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Forensic Microscopy Truth Under the Lenses

Forensic Microscopy Truth Under the Lenses

Forensic Microscopy: Truth Under the Lenses provides an overview and understanding of the various types of microscopes and their techniques employed in forensic science. The book emphasizes both the theoretical and practical aspects of microscopy to enrich the reader’s understanding of the various tools techniques and utility—including strengths and weaknesses—of types of microscopes in analyzing certain forms of evidence. The book begins with the history of microscopes the basic optics for microscopy then moves to advanced microscopies such as electron microscopes and atomic force microscopes. In addition to the various types of microscopes and how to use and best utilize them the book looks at the analysis of specific types of evidence including hair fiber fingerprint body fluids tool marks ink pollen grains spores diatoms bullets cartridges among other evidence types. Since forensic science is an applied hands-on discipline the book includes both a theoretical and a practical approach to the topic. Key Features: Addresses simple to advanced microscopy techniques for the effective analyses of trace evidence Pairs chapters on a particular type of microscopy explaining it thoroughly before delving into specific usage for forensic applications Presents theories and as well as real-world application of concepts Provides abundant micro-photographs including graphical representations and flow charts to illustrate concepts clearly Forensic Microscopy serves as a helpful reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students in forensic science forensic biology forensic chemistry and related programs. It is also recommended for research students academicians technicians industry and laboratory professionals working on trace evidence analysis. | Forensic Microscopy Truth Under the Lenses

GBP 74.99
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Geomaterials Under the Microscope A Colour Guide

Geomaterials Under the Microscope A Colour Guide

Geomaterials are of enormous economic importance to the global construction industry. This is the first comprehensive guide to the petrography of geomaterials making the petrographers specialist knowledge available to practitioners educators and students worldwide interested in modern and historic construction materials be they microscopists or in the fields of geology architecture surveying engineering construction archaeology conservation materials science and forensic science. The book provides some 365 superb quality colour photomicrographs of geomaterials plus concise explanations of their petrographic properties and how to interpret them. An introductory chapter provides an overview of geomaterials practice and a state-of-the-art review of petrographic techniques. Each of the subsequent chapters covers a different group of construction materials and includes an explanation of their history manufacture and use in construction. The text draws upon diverse published references to provide a unique summary of the properties and classification of construction materials. Comprehensive lists of further reading are provided for each materials type. Readership: Practitioners educators and students in Petrography Microscopy Geology Surveying Engineering Archaeology Conservation Architecture Materials science and Forensic science. | Geomaterials Under the Microscope A Colour Guide

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General Practice Under the NHS Past Present and Future

General Practice Under the NHS Past Present and Future

This accessible text covers the entirety of General Practice and the General Practitioner from student to retirement and from the beginning of the NHS to the present day. It provides a comprehensive historical overview representing both academic and front-line perspectives describing what has changed beneficial or otherwise as the specialty has evolved. The details within each chapter represent the views of the average working British GP and illustrate how the changes over the decades have impacted patient care and its delivery. The perspective often differs from that which prevails in many academic tomes on the subject. The topics covered from the primary care team changes to out-of-hours provision the impact of IT training and regulation to the future of General Practice will be essential reading for all doctors considering a career in the specialty and will also be of interest to GP vocational training scheme course organisers and trainers overseas medical educators and healthcare policy makers social and medical historians and the general public. | General Practice Under the NHS Past Present and Future

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Invertebrate Zoology A Tree of Life Approach

Invertebrate Zoology A Tree of Life Approach

Invertebrate Zoology: A Tree of Life Approach is a comprehensive and authoritative textbook adopting an explicitly phylogenetic organization. Most of the classical anatomical and morphological work has not been changed – it established the foundation of Invertebrate Zoology. With the explosion of Next-Generation Sequencing approaches there has been a sea-change in the recognized phylogenetic relationships among and between invertebrate lineages. In addition the merger of evolutionary and developmental biology (evo-devo) has dramatically contributed to changes in the understanding of invertebrate biology. Synthesizing these three approaches (classical morphology sequencing data and evo-devo studies) offers students an entirely unique perspective of invertebrate diversity. Key Features One of the first textbooks to combine classical morphological approaches and newer evo-devo and Next-Generation Sequencing approaches to address Invertebrate Zoology Organized along taxonomic lines in accord with the latest understanding of invertebrate phylogeny Will provide background in basic systematic analysis useful within any study of biodiversity A wealth of ancillary materials for students and teachers including downloadable figures lecture slides web links and phylogenetic data matrices | Invertebrate Zoology A Tree of Life Approach

