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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The gradual increase in the average temperature of the Earth is known as global warming. It also refers to the ongoing increase in global surface temperature which is happening primarily due to human activities. The foremost cause of global warming is the rising levels of greenhouse gas emissions. Some of the major greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane. There are various adverse changes which are caused due to global warming such as extreme weather events, expansion of deserts, rising sea levels and irregular precipitation. Change in temperature is observed to be the most severe in the arctic region, which has subsequently led to the retreat of glaciers, sea ice and permafrost. The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of global warming and the recent researches in this field. The topics included herein about this problem are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Weed control aims to stop noxious weeds from competing with the desired flora and fauna. It plays a vital role in agriculture. They also contaminate harvests and interfere with the management of desirable plants. The diverse methods of weed control are broadly divided into physical methods, cultural methods and chemical methods. The physical methods include covering the weed, manual removal, thermal methods, tillage and seed targeting. Some of the cultural methods of weed control are stale seed beds and crop rotation. The management of pests which have adverse effects upon human activities is termed as pest control. Biological pest control and pesticides are a few methods of controlling pests. Biological pest control relies on predation and usage of other organisms to control pests. This book brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of weed and pest control. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied methods used within these fields. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The rupture in the crust of a planet such as Earth, which allows hot lava, gases and volcanic ash to escape from a magma chamber beneath the surface, is called a volcano. The discipline which is involved in the study of volcanoes, lava, magma and other related geophysical, geological and geochemical phenomena is called volcanology. It also studies the formation of volcanoes along with current as well as historic volcanic eruptions. There are various aspects related to volcanoes which are monitored under this field. A few of these are seismic observations, surface deformation monitoring and gas emission monitoring. Seismographs are deployed near volcanic areas to make seismic observations. Surface deformation monitoring observes the bulges near the volcanic center's surface which can indicate magma upwelling. Gas emissions are observed using equipment such as portable ultra-violet spectrometers to monitor changes in gas compositions, which can signal an impending volcanic eruption. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of volcanology. The topics included herein on this subject are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A flood is an overflow of water that submerges the land which is generally dry. It can occur due to various factors such as overflow of water from water bodies, accumulation of rainwater on saturated ground in an areal flood or when the flow rate exceeds the capacity of the river channel. Flood modeling is a process where the effects of floods are simulated using mathematical formulas and equations. Flood forecasting involves the use of forecasted precipitation and streamflow data to forecast flow rates and water levels. It is an important element of flood warning. It makes use of real-time flood forecasting models for early warning and prevention from disaster. Construction of floodways, diversion canals, dams, flood plains, coastal defences and temporary perimeter barriers are a few examples of flood control methods that play a vital role in preventing the damaging effects of flood waters. The book studies, analyses and upholds the pillars of flood modeling and its utmost significance in modern times. It traces the progress of this field and highlights some of its key concepts and applications. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Meteorology is the scientific study of atmospheric phenomena, occurring in the lower stratosphere and troposphere. It also encompasses the study of weather. An important area of meteorological studies is the observation, understanding and forecasting of weather. Some of the focus areas of meteorology are climate modeling, climate change, remote sensing and air quality. Atmospheric parameters are measured using radar, weather balloons, satellites and buoys. They are relayed to weather centers to predict the future state of the atmosphere. Meteorological studies operate on four meteorological scales- microscale, mesoscale, global and synoptic scales. This book unravels the recent studies in the field of meteorology. Also included in this book is a detailed explanation of the various weather, climate and environment studies that are under the purview of meteorology. The readers would also gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about this field.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Botany is a biological field which focuses on the study of plant life. It makes use of diverse techniques and methods such as optical microscopy, live-cell imaging, analysis of chromosome number, electron microscopy, plant chemistry, and function of enzymes and other proteins. Some of the areas of research within this discipline are plant structure, differentiation and growth, reproduction, primary metabolism, and biochemistry. It is also concerned with the study of chemical products, plant development, plant evolutionary relationships, plant diseases and plant taxonomy. The classification of plants within this field is done using various techniques of molecular genetic analysis such as proteomics, genomics and DNA sequences. This textbook is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of botany. It is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and concepts of this field. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics related to this field.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The discipline which is concerned with the cultivation of ornamental as well as flowering plants for the floral industry is termed as floriculture. There are numerous types of crops which are dealt with under this field such as bedding plants, pot plants, houseplants and cut flowers. Some of the major flowering plants are orchids, poinsettias, florist chrysanthemums and florist azaleas. Numerous aspects of floriculture are applied in the farming of flowers such as spacing, training and pruning plants for optimal flower harvest. The diverse post-harvest treatments such as preservation, chemical treatment and packaging also fall within this field. This book covers in detail some existent theories and innovative practices revolving around floriculture. It presents this complex subject in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. This book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The study of the Earth's atmosphere along with the processes related to it is known as atmospheric science. It is also involved in studying the effects which other systems have on it. Some of the sub-disciplines which fall under atmospheric science are meteorology, climatology and aeronomy. Meteorology deals primarily with weather forecasting using atmospheric physics and atmospheric chemistry. Climatology studies the long and short term changes in the atmosphere which define average climate of a particular geographical location. Aeronomy is concerned with the study of the higher layers of the atmosphere, focusing particularly on the processes of dissociation and ionization. This textbook provides comprehensive insights into the field of atmospheric science. It presents this complex subject in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. The book will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Immunology is a domain of biology that is concerned with the study of immune systems in different organisms. It is involved in measuring and contextualizing the physiological functioning of the immune system in both healthy and diseased state. It also studies the malfunctions of the immune system during immunological disorders as well as the chemical, physical and physiological characteristics of the constituents of immune system. There are various fields of immunology such as classical immunology, clinical immunology, developmental immunology, diagnostic immunology, reproductive immunology and theoretical immunology. It plays a vital role in diverse fields of medicine such as organ transplantation, oncology, rheumatology, bacteriology, parasitology, virology, psychiatry and dermatology. This textbook provides comprehensive insights into the field of immunology. Some of the diverse topics covered herein address the varied branches that fall under this category. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Immunology is a discipline of biology that deals with the study of immune system in organisms. Veterinary immunology is the domain of biomedical sciences that focuses on the study of all aspects of immune system in animals. It is involved in measuring, contextualizing and charting the physiological functions, malfunctions, and the physical, chemical and physiological characteristics of the components of the immune system. The key aspects of veterinary immunology focus on how the immune system functions, how diseases are prevented and why vaccines sometimes do not work and lead to adverse reactions. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of veterinary immunology. It also presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. The extensive content of this book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The natural resources of water that can be used for different purposes are referred to as water resources. It can be used in various household, industrial, agricultural and environmental activities. The management of different parts of the water cycle is known as water engineering. It aims to maximize the use of potable water as a precious and finite resource. Water engineering focuses on creating designs that are sustainable, safe and appropriate to the location, supportive to the local ecology, appropriate to the project's current future requirements and sensitive to anticipated shifts in climate. Water engineering also includes water treatment, hydraulic modeling and network modeling. The various sub-fields of water resources engineering along with technological progress that have future implications are glanced at in this book. It presents this complex subject in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The scientific study of animal behavior is conducted under the domain of ethology. It primarily focuses on the behavior of animals under natural conditions and views it as an evolutionary adaptive trait. It generally focuses on behavioral processes instead of particular animal groups. Understanding of animal behavior plays an important role in animal training. Some of the learning characteristics which are studied within this field are habituation, associative learning, imprinting and observational learning. Ethology also studies animal communication and emotions in animals. Communication in animals refers to the transfer of information from a single animal or a group of animals to one or more animals. Such information generally affects the current or future behavior of the receivers. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of animal behavior which will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied branches that fall under this category. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this field.