Rakuten Kobo

Essays on the Extended Evolutionary Synthesis

Formalizations and Expansions

de Rodrick Wallace ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
From the ‘punctuated equilibrium' of Eldrege and Gould, through Lewontin's ‘triple helix' and the various visions and revisions of the Extended Evolutionary Synthesis (EES) of Laland and others, both data and theory have demanded an opening-up of the 1950's Evolutionary Synthesis that so firmly wedded evolutionary theory to the mathematics of gene frequency analysis. It can, however, be argued ... Leer más

$49.49 USD

From the ‘punctuated equilibrium' of Eldrege and Gould, through Lewontin's ‘triple helix' and the various visions and revisions of the Extended Evolutionary Synthesis (EES) of Laland and others, both data and theory have demanded an opening-up of the 1950's Evolutionary Synthesis that so firmly wedded evolutionary theory to the mathematics of gene frequency analysis. It can, however, be argued
... Leer más
Unraveling Genetic Inheritance: From DNA to Medical Treatments

de Edenilson Brandl ...

Genetics has long been a fascinating area of study that plays a key role in our understanding of life and health. Since the dawn of science, human beings have wondered about how our characteristics are transmitted from generation to generation and how genes can influence our predisposition to diseases.This book is a journey through the fascinating fields of genetics and medicine, where we will ... Leer más

$1.99 USD

Genetics has long been a fascinating area of study that plays a key role in our understanding of life and health. Since the dawn of science, human beings have wondered about how our characteristics are transmitted from generation to generation and how genes can influence our predisposition to diseases.This book is a journey through the fascinating fields of genetics and medicine, where we will
... Leer más
Revealing God’s Truth

The Universe Is Old, Evolution Is Real, Life and Death Predates Adam, Flood Yes, but Not Global, Reexamining Genesis and Other Christian Topics

de Paul Welechenko ...

Christians should never feel like they have to deny science to keep their faith. We can place our faith in Christ and scripture and at the same time embrace science. We need not be discouraged by scientific discoveries, but rather be encouraged by them as all truth—scientific and spiritual—is God’s truth.The complexities of the universe, Earth, and life reveal the creative mind of God and provide ... Leer más

$8.99 USD

Christians should never feel like they have to deny science to keep their faith. We can place our faith in Christ and scripture and at the same time embrace science. We need not be discouraged by scientific discoveries, but rather be encouraged by them as all truth—scientific and spiritual—is God’s truth.The complexities of the universe, Earth, and life reveal the creative mind of God and provide
... Leer más
The Nature of Classification

Relationships and Kinds in the Natural Sciences

de J. Wilkins, M. Ebach ...

Series series Philosophy and Religion (R0)
Discussing the generally ignored issue of the classification of natural objects in the philosophy of science, this book focuses on knowledge and social relations, and offers a way to understand classification as a necessary aspect of doing science. ... Leer más

$49.99 USD

Discussing the generally ignored issue of the classification of natural objects in the philosophy of science, this book focuses on knowledge and social relations, and offers a way to understand classification as a necessary aspect of doing science.
... Leer más
Basics in Human Evolution

Edición de Michael P Muehlenbein ...

Basics in Human Evolution offers a broad view of evolutionary biology and medicine. The book is written for a non-expert audience, providing accessible and convenient content that will appeal to numerous readers across the interdisciplinary field. From evolutionary theory, to cultural evolution, this book fills gaps in the readers' knowledge from various backgrounds and introduces them to thought ... Leer más

$107.99 USD

Basics in Human Evolution offers a broad view of evolutionary biology and medicine. The book is written for a non-expert audience, providing accessible and convenient content that will appeal to numerous readers across the interdisciplinary field. From evolutionary theory, to cultural evolution, this book fills gaps in the readers' knowledge from various backgrounds and introduces them to thought
... Leer más
Salivary Glands

Development, Adaptations and Disease

de P.T. Sharpe ...

Series series Frontiers of Oral Biology
Salivary glands are of utmost importance for several physiological functions ranging from the protection of teeth and surrounding soft tissues to the lubrication of the oral cavity, which is crucial for speech and perception of food taste. This publication highlights specific aspects of salivary gland development, investigating the mechanisms involved in embryonic development, the current research ... Leer más

$201.99 USD

Salivary glands are of utmost importance for several physiological functions ranging from the protection of teeth and surrounding soft tissues to the lubrication of the oral cavity, which is crucial for speech and perception of food taste. This publication highlights specific aspects of salivary gland development, investigating the mechanisms involved in embryonic development, the current research
... Leer más
Living Lights a Popular account of Phosphorescent Animals and Vegetables

de Charles Frederick Holder ...