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Deformation and Failure Mechanism of Rock Tunnels under Earthquake Loading

Deformation and Failure Mechanism of Rock Tunnels under Earthquake Loading

Seismic damage to rock tunnels from recent earthquakes indicates an urgent need for seismic assessment and aseismic design of underground structures. This book offers a comprehensive account of seismic performance and the response of underground structures under earthquake loading necessary for adequate assessment and design. The book presents research methods for the rate-dependent mechanical behavior of rock and for the seismic behavior of underground structures. It describes analytical solutions to investigate the seismic response of tunnels subjected to seismic waves toward an improved quantitative understanding of the seismic deformation and failure mechanism in both longitudinal and transversal aspects. A performance-based restoration design criterion and aseismic design are also proposed for future tunnel planning. Includes a detailed case study for the seismic performance assessment of rock tunnels under earthquake loading Explores the relationship between seismic damage to underground structures and ground deformation Covers a range of issues from mechanisms analysis assessment and design of both new tunnels and restoration projects The book is ideal for earthquake engineers and researchers and will also be of interest to contractors clients researchers lecturers and advanced students working on tunnel engineering. | Deformation and Failure Mechanism of Rock Tunnels under Earthquake Loading

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Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

In every decision problem there are things we know and things we do not know. Risk analysis science uses the best available evidence to assess what we know while it is carefully intentional in the way it addresses the importance of the things we do not know in the evaluation of decision choices and decision outcomes. The field of risk analysis science continues to expand and grow and the second edition of Principles of Risk Analysis: Decision Making Under Uncertainty responds to this evolution with several significant changes. The language has been updated and expanded throughout the text and the book features several new areas of expansion including five new chapters. The book’s simple and straightforward style—based on the author’s decades of experience as a risk analyst trainer and educator—strips away the mysterious aura that often accompanies risk analysis. Features: Details the tasks of risk management risk assessment and risk communication in a straightforward conceptual manner Provides sufficient detail to empower professionals in any discipline to become risk practitioners Expands the risk management emphasis with a new chapter to serve private industry and a growing public sector interest in the growing practice of enterprise risk management Describes dozens of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment tools in a new chapter Practical guidance and ideas for using risk science to improve decisions and their outcomes is found in a new chapter on decision making under uncertainty Practical methods for helping risk professionals to tell their risk story are the focus of a new chapter Features an expanded set of examples of the risk process that demonstrate the growing applications of risk analysis As before this book continues to appeal to professionals who want to learn and apply risk science in their own professions as well as students preparing for professional careers. This book remains a discipline free guide to the principles of risk analysis that is accessible to all interested practitioners. Files used in the creation of this book and additional exercises as well as a free student version of Palisade Corporation’s Decision Tools Suite software are available with the purchase of this book. A less detailed introduction to the risk analysis science tasks of risk management risk assessment and risk communication is found in Primer of Risk Analysis: Decision Making Under Uncertainty Second Edition ISBN: 978-1-138-31228-9. | Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