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Livestock are the domesticated animals that are raised in an agricultural setting for the production of labor and commodities such as milk, meat, fur, leather and wool. The branch of agriculture which deals with the raising, selective breeding and maintenance of livestock is termed as animal husbandry. It is necessary to maintain animal health to maximize the production of livestock and the products derived from them. Livestock management also includes the control, treatment and prevention of diseases which can be caught by livestock such as foot and mouth disease, classical swine fever and scrapie. The farming practices in livestock management are broadly classified as intensive or extensive. Intensive livestock farming involves housing animals in high density conditions, focusing on maximizing output while minimizing costs. Animals are left to roam at will or under the supervision of a herdsman under extensive livestock farming. This book explores all the important aspects of livestock production and management. It elucidates new techniques and their applications in a multidisciplinary approach. This book will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this field.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The scientific study of earthquakes and the propagation of elastic waves through the Earth or other planet like bodies is referred to as seismology. It also includes the environmental effects of the earthquake such as tsunamis. The elastic waves that propagate in fluid or solid materials are known as seismic waves. Some of the different types of seismic waves studied within this field are body waves, surface waves and normal modes. Body waves travel through the interior of the materials. Surface waves travel along surfaces or interfaces between materials. Normal modes are a form of standing wave. This book provides significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of seismology and related fields. It brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of this field. Experts and students actively engaged in this field will find this book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Entomology is a branch of zoology that focuses on the study of insects. It is a taxon based category and covers all the scientific studies which are related to insects. Some of the common insect categories which are dealt with in this field are Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, Hymenoptera and Diptera. One of its major sub-disciplines is economic entomology, which studies the harmful and beneficial effects of insects on humans and their activities. Entomology plays a vital role in the study of biodiversity and in analyzing the environmental quality. This textbook attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under the discipline of entomology and how such concepts have practical applications. Some of the diverse topics covered herein address the varied branches that fall under this category. In this book, constant effort has been made to make the understanding of the difficult concepts of entomology as easy and informative as possible, for the readers.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The study of the process through which animals and plants develop and grow is known as developmental biology. There are various aspects which are covered under developmental biology such as asexual reproduction, metamorphosis and the biology of regeneration. Some of the processes which are studied under this discipline are morphogenesis, cell differentiation and regional specification. Research in developmental biology makes use of a small number of model organisms. These non-human organisms are chosen with the aim that discoveries which are made in the study of these models will provide insights into the workings of other organisms. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of developmental biology which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Tissue engineering is a field that uses the principles of engineering, material methods and suitable biochemical and physiochemical factors in combination of cells to improve or replace biological tissues. It is related to applications that repair or replace whole tissues or a portion of tissues such as bone, cartilage, blood vessels, bladder and skin. It involves the use of a tissue scaffold for a medical purpose which helps in the formation of new viable tissue. It also uses living cells as engineering materials, for example in skin repair or replacement, it utilizes living fibroblasts, cartilage repaired with living chondrocytes, etc. It also aims to perform some biochemical functions using cells within an artificially-created support system such as the artificial pancreas or bio artificial liver. This book contains some path-breaking studies in the field of tissue engineering. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. This book is a resource guide for experts as well as students.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Forest conservation refers to the practice of planning and maintaining forested areas. It also focuses on looking after the natural resources in a forest which are beneficial for the ecosystem and human beings. There are numerous types of forests which are dealt with under this field such as boreal forests, temperate forests and sub-tropical forests. Forest management is a field of forestry that deals with the overall administration of forests including economic, legal, social, scientific and technical aspects such as protection, silviculture and forest regulation. It includes the management of aesthetics, recreation, fish, water, wilderness, wood products, forest genetic resources and wildlife. This textbook attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under the discipline of forest conservation and management, and how such concepts have practical applications. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the core of these subjects. It will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The study of the processes through which plants and animals grow and develop is referred to as developmental biology. It encompasses various areas of study such as biology of regeneration, metamorphosis, asexual reproduction as well as the growth of stem cells in the adult organisms. The developmental processes of organisms are divided into two major categories, namely, cell differentiation and regeneration. The process in which different functional cell types arise during development is known as cell differentiation. The ability to regrow a missing part is known as regeneration. Some of the other processes studied within this field are regional specification, morphogenesis and growth. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of developmental biology which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. The topics included herein on this subject are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The branch of engineering, which deals with the processes related to the production of hydrocarbons is known as petroleum engineering. These hydrocarbons could either be in the form of natural gas or crude oil. Petroleum engineering focuses on estimating the volume of hydrocarbon reservoir which can be recovered. This is done with the help of a detailed understanding of the physical behavior of water, oil and gas within porous rock at intense pressure. Some of the sub-disciplines of petroleum engineering are reservoir engineering, drilling engineering and petroleum production engineering. There are various other disciplines, which contribute knowledge to this field such as formation, evaluation, economics and artificial lift systems. Petroleum engineering is an upcoming field of science that has undergone rapid development over the past few decades. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in this field. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and postgraduate students.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Microbiology is the study of microbial life. This discipline encompasses the study of acellular, unicellular and multicellular organisms, such as viruses, bacteria, archaea, fungi, algae, etc. The study of microbiology is significant due to the extensive use of microorganisms in industrial fermentation processes, bioremediation of wastes and for the production of a variety of biopolymers, such as polyesters, polysaccharides and polyamides. There is immense scope of microbial use in medical science, notable among which are antibiotic production, production of beneficial vitamins and amino acids, suppression of pathogenic microbes and development of biopolymers with applications in tissue engineering and drug delivery. Research that explores microbes as therapeutic agents against cancer is also being pursued. This book brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of microbiology. The various advancements in this area of study are glanced at and their applications as well as ramifications are looked at in detail. With state-of-the-art inputs by acclaimed experts of this field, this book targets students and professionals.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The study of chemical processes related to living organisms is referred to as biochemistry. It is a sub-field of both biology and chemistry. It is divided into fields like molecular genetics, protein science, and metabolism. Biochemistry focuses on how biological molecules give rise to processes that occur within and between the living cells. It also helps in the study and understanding of tissues and organs of an organism. Biochemistry focuses on the structures, functions, and interactions of biological macromolecules such as nucleic acids, carbohydrates, protein, and lipids. The topics included in this textbook on biochemistry are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied branches that fall under this category. In this textbook, constant effort has been made to make the understanding of the difficult concepts of biochemistry as easy and informative as possible, for the readers.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The field of science which deals with different aspects of animal health is known as veterinary science. Some of these aspects are genetics, microbiology, breeding, livestock management, meat products technology, pathology, pharmacology and surgery. Veterinary medicine is a branch of veterinary science which deals with treatment, diagnosis and prevention of injuries, diseases and disorders in animals. There are a wide spectrum of conditions which can affect different animal species, all of which are studied and treated within this discipline. Veterinary science also plays a crucial role in aiding human health through the control and monitoring of zoonotic diseases. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of veterinary science which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied branches that fall under this category. It includes contributions of experts and scientists which will provide innovative insights into this field.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Any gas which absorbs and emits radiant energy within the thermal infrared range is known as a greenhouse gas. These gases are responsible for the greenhouse effect. A few of the greenhouse gases which exist within the Earth's atmosphere are carbon dioxide, water vapor, methane and nitrous oxide. The various factors, which have led to the sudden increase in the emission of greenhouse gases are deforestation, soil erosion, changes in land use, and combustion of fossil fuels. The effects of greenhouse gases can be mitigated through different methods, which are broadly classified as natural processes and negative emissions. Natural processes generally make use of a natural sink to remove the greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. Negative emission technologies aim to convert and store carbon dioxide as geologic formations. This book studies, analyzes and upholds the pillars of