution, and biodiversity. ... Read more

$58.99 USD

The book covers both the basics of plant chromosomes as well as advances such as molecular characteristics, to give the reader an understanding of the chromosome as vehicle of hereditary transmission. It is meant for all levels of students in genetics, evolution, and biodiversity.
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High Altitude Primates

Edited by Alicia Krzton, Nanda B. Grow, Sharon Gursky-Doyen ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The basic goal of the volume is to compile the most up to date research on how high altitude affects the behavior, ecology, evolution and conservation status of primates, especially in comparison to lowland populations. Historically, the majority of primate studies have focused on lowland populations. However, as the lowlands have been disappearing, more and more primatologists have begun studying ... Read more

$143.09 USD

The basic goal of the volume is to compile the most up to date research on how high altitude affects the behavior, ecology, evolution and conservation status of primates, especially in comparison to lowland populations. Historically, the majority of primate studies have focused on lowland populations. However, as the lowlands have been disappearing, more and more primatologists have begun studying
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Astrobiology and Cuatro Ciénegas Basin as an Analog of Early Earth

Edited by Valeria Souza, Antígona Segura, Jamie S. Foster ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Astrobiology not only investigates how early life took hold of our planet but also life on other planets – both in our Solar System and beyond – and their potential for habitability. The book take readers from the scars on planetary surfaces made by space rocks to the history of the Solar System narrated by those space rocks as well as exoplanets in other planetary systems. But the true question ... Read more

$89.09 USD

Astrobiology not only investigates how early life took hold of our planet but also life on other planets – both in our Solar System and beyond – and their potential for habitability. The book take readers from the scars on planetary surfaces made by space rocks to the history of the Solar System narrated by those space rocks as well as exoplanets in other planetary systems. But the true question
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Plant Geography of Chile

by Andres Moreira-Munoz ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The first and so far only Plant Geography of Chile was written about 100 years ago, since when many things have changed: plants have been renamed and reclassified; taxonomy and systematics have experienced deep changes as have biology, geography, and biogeography. The time is therefore ripe for a new look at Chile’s plants and their distribution.Focusing on three key issues – botany/systematics, ... Read more

$242.09 USD

The first and so far only Plant Geography of Chile was written about 100 years ago, since when many things have changed: plants have been renamed and reclassified; taxonomy and systematics have experienced deep changes as have biology, geography, and biogeography. The time is therefore ripe for a new look at Chile’s plants and their distribution.Focusing on three key issues – botany/systematics,
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Evolution (Routledge Revivals)

by F. B. Jevons ...

Series series Routledge Revivals
First published in 1900, this philosophical essay on Evolution questions how the acceptance of Evolution as scientific should influence the thoughts and actions of humankind from the perspective of morality and moral conduct. In his discussion, Frank B. Jevons deals with such subjects as pessimism and optimism towards evolutionary theory, the laws of motion and matter, and the importance of ... Read more

$33.99 USD

First published in 1900, this philosophical essay on Evolution questions how the acceptance of Evolution as scientific should influence the thoughts and actions of humankind from the perspective of morality and moral conduct. In his discussion, Frank B. Jevons deals with such subjects as pessimism and optimism towards evolutionary theory, the laws of motion and matter, and the importance of
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Modelling Natural Action Selection

Edited by Anil K. Seth, Tony J. Prescott, Joanna J. Bryson ...

Action selection is the task of doing the right thing at the right time. It requires the assessment of available alternatives, executing those most appropriate, and resolving conflicts among competing goals and possibilities. Using advanced computational modelling, this book explores cutting-edge research into action selection in nature from a wide range of disciplines, from neuroscience to ... Read more

$186.99 USD

Action selection is the task of doing the right thing at the right time. It requires the assessment of available alternatives, executing those most appropriate, and resolving conflicts among competing goals and possibilities. Using advanced computational modelling, this book explores cutting-edge research into action selection in nature from a wide range of disciplines, from neuroscience to
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Dietary Chinese Herbs

Chemistry, Pharmacology and Clinical Evidence

Edited by Yanze Liu, Zhimin Wang, Junzeng Zhang ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This work presents up-to-date information on chemical, pharmacological, clinical studies and historical uses of common dietary Chinese herbs. Authored by native experts in the field, the reader is introduced to each herb with a brief chronological review of Chinese literature on dietary herb uses, with chapters dedicated to each selected herb including color photos for each herb. In addition, ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This work presents up-to-date information on chemical, pharmacological, clinical studies and historical uses of common dietary Chinese herbs. Authored by native experts in the field, the reader is introduced to each herb with a brief chronological review of Chinese literature on dietary herb uses, with chapters dedicated to each selected herb including color photos for each herb. In addition,
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Biocommunication of Fungi