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Figs The Genus Ficus

Figs The Genus Ficus

With a history as ancient as any cultivated fruit many believe the fig has been with us even longer than the pomegranate. The Ficus constitutes one of the largest and hardiest genera of flowering plants featuring as many as 750 species. Although the extraordinary mutualism between figs and their pollinating wasps has received much attention the phylogeny of both partners is only beginning to be reconstructed. The fig plant does have a long history of traditional use as a medicine and has been a subject of significant modern research. Figs the Genus Ficus brings together those histories ancient and modern to present an extraordinary profile of an extraordinary plant with an abundance of medical uses and a reputation as both a delicacy and a diet staple in some regions of the world. Several chapters within the book are devoted to intensive study of different parts of the tree: fruits leaves bark and stem roots and latex. These chapters discuss the Ficus genus as a whole including the botany of the most important species that have been related to that particular part pharmacologically. The authors Dr. Ephraim Lansky MD highly respected as one of the world’s only physician pharmcognocists and Dr. Helena Paavilainen a renowned researcher of natural products go on to consider the chemistry and pharmacology of each part in selected Ficus species and modern medieval and ancient methods for obtaining and preparing the beneficial components from that plant part for medicinal use. Special attention is paid to the plants' propensity for fighting inflammation including cancer. Figs’ future potential is considered in a number of treatments as are future areas of research. Includes a wealth of comparative tables for quick reference Provides dozens of illustrative and original high-quality photos as well as drawings and chemical structures Offers complete references after every chapter Figs the Genus Ficus is a book in the CRC Press Series Traditional Herbal Medicines for Modern Times edited by Roland Hardman. Each volume in this series provides academia health sciences and the herbal medicines industry with in-depth coverage of the herbal remedies for infectious diseases certain medical conditions or the plant medicines of a particular country. Figs the Ficus trees are an understudied genus in modern pharmacognosy. This book present a multidisciplinary approach to the botany chemistry and pharmacology of fig trees and figs of the Ficus species including the fig of commerce Ficus carica the rubber tree Ficus elastic and the Bo tree Ficus religiosa. Traditional and current uses of figs in medicine are discussed in detail. The book also explores how figs and fig tree parts are processed and the pharmacological basis underlying the potential efficacy of preparations is investigated in relation to their chemical composition. The book moves seamlessly from mythology to botany to ethnomedicine to pharmacology to phytochemistry.

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Cognitive Dependability Engineering Managing Risks in Cyber-Physical-Social Systems under Deep Uncertainty

Cognitive Dependability Engineering Managing Risks in Cyber-Physical-Social Systems under Deep Uncertainty

The work is a context-oriented analysis and synthesis of complex engineered systems to ensure continuous and safe operations under conditions of uncertainty. The book is divided in four parts the first one comprises an overview of the development of systems engineering: starting with basics of Systems Science and Single Systems Engineering through System of Systems Engineering to Cognitive Systems Engineering. The Cognitive Systems Engineering model was based on the concept of imperfect knowledge acquisition and management. The second part shows the evolutionary character of the dependability concept over the last fifty years. Beginning from simple models based on the classical probability theory through the concepts of tolerating faults as well as resilience engineering we come to the assumptions of Cognitive Dependability Engineering (CDE) based on the concept of continuous smart operation both under normal and abnormal conditions. The subject of the next part is analysis and synthesis of Cyber-Physical-Social (CPS) Systems. The methodology consists of the following steps: modeling CPS systems' structure simulating their behavior in changing conditions and in situations of disruptions and finally assessing the dependability of the entire system based on CDE. The last part of the work answers the question of how to deal with risks in CPS systems in situations of high level of uncertainty. The concept of a Cognitive Digital Twin was introduced to support the process of solving complex problems by experts and on this basis a framework for cognitive dependability based problemsolving in CPS Systems operating under deep uncertainty was developed. The possibilities and purposefulness of using this framework have been demonstrated with three practical examples of disasters that have happened in the past and have been thoroughly analyzed. | Cognitive Dependability Engineering Managing Risks in Cyber-Physical-Social Systems under Deep Uncertainty

GBP 145.00
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Modern Optimization Methods for Decision Making Under Risk and Uncertainty

Modern Optimization Methods for Decision Making Under Risk and Uncertainty

The book comprises original articles on topical issues of risk theory rational decision making statistical decisions and control of stochastic systems. The articles are the outcome of a series international projects involving the leading scholars in the field of modern stochastic optimization and decision making. The structure of stochastic optimization solvers is described. The solvers in general implement stochastic quasi-gradient methods for optimization and identification of complex nonlinear models. These models constitute an important methodology for finding optimal decisions under risk and uncertainty. While a large part of current approaches towards optimization under uncertainty stems from linear programming (LP) and often results in large LPs of special structure stochastic quasi-gradient methods confront nonlinearities directly without need of linearization. This makes them an appropriate tool for solving complex nonlinear problems concurrent optimization and simulation models and equilibrium situations of different types for instance Nash or Stackelberg equilibrium situations. The solver finds the equilibrium solution when the optimization model describes the system with several actors. The solver is parallelizable performing several simulation threads in parallel. It is capable of solving stochastic optimization problems finding stochastic Nash equilibria and of composite stochastic bilevel problems where each level may require the solution of stochastic optimization problem or finding Nash equilibrium. Several complex examples with applications to water resources management energy markets pricing of services on social networks are provided. In the case of power system regulator makes decision on the final expansion plan considering the strategic behavior of regulated companies and coordinating the interests of different economic entities. Such a plan can be an equilibrium − a planned decision where a company cannot increase its expected gain unilaterally. | Modern Optimization Methods for Decision Making Under Risk and Uncertainty