the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions and its utmost significance in modern times. The topics included in this book are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The branch of science, which deals with the study of food as well as the fundamental phenomena that are directly linked to its production, is known as food science. It makes use of biological and physical sciences as well as engineering to study the principles behind food processing, the causes of deterioration and the nature of foods. There are various fields which contribute knowledge to food science such as physiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics and microbiology. Food chemistry, food engineering, food microbiology and food preservation are some of the sub-disciplines of this field. Food chemistry studies the various chemical activities and interactions which take place between the varied non-biological and biological constituents of food. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of nutrition and food science. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Computational biology is concerned with the application and development of theoretical and data-analytical methods, computational simulation techniques and mathematical modeling to study behavioral, ecological, biological and social systems. Computational biology is a broad field which uses principles and concepts from computer science, genetics, genomics, biochemistry, biophysics, applied mathematics, molecular biology and statistics. Computational anatomy, computational biomodeling, cancer computational biology, computational pharmacology and computational neuroscience are a few of the important sub-fields of computational biology. It can be used to assist the creation of accurate models of the human brain and in modeling biological systems. Computational biology also helps in sequencing the human genome. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of computational biology. The various sub-fields within this discipline along with technological progress that have future implications are glanced at in it. This book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The study of the biological and physical aspects of the ocean is known as oceanography. It is a sub-discipline of Earth science. There are various aspects, which are studied within oceanography such as geophysical fluid dynamics, plate tectonics, ocean currents and ecosystem dynamics. There are primarily four sub-disciplines within oceanography, namely, chemical oceanography, biological oceanography, physical oceanography and geological oceanography. Chemical oceanography further involves ocean acidification where the pH level of the ocean is studied. Some of the numerous fields where oceanography is applied are geography, climatology, chemistry, biology, astronomy and hydrology. The topics included in this book on oceanography are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Proximate DNA sequences on a chromosome are inherited together during sexual reproduction. This tendency of DNA sequences is called genetic linkage. On a chromosome, the closer two genes are, the higher are their chances of being inherited together and lower are the chances of recombination between them. Gene mapping refers to the set of methods that allow the identification of the locus of a gene as well as the distances between genes. It offers evidences regarding the genes that are responsible for the inheritance of disease from parent to child, and also provides clues regarding the location of the genes and the chromosome where they are located. DNA sequencing is the process that determines the nucleic acid sequence or the order of nucleotides in the DNA. It encompasses all methods that can determine the order of the four bases- thymine, guanine, adenine and cytosine. The development of genetic maps and the successful sequencing of the human genome have advanced the frontiers of genetics and medical science. This book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of genetic mapping and DNA sequencing and the recent researches in these domains. It includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to these fields. This book will prove immensely beneficial to geneticists, genetic engineers, students and researchers associated with these areas of study.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Rice is the seed of primarily two species of grass, namely, Oryza sativa and Oryza glaberrima. Oryza sativa is popularly known as Asian rice while the common name for Oryza glaberrima is African rice. The study of rice genomics deals with the entirety of genes present in it. Rice genetics focuses on the transfer of DNA from one generation to the other. Rice breeding is involved in a number of objectives such as increasing the quality, yield and resistance to biotic and abiotic stress. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of genomics, genetics and breeding of rice which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. It consists of contributions made by international experts. The book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Farming in sustainable ways is referred to as sustainable agriculture. Its key feature is that it seeks to meet the current textile and food needs of the society without compromising the ability of the coming generations to meet their needs. It is based on the understanding of various benefits which can be obtained from well-functioning eco-systems. It can be used to produce adequate amount of food to feed a growing population without affecting the environment in a negative manner. There are a number of practices which are associated with sustainable agriculture such as minimizing the use of water as well as the level of pollution on the farm. This textbook elucidates new techniques and their applications in a multidisciplinary approach. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of sustainable agriculture. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.