Edited by Günther Witzany ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Fungi are sessile, highly sensitive organisms that actively compete for environmental resources both above and below the ground. They assess their surroundings, estimate how much energy they need for particular goals, and then realise the optimum variant. They take measures to control certain environmental resources. They perceive themselves and can distinguish between ‘self’ and ‘non-self’. They ... Read more

$143.09 USD

Fungi are sessile, highly sensitive organisms that actively compete for environmental resources both above and below the ground. They assess their surroundings, estimate how much energy they need for particular goals, and then realise the optimum variant. They take measures to control certain environmental resources. They perceive themselves and can distinguish between ‘self’ and ‘non-self’. They
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HOMO CAPTIVUS

by HÉLÈNE HÉDIN ...

Il n’est pire prison que celle dont les barreaux sont invisiblesÀ l’état sauvage, nombre d’espèces sociales (telles que loups, babouins ou chimpanzés) forment des structures hiérarchiques fondées sur l’expérience acquise et le respect de normes éthiques : le lien à l’autre passe avant l’intérêt individuel, les pulsions égoïstes sont régulées, le partage et l’entraide sont récompensés. En revanche, ... Read more

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Il n’est pire prison que celle dont les barreaux sont invisiblesÀ l’état sauvage, nombre d’espèces sociales (telles que loups, babouins ou chimpanzés) forment des structures hiérarchiques fondées sur l’expérience acquise et le respect de normes éthiques : le lien à l’autre passe avant l’intérêt individuel, les pulsions égoïstes sont régulées, le partage et l’entraide sont récompensés. En revanche,
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The Evolutionary: A Brief History of Intelligence

Unveiling the Secrets of the Mind

by Aaron E. ...

Series series The Evolutionary
The Evolving Mind: A Journey from Worm Brains to Deep BlueFrom the humble beginnings of early bilaterian worms with simple steering abilities, to the astonishing intellect of modern humans and AI, the evolution of the mind has followed a twisting path. Join us on a thrilling expedition through the major breakthroughs that shaped intelligence over the ages.We'll start deep in the oceans 500 million ... Read more

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The Evolving Mind: A Journey from Worm Brains to Deep BlueFrom the humble beginnings of early bilaterian worms with simple steering abilities, to the astonishing intellect of modern humans and AI, the evolution of the mind has followed a twisting path. Join us on a thrilling expedition through the major breakthroughs that shaped intelligence over the ages.We'll start deep in the oceans 500 million
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Introducción a la Terapia Energética para el Síndrome de Klinefelter

by Edenilson Brandl ...

Bienvenidos a "Introducción a la Terapia Energética para el Síndrome de Klinefelter". Este libro nace de la necesidad de ofrecer una guía comprensiva y compasiva para aquellos que enfrentan el Síndrome de Klinefelter y buscan maneras de mejorar su bienestar emocional y mental.El Síndrome de Klinefelter es una condición genética que afecta a un número significativo de individuos en todo el mundo. A ... Read more

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Bienvenidos a "Introducción a la Terapia Energética para el Síndrome de Klinefelter". Este libro nace de la necesidad de ofrecer una guía comprensiva y compasiva para aquellos que enfrentan el Síndrome de Klinefelter y buscan maneras de mejorar su bienestar emocional y mental.El Síndrome de Klinefelter es una condición genética que afecta a un número significativo de individuos en todo el mundo. A
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ADVANCED TREATMENT FOR ALPHA-1 ANTITRYPSIN DEFICIENCY: APOMETRY, NLP, REGRESSION AND HYPNOSIS

by Edenilson Brandl ...

In the realm of medical science and holistic healing, there exists a vast universe of possibilities waiting to be explored. This book, "Advanced Treatment for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Apometry, NLP, Regression, and Hypnosis," represents a journey into the uncharted territories of holistic treatment modalities.Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) is a complex genetic disorder that has ... Read more

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In the realm of medical science and holistic healing, there exists a vast universe of possibilities waiting to be explored. This book, "Advanced Treatment for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Apometry, NLP, Regression, and Hypnosis," represents a journey into the uncharted territories of holistic treatment modalities.Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) is a complex genetic disorder that has
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Seagrasses of Australia

Structure, Ecology and Conservation

Edited by Anthony W. D. Larkum, Gary A. Kendrick, Peter J. Ralph ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book takes the place of “Biology of Seagrasses: A Treatise on the Biology of Seagrasses with Special Reference to the Australian Region”, co-edited by A.W.D. Larkum, A.J. MaCComb and S.A. Shepherd and published by Elsevier in 1989. The first book has been influential, but it is now 25 years since it was published and seagrass studies have progressed and developed considerably since then. The ... Read more

$332.09 USD

This book takes the place of “Biology of Seagrasses: A Treatise on the Biology of Seagrasses with Special Reference to the Australian Region”, co-edited by A.W.D. Larkum, A.J. MaCComb and S.A. Shepherd and published by Elsevier in 1989. The first book has been influential, but it is now 25 years since it was published and seagrass studies have progressed and developed considerably since then. The
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Marxism and the Individual

by Cem Eroğul ...