GBP 140.00
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Taxus The Genus Taxus

Taxus The Genus Taxus

Taxol originally derived from the North American Yew tree in 1971 is well-known worldwide as a powerful anticancer agent. Mechanistically it has a unique microtubule stabilizing activity and was clinically developed as a therapeutic agent in the treatment of breast and ovarian cancers at the National Cancer Institute Washington D. C. USA. In this volume the authors provide an authoritative account of the taxoids. it covers their production and biosynthesis - from commercial cultivation to plant tissue culture methods - describes taxoid chemistry the analytical methods for identifying their structure and the pharmacological and pre-clinical aspects important in investigating their therapeutic actions. It presents a thorough review of the scientific literature including data from scientists currently engaged in taxoid research and will be of significant value to researchers and others who wish to gain a practical perspective on taxoid research and development. | Taxus The Genus Taxus

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Advanced Design of Pile Foundations Under Lateral Loading

Advanced Design of Pile Foundations Under Lateral Loading

This book presents models that capture the nonlinear response of piles subjected to lateral forces. Utilising a consistent approach encompassing new mathematical models it offers solutions presented as closed-form expressions and underpinned by the same set of 3-5 measurable soil-input parameters. These focus on nonlinear response of mono piles anchored piles pile groups and torsional piles as well as passive piles subjected to soil movement induced in shearing sliding slopes or excavation and earthquake shaking. The models can also be used for pipelines and similar beam structures. Solutions are provided in the form of design charts with each parameter obtained using available test data and illustrated with real-world cases. The models reveal for the first time the mysterious mechanisms of amplification resulting from back-rotation which have incurred the collapse of structures such as the Showa Bridge and Nicoll Highway as well as the distortion of piles during earthquakes. Advanced Design of Pile Foundations Under Lateral Loading is ideal for practicing foundation engineers and students at graduate level. Wei Dong Guo is co-founder of Hans Innovation Group and former Associate Professor at the University of Wollongong Australia. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer and is a Fellow of Engineers Australia by whom he was awarded the 2012 Warren Medal.

GBP 99.99
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Structural Crashworthiness and Failure Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Structural Crashworthiness held at the University

Structural Crashworthiness and Failure Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Structural Crashworthiness held at the University

This book contains twelve invited lectures from the Third International Symposium on Structural Crashworthiness. Particular emphasis is given to the failure predictions for ductile metal structures under large dynamic loads and to the behaviour of composite and cellular structures. | Structural Crashworthiness and Failure Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Structural Crashworthiness held at the University

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Advances in Water Management Under Climate Change

Advances in Water Management Under Climate Change

Due to increasing population decreased cultivable land and mounting scarcity of water it is essential to optimize the use of available resources. Climate change is occurring across the world but its effect may be local or region-specific including localized watershed management. In order to minimize these effects governments and environmental agencies encourage the adoption of climate-smart agricultural technologies which involve implementing plans programs and projects to sustain and enhance watersheds. Natural ecosystems in their altered states have always been relied upon to support the continuity of agricultural production and ecosystem services such as flood and erosion control mediation of water quality stream flow regulation microclimate regulation and biodiversity in its various forms. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations the adoption of these sustainable water management practices has resulted in savings of water and energy as well as a reduction of carbon emissions decreased erosion increased organic matter content and biotic activity in soils increased crop water availability and thus resilience to drought improved recharge of aquifers and reduced impact of the variability in weather due to climate change. Advances in Water Management Under Climate Change examines all of these issues and provides best practices for sustainability. Features: Presents the latest research in hydrology hydraulics water resources engineering and agricultural best practices Examines water management practices to best address and ideally mitigate climate change Explains the nexus of agriculture micro irrigation AI applications in water management and the impact of climate change on water resources Includes practical examples to present practical insights on water management for climate change mitigation.

GBP 89.99
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Substance Abuse in the Workplace

Substance Abuse in the Workplace

Substance Abuse in the Workplace makes a valuable contribution to the national movement to help stem the tide of drug abuse. The book begins with the history of substance abuse continues with a discussion of how the human body functions normally or under the influence of chemicals and follows with a toxicological description of the more common chemicals abused today in America. It discusses ways to help the abuser through identification and assistance programs and also covers the laws involved. The broad audience for Substance Abuse in the Workplace is includes middle and upper management labor leaders industrial hygienists safety personnel and workers.

GBP 56.99
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Australian Native Plants Cultivation and Uses in the Health and Food Industries

Australian Native Plants Cultivation and Uses in the Health and Food Industries

Australian Native Plants: Cultivation and Uses in the Health and Food Industries provides a comprehensive overview of native food crops commercially grown in Australia that possess nutritional and health properties largely unknown on a global basis. These native foods have been consumed traditionally have a unique flavor diversity offer significant health promoting effects and contain useful functional properties. Australian native plant foods have also been identified for their promising antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that have considerable commercial potential. This book is divided into three parts: The first part reviews the cultivation and production of many Australian native plants (ANP) including Anise Myrtle Bush Tomato Desert Raisin Davidson’s Plum Desert Limes Australian Finger Lime Kakadu Plum Lemon Aspen Lemon Myrtle Muntries Native Pepper Quandong Riberry and Wattle Seed. It then examines the food and health applications of ANP and discusses alternative medicines based on aboriginal traditional knowledge and culture nutritional characteristics and bioactive compounds in ANP. In addition it reviews the anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties of ANP and discusses food preservation antimicrobial activity of ANP and unique flavors from Australian native plants. The third section covers the commercial applications of ANP. It focuses on native Australian plant extracts and cosmetic applications processing of native plant foods and ingredients quality changes during packaging and storage of Australian native herbs. The final few chapters look into the importance of value chains that connect producers and consumers of native plant foods new market opportunities for Australian indigenous food plants and the safety of using native foods as ingredients in the health and food sectors. | Australian Native Plants Cultivation and Uses in the Health and Food Industries

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Evolution of the Ammonoids

Evolution of the Ammonoids

Ammonites are an extinct and charismatic lineage that persisted for over 300 million years. They were used with other fossils to corroborate the principle of faunal succession and launch the field of biostratigraphy. Despite intense research many important questions remain unanswered. Furthermore outdated hypotheses persist. Many new findings include a better understanding of their appearance in life their locomotion and their role in long-gone ecosystems. And of course there are still controversies; e. g. why did shell complexity increase during evolutionary history. This richly illustrated book describes the full range of ammonoids and their fascinating evolutionary history. Key Features: Documents the early history of paleontology and the role played by ammonoids Describes the basic anatomy of a diverse and long-persisting lineage Summarizes the classification and diversity of ammonoids Lavishly illustrated with beautiful reconstructions Highlights recent findings and outstanding controversies Related Titles Ponder W. F. D. R. Lindberg and J. M. Ponder. Biology and Evolution of the Mollusca (Vol 1. ISBN 978-1-0321-7660-4 Vol 2. ISBN 9781032173542) Mente E. eds. Reproductive Biology of Crustaceans: Case Studies of Decapod Crustaceans (ISBN 978-0-3674-5277-3) Koenemann S. & R. Jenner eds. Crustacea and Arthropod Relationships (ISBN 978-0-3673-9294-9) Schierwater B. & R. DeSalle eds. Invertebrate Zoology: A Tree of Life Approach (ISBN 978-0-3676-8567-6) | Evolution of the Ammonoids

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The Standard Model and Beyond

The Standard Model and Beyond

This new edition of The Standard Model and Beyond presents an advanced introduction to the physics and formalism of the standard model and other non-abelian gauge theories. It provides a solid background for understanding supersymmetry string theory extra dimensions dynamical symmetry breaking and cosmology. In addition to updating all of the experimental and phenomenological results from the first edition it contains a new chapter on collider physics; expanded discussions of Higgs neutrino and dark matter physics; and many new problems. The book first reviews calculational techniques in field theory and the status of quantum electrodynamics. It then focuses on global and local symmetries and the construction of non-abelian gauge theories. The structure and tests of quantum chromodynamics collider physics the electroweak interactions and theory and the physics of neutrino mass and mixing are thoroughly explored. The final chapter discusses the motivations for extending the standard model and examines supersymmetry extended gauge groups and grand unification. Thoroughly covering gauge field theories symmetries and topics beyond the standard model this text equips readers with the tools to understand the structure and phenomenological consequences of the standard model to construct extensions and to perform calculations at tree level. It establishes the necessary background for readers to carry out more advanced research in particle physics. Supplementary materials are provided on the author’s website and a solutions manual is available for qualifying instructors.