Living Lights: A Popular Account of Phosphorescent Animals and Vegetables by Charles Frederick Holder is a mesmerizing journey into the wonders of bioluminescence, led by one of the 19th century’s most passionate naturalists.As the audiobook unfolds, Holder’s vivid storytelling immerses the listener in a world where life literally glows—from the radiant jellyfish and fireflies to astonishing ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Living Lights: A Popular Account of Phosphorescent Animals and Vegetables by Charles Frederick Holder is a mesmerizing journey into the wonders of bioluminescence, led by one of the 19th century’s most passionate naturalists.As the audiobook unfolds, Holder’s vivid storytelling immerses the listener in a world where life literally glows—from the radiant jellyfish and fireflies to astonishing
... Leer más
THE UNUPGRADED MIND

Humanity commands god-like technology with a Stone-Age brain

de Benjamin Katz ...

This is not another book about understanding humanity. It is a confrontation with its failure. We live in an age of deafening noise, inflated identities, and endless self-importance—yet beneath the surface, something far more dangerous unfolds: a species equipped with immense power, but governed by an unupgraded mind. The result is not progress, but a slow, intelligent drift toward regression. In ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

This is not another book about understanding humanity. It is a confrontation with its failure. We live in an age of deafening noise, inflated identities, and endless self-importance—yet beneath the surface, something far more dangerous unfolds: a species equipped with immense power, but governed by an unupgraded mind. The result is not progress, but a slow, intelligent drift toward regression. In
... Leer más
Starbound Aborigines

de David C. Sterling ...

HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE AN OUTSIDER ON YOUR OWN PLANET?We call Earth the "cradle of humanity." But why is this cradle so hostile to us? Why does Earth's gravity destroy our spines, why does the sun burn our skin, and why are our infants the most vulnerable in all of nature? No other species is as poorly adapted to this world as we are."STARBOUND ABORIGINES" is a manifesto for a species with ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE AN OUTSIDER ON YOUR OWN PLANET?We call Earth the "cradle of humanity." But why is this cradle so hostile to us? Why does Earth's gravity destroy our spines, why does the sun burn our skin, and why are our infants the most vulnerable in all of nature? No other species is as poorly adapted to this world as we are."STARBOUND ABORIGINES" is a manifesto for a species with
... Leer más
Quantitative Genetics in the Wild

Edición de Anne Charmantier, Dany Garant, Loeske E. B. Kruuk ...

Although the field of quantitative genetics - the study of the genetic basis of variation in quantitative characteristics such as body size, or reproductive success - is almost 100 years old, its application to the study of evolutionary processes in wild populations has expanded greatly over the last few decades. During this time, the use of 'wild quantitative genetics' has provided insights into ... Leer más

$75.99 USD

Although the field of quantitative genetics - the study of the genetic basis of variation in quantitative characteristics such as body size, or reproductive success - is almost 100 years old, its application to the study of evolutionary processes in wild populations has expanded greatly over the last few decades. During this time, the use of 'wild quantitative genetics' has provided insights into
... Leer más
Arternes oprindelse

de Charles Darwin ...

Traducido por J.P. Jacobsen ...

Charles Darwins bog "Arternes Oprindelse" fra 1859 betragtes endnu den dag i dag som det vigtigste bidrag til biologien nogensinde. Bogen, der bygger på en lang række af Charles Darwins egne opdagelser under hans rejse med HMS Beagle, fremsætter teorien om, at alle organismer er udviklet gennem naturlig selektion. Darwins evolutionsteori skabte stor debat og røre, da den udfordrede både datidens ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Charles Darwins bog "Arternes Oprindelse" fra 1859 betragtes endnu den dag i dag som det vigtigste bidrag til biologien nogensinde. Bogen, der bygger på en lang række af Charles Darwins egne opdagelser under hans rejse med HMS Beagle, fremsætter teorien om, at alle organismer er udviklet gennem naturlig selektion. Darwins evolutionsteori skabte stor debat og røre, da den udfordrede både datidens
... Leer más
No More Monkey Business

Evolution In Crisis

de Kevin Simington ...

“No More Monkey Business” is a stunning, up-to-date exposé of a theory that is in deep crisis. It presents a comprehensive examination of the overwhelming scientific evidence that now directly contradicts the theory of evolution, and documents the complete abandonment of the theory by a growing number of the world’s leading scientists. Aimed at the intelligent layperson, written with wit, and ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

“No More Monkey Business” is a stunning, up-to-date exposé of a theory that is in deep crisis. It presents a comprehensive examination of the overwhelming scientific evidence that now directly contradicts the theory of evolution, and documents the complete abandonment of the theory by a growing number of the world’s leading scientists. Aimed at the intelligent layperson, written with wit, and
... Leer más
Deep-Sea Fishes

Biology, Diversity, Ecology and Fisheries

de Imants G. Priede ...