Translated by Paula Darwish ...

Series series Philosophy and Religion (R0)
This book attempts to develop a Marxist theory of the human individual. It contends that the standard description of the human as a bio-psycho-social being is fundamentally deficient as it doesn’t specify which of these attributes is the determining one. As long as this is not done, the real nature of humanity cannot be uncovered. ... Read more

$98.09 USD

This book attempts to develop a Marxist theory of the human individual. It contends that the standard description of the human as a bio-psycho-social being is fundamentally deficient as it doesn’t specify which of these attributes is the determining one. As long as this is not done, the real nature of humanity cannot be uncovered.
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Ultrasocial

The Evolution of Human Nature and the Quest for a Sustainable Future

by John M. Gowdy ...

Ultrasocial argues that rather than environmental destruction and extreme inequality being due to human nature, they are the result of the adoption of agriculture by our ancestors. Human economy has become an ultrasocial superorganism (similar to an ant or termite colony), with the requirements of superorganism taking precedence over the individuals within it. Human society is now an autonomous, ... Read more

$19.69 USD

Ultrasocial argues that rather than environmental destruction and extreme inequality being due to human nature, they are the result of the adoption of agriculture by our ancestors. Human economy has become an ultrasocial superorganism (similar to an ant or termite colony), with the requirements of superorganism taking precedence over the individuals within it. Human society is now an autonomous,
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Darwin en España

by Thomas G. Glick ...

Series Book 93 - Història
El evolucionismo darwinista, no sólo es uno de los paradigmas del moderno saber biológico, sino también ha significado un cambio en las concepciones del hombre y del mundo que, desde el siglo XIX, pretenden basarse en la ciencia. Por ello, el impacto que tuvo -y que continúa teniendo- la recepción de la obra de Darwin sobrepasa los límites del mundo académico para convertirse en un tema de debate ... Read more

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El evolucionismo darwinista, no sólo es uno de los paradigmas del moderno saber biológico, sino también ha significado un cambio en las concepciones del hombre y del mundo que, desde el siglo XIX, pretenden basarse en la ciencia. Por ello, el impacto que tuvo -y que continúa teniendo- la recepción de la obra de Darwin sobrepasa los límites del mundo académico para convertirse en un tema de debate
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The Genesis Conspiracy

A Religion of Rome

by Wayne Talbot ...

Did the early Church of Rome conspire with the pagan Emperor Constantine to create a new religion for the West, superseding Judaism and displacing the Children of Israel as God’s First Born Son (Exodus 4:22)? Catholic scholar, Bernard Lee observed: “Most Christological interpretation has been ‘supersessionist’, that is, it has interpreted Jesus as initiating a new Covenant that supersedes Judaism. ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Did the early Church of Rome conspire with the pagan Emperor Constantine to create a new religion for the West, superseding Judaism and displacing the Children of Israel as God’s First Born Son (Exodus 4:22)? Catholic scholar, Bernard Lee observed: “Most Christological interpretation has been ‘supersessionist’, that is, it has interpreted Jesus as initiating a new Covenant that supersedes Judaism.
... Read more
Floral Diagrams

An Aid to Understanding Flower Morphology and Evolution

by Louis P. Ronse De Craene ...

Floral morphology is key for understanding floral evolution and plant identification. Floral diagrams are two-dimensional representations of flowers that replace extensive descriptions or elaborate drawings to convey information in a clear and unbiased way. Following the same outline as the first edition, this comprehensive guide includes updated and relevant literature, represents the latest ... Read more

$57.39 USD

Floral morphology is key for understanding floral evolution and plant identification. Floral diagrams are two-dimensional representations of flowers that replace extensive descriptions or elaborate drawings to convey information in a clear and unbiased way. Following the same outline as the first edition, this comprehensive guide includes updated and relevant literature, represents the latest
... Read more
Esplorando il Codice Genetico: Genetica, Farmacia e le Chiavi della Salute Umana

by Edenilson Brandl ...