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Integrated Water Resources Management Institutions and Livelihoods under Stress Bottom-up Perspectives from Zimbabwe; UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis

Integrated Water Resources Management Institutions and Livelihoods under Stress Bottom-up Perspectives from Zimbabwe; UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis

The majority of people in Limpopo river basin depend on rainfed agriculture. Unfortunately the Limpopo is water scarce and parts of the basin such as Zimbabwe's Mzingwane catchment are under stress in terms of agro-ecological and socio-politicoeconomic conditions. Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) has been adopted in the river basin in an attempt to improve water resources management. However it is not known whether or how IWRM has improved practices in water resources management and contributed towards improved livelihoods. This study used a bottom-up approach to analyse water management practices and livelihoods in the river basin. The objective of the study was to understand practices in water resources management at the local level and what drives those practices. Specifically the study analysed: practices in access to water for domestic and productive uses efforts at sustaining livelihoods and the environment water management for agriculture contestations over urban water services and river basin planning. The study showed the importance of context as a driver of practices in water resources management. The demonstrated influence of local level drivers on water resources management and livelihoods suggest that the challenges in water resources management cannot be solved outside of the wider socio-politico-economic realm. | Integrated Water Resources Management Institutions and Livelihoods under Stress Bottom-up Perspectives from Zimbabwe; UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis

GBP 175.00
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Cinnamon and Cassia The Genus Cinnamomum

Cinnamon and Cassia The Genus Cinnamomum

Cinnamon and Cassia the Spices of Life together constitute one of the most widely used group of spices. A comprehensive volume Cinnamon and Cassia: Genus Cinnamomum explores in detail Srilankan cinnamon Chinese cassia Indonesian cassia Indian cassia camphor and also the important related and useful spices of Cinnamomum. The introductory chapter depicts the history of these spices followed by a detailed analysis of botany and crop improvement that examines taxonomy morphology embryology reproduction and propagation. A chapter on chemistry details the unique composition of cinnamon and cassia; it precedes an explanation of crop management harvesting and processing of Srilankan cinnamon. This book points out that Vietnamese and Chinese cassia are the same with differences only in harvesting and processing. It also includes chapters on Indian and Indonesian varieties of cassia along with overviews of the camphor tree and coverage of cinnamon and cassia pharmacology toxicology end uses economics and marketing. The volume concludes with an informative chapter on other economically useful species of Cinnamomum. Written by a panel of experts from throughout Asia this volume is the only comprehensive monograph on these spices benefiting those engaged in study cultivation marketing processing and product development. | Cinnamon and Cassia The Genus Cinnamomum

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A Most Improbable Story The Evolution of the Universe Life and Humankind

A Most Improbable Story The Evolution of the Universe Life and Humankind

This book is a Big History of the evidence regarding how we came to be. It briefly explores philosophical thought and how our past might affect our future. The text summarizes different perspectives including the strengths and weaknesses of each. The genesis of our planet is explored especially the circumstances that must exist for complex life to arise. This brief journey highlights the history of life the emergence of simple lifeforms and the evolution of complex creatures including humans. The book concludes with a discussion of why other humanoids went extinct while our species achieved dominance. The author speculates on potentialities awaiting humankind and our planet. The first Big History written from the perspective of a biologist Summarizes multiple perspectives of history Documents the unique conditions for the emergence of life Speculates on the future Chapter 12 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4. 0 license available at http://www. taylorfrancis. com | A Most Improbable Story The Evolution of the Universe Life and Humankind

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Dalbergia sissoo Biology Ecology and Sustainable Agroforestry