The technological advances of the last twenty years have brought huge advances in our understanding of the deep sea and of the species inhabiting this elusive and fascinating environment. Synthesising the very latest research and discoveries, this is a comprehensive and much-needed account of deep-sea fishes. Priede examines all aspects of this incredibly diverse group of animals, reviewing almost ... Leer más

$105.99 USD

The technological advances of the last twenty years have brought huge advances in our understanding of the deep sea and of the species inhabiting this elusive and fascinating environment. Synthesising the very latest research and discoveries, this is a comprehensive and much-needed account of deep-sea fishes. Priede examines all aspects of this incredibly diverse group of animals, reviewing almost
... Leer más
The Key to survival

de José ...

This book intentionally highlights the positive aspects of life on Earth—not out of naivety, but from clear-sighted awareness. The planet we call home is extraordinary in its biodiversity, regenerative abilities, and fragile, intricate beauty. It has an incredible capacity to heal, provided the wounds we inflict stop multiplying. Like a scar that slowly closes over time, ecosystems can recover—if ... Leer más

$7.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This book intentionally highlights the positive aspects of life on Earth—not out of naivety, but from clear-sighted awareness. The planet we call home is extraordinary in its biodiversity, regenerative abilities, and fragile, intricate beauty. It has an incredible capacity to heal, provided the wounds we inflict stop multiplying. Like a scar that slowly closes over time, ecosystems can recover—if
... Leer más
Der dritte Schimpanse

Evolution und Zukunft des Menschen

de Jared Diamond ...

Wie sich der Mensch innerhalb kurzer Zeit von einer Säugetierart unter vielen zu einem Eroberer der Welt aufschwang; und wie wir die Fähigkeit erwarben, all jenen Fortschritt über Nacht auszulöschen.In diesem mehrfach ausgezeichneten Buch erklärt Jared Diamond den Menschen und seine Fähigkeiten aus seiner Abstammung als ›dritter Schimpanse‹. ... Leer más

$15.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Wie sich der Mensch innerhalb kurzer Zeit von einer Säugetierart unter vielen zu einem Eroberer der Welt aufschwang; und wie wir die Fähigkeit erwarben, all jenen Fortschritt über Nacht auszulöschen.In diesem mehrfach ausgezeichneten Buch erklärt Jared Diamond den Menschen und seine Fähigkeiten aus seiner Abstammung als ›dritter Schimpanse‹.
... Leer más
The Dawn Angiosperms

Uncovering the Origin of Flowering Plants

de Xin Wang ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
This book discusses the controversial and conflicting hypotheses on the origin of angiosperms, which was generally assumed to be restricted to the Cretaceous and later ages. Since publishing the first edition of “The Dawn of Angiosperms” in 2010, several important advances have been made in this field of science, namely 1) the discovery of new fossil angiosperms from the Jurassic; 2) European ... Leer más

$143.99 USD

This book discusses the controversial and conflicting hypotheses on the origin of angiosperms, which was generally assumed to be restricted to the Cretaceous and later ages. Since publishing the first edition of “The Dawn of Angiosperms” in 2010, several important advances have been made in this field of science, namely 1) the discovery of new fossil angiosperms from the Jurassic; 2) European
... Leer más
Understanding the Tree of Life

de Kevin Omland ...

Series series Understanding Life
Challenge outdated views of evolution and embrace a clearer understanding of life's incredible diversity with this enlightening exploration of evolutionary trees. Far from being a linear ladder of progress, evolution is a vast, branching tree where all species-humans included-are evolutionary cousins, not ancestors or descendants. Every organism alive today shares the same 3.5 billion years of ... Leer más

$16.99 USD

Challenge outdated views of evolution and embrace a clearer understanding of life's incredible diversity with this enlightening exploration of evolutionary trees. Far from being a linear ladder of progress, evolution is a vast, branching tree where all species-humans included-are evolutionary cousins, not ancestors or descendants. Every organism alive today shares the same 3.5 billion years of
... Leer más
Darwin y la evolución por selección natural. Una introducción

de Rosaura Ruiz Gutiérrez, Ma. Cristina Hernández Rodríguez, Ricardo Noguera Solano ...