La genetica è una scienza affascinante che ci permette di svelare i misteri del nostro DNA e capire come i geni influenzano la nostra salute e il nostro benessere. Attraverso i progressi tecnologici e la ricerca pionieristica, abbiamo assistito a rapidi progressi nel campo della genetica, svelando i segreti della malattia e rivelando nuove opportunità per la medicina personalizzata.Questo libro è ... Read more

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La genetica è una scienza affascinante che ci permette di svelare i misteri del nostro DNA e capire come i geni influenzano la nostra salute e il nostro benessere. Attraverso i progressi tecnologici e la ricerca pionieristica, abbiamo assistito a rapidi progressi nel campo della genetica, svelando i segreti della malattia e rivelando nuove opportunità per la medicina personalizzata.Questo libro è
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Farmacogenomica e il Futuro dei Trattamenti Personalizzati

by Edenilson Brandl ...

La medicina sta attraversando una rivoluzione silenziosa che promette di trasformare il modo in cui trattiamo i pazienti. Sebbene siano stati compiuti notevoli passi avanti nella comprensione delle malattie e nello sviluppo di farmaci, la risposta individuale di ogni persona ai trattamenti rimane un mistero complesso da svelare.Questo libro cerca di esplorare una delle aree più promettenti in ... Read more

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La medicina sta attraversando una rivoluzione silenziosa che promette di trasformare il modo in cui trattiamo i pazienti. Sebbene siano stati compiuti notevoli passi avanti nella comprensione delle malattie e nello sviluppo di farmaci, la risposta individuale di ogni persona ai trattamenti rimane un mistero complesso da svelare.Questo libro cerca di esplorare una delle aree più promettenti in
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The Origin of Higher Clades

Osteology, Myology, Phylogeny and Evolution of Bony Fishes and the Rise of Tetrapods

by Rui Diogo ...

The book provides insight on the osteology, myology, phylogeny and evolution of Osteichthyes. It not only provides an extensive cladistic analysis of osteichthyan higher-level inter-relationships based on a phylogenetic comparison of 356 characters in 80 extant and fossil terminal taxa representing all major groups of Osteichthyes, but also analyses various terminal taxa and osteological ... Read more

$91.99 USD

The book provides insight on the osteology, myology, phylogeny and evolution of Osteichthyes. It not only provides an extensive cladistic analysis of osteichthyan higher-level inter-relationships based on a phylogenetic comparison of 356 characters in 80 extant and fossil terminal taxa representing all major groups of Osteichthyes, but also analyses various terminal taxa and osteological
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The Evolution of Complexity

Simple Simulations of Major Innovations

by Larry Bull ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book gathers together much of the author’s work – both old and new - to explore a number of the key increases in complexity seen in the natural world, seeking to explain each of them purely in terms of the features of fitness landscapes. In a very straightforward manner, the book introduces basic concepts to help readers follow the main ideas. By using variations of the NK model and including ... Read more

$134.09 USD

This book gathers together much of the author’s work – both old and new - to explore a number of the key increases in complexity seen in the natural world, seeking to explain each of them purely in terms of the features of fitness landscapes. In a very straightforward manner, the book introduces basic concepts to help readers follow the main ideas. By using variations of the NK model and including
... Read more
Dinosaurs

How We Know What We Know

by Mary Higby Schweitzer, Elena Rita Schroeter, Charles Doug Czajka ...

This textbook introduces research on dinosaurs by describing the science behind how we know what we know about dinosaurs. A wide range of topics is covered, from fossils and taphonomy to dinosaur physiology, evolution, and extinction. In addition, sedimentology, paleo-tectonics, and non-dinosaurian Mesozoic life are discussed. There is a special opportunity to capitalize on the enthusiasm for ... Read more

$126.99 USD

This textbook introduces research on dinosaurs by describing the science behind how we know what we know about dinosaurs. A wide range of topics is covered, from fossils and taphonomy to dinosaur physiology, evolution, and extinction. In addition, sedimentology, paleo-tectonics, and non-dinosaurian Mesozoic life are discussed. There is a special opportunity to capitalize on the enthusiasm for
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Evolution and Biogeography

Volume 8

Edited by Martin Thiel, Gary Poore ...

Series series The Natural History of the Crustacea
This is the eighth volume of a ten-volume series on The Natural History of the Crustacea. The volume examines Evolution and Biogeography, and the first part of this volume is entirely dedicated to the explanation of the origins and successful establishment of the Crustacea in the oceans. In the second part of the book, the biogeography of the Crustacea is explored in order to infer how they ... Read more

$129.59 USD

This is the eighth volume of a ten-volume series on The Natural History of the Crustacea. The volume examines Evolution and Biogeography, and the first part of this volume is entirely dedicated to the explanation of the origins and successful establishment of the Crustacea in the oceans. In the second part of the book, the biogeography of the Crustacea is explored in order to infer how they
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