Dalbergia sissoo Biology Ecology and Sustainable Agroforestry

Dalbergia sissoo (Shisham) is a perennial tree species native to the Asian subcontinent. It is an economically significant tree for its value in forestry agroforestry and horticulture. The high-quality timber imparts this tree species a significant commercial value. Besides valuable timber it also exhibits medicinal industrial and agroforestry allied attributes. This tree has been introducing to the geographical regions where it does not exist naturally which indicates its significant properties getting diverse communities' attention. This book provides information about this tree species based on the latest research trends and development on the subject. It addresses researchers forestry specialists natural resource managers or all those interested in the rehabilitation maintenance and management of Dalbergia sissoo tree resources. Key features Discusses botanical features reproductive characters taxonomy geographical distribution and ecological importance of Dalbergia sissoo. Highlights physiological and biochemical features of Dalbergia sissoo and vis-à-vis contribution to the sustainability of the ecosystem. Explains ethnobotany of Dalbergia sissoo its ethnobotanical uses to cure various ailments and contribution to the pharmaceutical industry. Provides a comprehensive account of insect pest threat and diseases as a leading cause of deteriorating growth cultivation productivity and quality losses in Dalbergia sissoo. Describes conventional breeding methods and non-conventional strategies for genetic improvement biodiversity and conservation of D. sissoo Relays sustainability socio-economic importance agroforestry trends current scenario and future challenges of D. sisso | Dalbergia sissoo Biology Ecology and Sustainable Agroforestry

GBP 150.00
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Investigating Life in the Universe Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

Investigating Life in the Universe Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

This textbook gives a lively introduction to the search for extraterrestrial life. It is a guidebook to understanding the possibility of life elsewhere pointing out landmarks and providing background information to facilitate further exploration of those areas of most interest to the reader. We are a planet of winners – winners of a cosmic lottery that has been in play since the universe began approximately 13. 7 billion years ago. Our winnings include sentience and an underlying unease that has driven us to contemplate our place in the universe and the possibility of finding kindred spirits in the cosmos spreading out before us. To understand our origins and the possibility of life beyond Earth we must look back and retrace the steps that have brought us to this point in space and time. In doing so we will find the investigation of life to be a unifying theme in nature requiring us to touch on all branches of the tree of knowledge. Using the Drake Equation as a theme we begin with an overview of the topic and then go into the story of how we have acquired or plan to acquire the knowledge to solve it. As we make our journey we will encounter some very interesting people – some you will likely know while others may be new to you. Keep an open mind and allow this text to be your guide. Written in an engaging style this textbook provides a foundational understanding of the rapidly advancing fields associated with the search for life in the universe. Each chapter includes illustrative figures and review questions for self-study. It will appeal to professionals researchers instructors and undergraduate students as well as anyone with an interest in astrophysics or astrobiology. | Investigating Life in the Universe Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

GBP 56.99
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Life-Cycle of Structures Under Uncertainty Emphasis on Fatigue-Sensitive Civil and Marine Structures

Life-Cycle of Structures Under Uncertainty Emphasis on Fatigue-Sensitive Civil and Marine Structures

Life-cycle analysis is a systematic tool for efficient and effective service life management of deteriorating structures. In the last few decades theoretical and practical approaches for life-cycle performance and cost analysis have been developed extensively due to increased demand on structural safety and service life extension. This book presents the state-of-the-art in life-cycle analysis and maintenance optimization for fatigue-sensitive structures. Both theoretical background and practical applications have been provided for academics engineers and researchers. Concepts and approaches of life-cycle performance and cost analysis developed in recent decades are presented. The major topics covered include (a) probabilistic concepts of life-cycle performance and cost analysis (b) inspection monitoring and maintenance for fatigue cracks (c) estimation of fatigue crack detection (d) optimum inspection and monitoring planning (e) multi-objective life-cycle optimization and (f) decision making in life-cycle analysis. Life-cycle optimization covered in the book considers probability of fatigue crack detection fatigue crack damage detection time maintenance times probability of failure service life and total life-cycle cost. For the practical application and integration of recently developed approaches for inspection and maintenance planning efficient and effective multi-objective optimization and decision making are presented. This book will help engineers engaged in civil and marine structures including students researchers and practitioners with reliable and cost-effective maintenance planning of fatigue-sensitive structures and to develop more advanced approaches and techniques in the field of life-cycle maintenance optimization and safety of structures under various aging and deteriorating conditions. Key Features:Provides the state-of-the-art in life-cycle cost analysis and optimization for fatigue-sensitive structures Provides a solid foundation of theoretical backgrounds and practical applications both for academics and practicing engineers and researchers Covers illustrative examples and recent development for optimum service life management Deals with various structures such as bridges and ships subjected to fatigue . | Life-Cycle of Structures Under Uncertainty Emphasis on Fatigue-Sensitive Civil and Marine Structures

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