¿Por qué hay tantas especies en el mundo? ¿Cómo logran los pingüinos sobrevivir en el frío extremo? ¿Por qué los mamuts y los dinosaurios ya no existen? ¿Y qué significa realmente que somos parientes de los monos? Este libro te ofrece respuestas claras y científicas a estas y otras preguntas sobre la evolución de los seres vivos. A través de tres capítulos, descubrirás cómo las especies se adaptan ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

¿Por qué hay tantas especies en el mundo? ¿Cómo logran los pingüinos sobrevivir en el frío extremo? ¿Por qué los mamuts y los dinosaurios ya no existen? ¿Y qué significa realmente que somos parientes de los monos? Este libro te ofrece respuestas claras y científicas a estas y otras preguntas sobre la evolución de los seres vivos. A través de tres capítulos, descubrirás cómo las especies se adaptan
... Leer más
Studies in Oat Evolution

A Man's Life with Avena

de Gideon Ladizinsky ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The book is based on the author's life time experience in exploring and researching the genus Avena. It describes some great events in oat research and minor stories along the way. It will be of interest and value to all those working with oats and to students and scientists of crop evolution, including those dealing with collecting and conserving wild genetic resources.A first part deals with the ... Leer más

$49.99 USD

The book is based on the author's life time experience in exploring and researching the genus Avena. It describes some great events in oat research and minor stories along the way. It will be of interest and value to all those working with oats and to students and scientists of crop evolution, including those dealing with collecting and conserving wild genetic resources.A first part deals with the
... Leer más
Darwin's Pictures: Views of Evolutionary Theory, 1837-1874

de Julia Voss, Lori Lantz ...

$36.99 USD
Drunk Flies and Stoned Dolphins

A Trip Through the World of Animal Intoxication

de One R. Pagan ...

From the cup of coffee that jumpstarts the day to dangerously addictive drugs, the recreational use of plants with psychoactive properties has a long history among humans.But, as with many things, it turns out that other animals got there first.From parrots to primates, consuming medicinal chemicals is an instinctive behavior that helps countless organisms fight infection and treat disease. But ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

From the cup of coffee that jumpstarts the day to dangerously addictive drugs, the recreational use of plants with psychoactive properties has a long history among humans.But, as with many things, it turns out that other animals got there first.From parrots to primates, consuming medicinal chemicals is an instinctive behavior that helps countless organisms fight infection and treat disease. But
... Leer más
Bioactive Compounds Extraction from Marine Resources and Wastes

Edición de J. Basilio Heredia, Erick Paul Gutiérrez-Grijalva, Luis Angel Cabanillas-Bojórquez ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book provides information about the principal biotechnological strategies (enzyme-assisted extraction, liquid fermentation, and solid-state fermentation) used for the bioactive compounds (bioactive peptides, carotenoids, phenolic acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, among others) extraction from the marine resource (marine animals, microalgae, seaweed, among others) and ... Leer más

$224.99 USD

This book provides information about the principal biotechnological strategies (enzyme-assisted extraction, liquid fermentation, and solid-state fermentation) used for the bioactive compounds (bioactive peptides, carotenoids, phenolic acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, among others) extraction from the marine resource (marine animals, microalgae, seaweed, among others) and
... Leer más
AMERICAN LION

The True Story of Panthera Leo Atrox, North America's Largest Prehistoric Predator and Its Mysterious Extinction

de Joseph V. Lilly ...

American Lion: The True Story of Panthera Leo Atrox, North America's Largest Prehistoric Predator and Its Mysterious ExtinctionIt ruled an entire continent for thousands of years. It was larger than any lion alive today, faster than most predators of its era, and feared by everything that shared the ancient North American landscape with it. And then, without a single witness, without a clear ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

American Lion: The True Story of Panthera Leo Atrox, North America's Largest Prehistoric Predator and Its Mysterious ExtinctionIt ruled an entire continent for thousands of years. It was larger than any lion alive today, faster than most predators of its era, and feared by everything that shared the ancient North American landscape with it. And then, without a single witness, without a clear
... Leer más
L’origine dell’uomo secondo la teoria dell’evoluzione

de Cesare Enrico Aroldi ...

CAPITOLO I. – LE BASI DELLA TEORIA.La dottrina dell’origine dell’uomo si riattacca alla dottrina più generale dell’origine delle specie. – La vecchia storia dell’immutabilità delle specie aveva il suo precedente teologico nella falsa idea del piano prestabilito. – Metodo darwiniano. – Variazioni osservate e ottenute nelle specie domestiche. – Esempî. – Conseguenze che ne trasse Darwin. – Il libro ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

CAPITOLO I. – LE BASI DELLA TEORIA.La dottrina dell’origine dell’uomo si riattacca alla dottrina più generale dell’origine delle specie. – La vecchia storia dell’immutabilità delle specie aveva il suo precedente teologico nella falsa idea del piano prestabilito. – Metodo darwiniano. – Variazioni osservate e ottenute nelle specie domestiche. – Esempî. – Conseguenze che ne trasse Darwin. – Il libro
... Leer más

eReaders

Aplicaciones

Accesorios

Carrito de compra

¡Obtienes el tratamiento VIP!

Tu carrito de compra está vacío

Disponible el:

1 audiolibro mensual

+ Prueba gratis de 30 días

Disponible el:

1 audiolibro mensual

+ Prueba gratis de 30 días

Recomendado para ti

eBooks de Evolución

Mostrar: