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Basics of Game Design

Basics of Game Design

Basics of Game Design is for anyone wanting to become a professional game designer. Focusing on creating the game mechanics for data-driven games it covers role-playing real-time strategy first-person shooter simulation and other games. Written by a 25-year veteran of the game industry the guide offers detailed explanations of how to design the data sets used to resolve game play for moving combat solving puzzles interacting with NPCs managing inventory and much more. Advice on developing stories for games building maps and levels and designing the graphical user interface is also included.

GBP 180.00
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Game Feel A Game Designer's Guide to Virtual Sensation

Game Feel A Game Designer's Guide to Virtual Sensation

Game Feel exposes feel as a hidden language in game design that no one has fully articulated yet. The language could be compared to the building blocks of music (time signatures chord progressions verse) - no matter the instruments style or time period - these building blocks come into play. Feel and sensation are similar building blocks where game design is concerned. They create the meta-sensation of involvement with a game. The understanding of how game designers create feel and affect feel are only partially understood by most in the field and tends to be overlooked as a method or course of study yet a game's feel is central to a game's success. This book brings the subject of feel to light by consolidating existing theories into a cohesive book. The book covers topics like the role of sound ancillary indicators the importance of metaphor how people perceive things and a brief history of feel in games. The associated web site contains a playset with ready-made tools to design feel in games six key components to creating virtual sensation. There's a play palette too so the desiger can first experience the importance of that component by altering variables and feeling the results. The playset allows the reader to experience each of the sensations described in the book and then allows them to apply them to their own projects. Creating game feel without having to program essentially. The final version of the playset will have enough flexibility that the reader will be able to use it as a companion to the exercises in the book working through each one to create the feel described. | Game Feel A Game Designer's Guide to Virtual Sensation

GBP 180.00
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The Routledge Companion to Video Game Studies

The Routledge Companion to Video Game Studies

A definitive guide to contemporary video game studies this second edition has been fully revised and updated to address the ongoing theoretical and methodological development of game studies. Expertly compiled by well-known video game scholars Mark J. P. Wolf and Bernard Perron the Companion includes comprehensive and interdisciplinary models and approaches for analyzing video games new perspectives on video games both as an art form and cultural phenomenon explorations of the technical and creative dimensions of video games and accounts of the political social and cultural dynamics of video games. Brand new to this second edition are chapters examining topics such as preservation; augmented mixed and virtual reality; eSports; disability; diversity; and identity as well as a new section that specifically examines the industrial aspects of video games including digital distribution game labor triple-A games indie games and globalization. Each essay provides a lively and succinct summary of its target area quickly bringing the reader up-to-date on the pertinent issues surrounding each aspect of the field including references for further reading. A comprehensive overview of the present state of video game studies that will undoubtedly prove invaluable to students scholars and game designers alike. | The Routledge Companion to Video Game Studies

GBP 205.00
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The Game Audio Tutorial A Practical Guide to Sound and Music for Interactive Games

The Game Audio Tutorial A Practical Guide to Sound and Music for Interactive Games

Design and implement video game sound from beginning to end with this hands-on course in game audio. Music and sound effects speak to players on a deep level and this book will show you how to design and implement powerful interactive sound that measurably improves gameplay. If you are a sound designer or composer and want to do more than just create audio elements and hand them over to someone else for insertion into the game this book is for you. You'll understand the game development process and implement vital audio experiences-not just create music loops or one-off sound effects. The Game Audio Tutorial isn't just a book-you also get a powerful website (www. thegameaudiotutorial. com) which includes: | The Game Audio Tutorial A Practical Guide to Sound and Music for Interactive Games

GBP 180.00
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Pixel Art for Game Developers

Pixel Art for Game Developers

Is the art for your video game taking too long to create? Learning to create Pixel Art may be the answer to your development troubles. Uncover the secrets to creating stunning graphics with Pixel Art for Game Developers. The premier how-to book on Pixel Art and Pixel Art software it focuses on the universal principles of the craft. The book provides an introduction to Pixel Art its utility foundational elements and concepts such as light and shadow. It offers tutorials on creating animations and serves as a functional guide for the most common methodology in 2D game development. Gamers love the retro feel of Pixel Art and lucky for you it is easy to create. You'll love the tiny file sizes that will reduce compile times and help your game run faster. Providing you with the skills to create the characters and environments needed for 2D games this book will help you: Create tilesets to build game environments Understand light and shadow Work efficiently with pixels Use atmospheric and linear perspective Create professional-quality Pixel Art This book has chapters dedicated to theory as well as step-by-step tutorials both of which describe the process explicitly. Whether you are an artist programmer indie developer or certified public accountant after reading this book you'll understand the steps necessary to create production-quality Pixel Art graphics. Praise for the Book:Pixel Art and Pixel Art games are very popular and the technique is a great way for independent creators to create very good-looking games with limited resources. It‘s frankly shocking that there hasn‘t been a resource like this before . a very timely book. Chris Totten George Mason University Washington DC USA

GBP 180.00
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3ds Max Modeling for Games Insider's Guide to Game Character Vehicle and Environment Modeling: Volume I

3ds Max Modeling for Games Insider's Guide to Game Character Vehicle and Environment Modeling: Volume I

With 18 years under his belt in the game industry a key contributor to the MotorStorm series and the creator of the 3ds Max in Minutes video series (at FocalPress. com) Andrew Gahan delivers the expert techniques in 3ds Max Modeling for Games 2nd edition. This updated edition is packed with new tutorials that will enhance your modeling skills and pump up your portfolio with high-quality work in no time. Along with Anthony O'Donnell and a team of experts Gahan covers all of the fundamental game modeling techniques including character and environment modeling mapping and texturing. Finally a bonus section in 3ds Max Modeling for Games offers readers insights and tips on how to get their careers started in the game industry. New expanded tutorials take readers of all abilities through full character and environment modeling from beginning to endCompanion website (3d-for-games. com) offers a robust supportive forum where readers can get commentary on new work develop skills and portfolio art as well as network with other game artists on a variety of projects. Also features project files for all tutorials in the book and enough support images and photos to keep the budding artist busy for monthsCompletely updated gallery allows the reader to build on various models | 3ds Max Modeling for Games Insider's Guide to Game Character Vehicle and Environment Modeling: Volume I

GBP 180.00
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Handbook of Usability and User-Experience (UX) 2-Volume Set

Handbook of Usability and User-Experience (UX) 2-Volume Set

This two-volume handbook set introduces the state-of-the-art development in research and applications related to usability and user-experience. Volume one includes methods and techniques and volume two covers research and case Studies. This handbook set is essential for everyone that is interested in understanding how the principles of usability and user-experience can contribute to a design that ensures that the needs of the users have been properly met. The books will cover several areas such as the conceptual aspects of usability and user-experience the knowledge of human characteristics in design the methodological aspects; the books will include intervention examples of consumer products digital systems and augmented and virtual realities. This set will be of interest to those working in the fields of ergonomics designers engineers as well as students and practitioners. | Handbook of Usability and User-Experience (UX) 2-Volume Set

GBP 205.00
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Poly-Modeling with 3ds Max Thinking Outside of the Box

Poly-Modeling with 3ds Max Thinking Outside of the Box

Learn how to create professional models for advertising on TV and the web. Blending real-world experience and the technical aspects of poly-modeling this book shows how to ultimately create content in a dynamic efficient manner. This collection of tips tricks and techniques will give you the freedom to determine the edge flow and overall mass of your models through this free-form digital sculpting method. The accompanying website offers instructional files that show the models in progressive stages of development. In addition there is a free user forum for interactive feedback and information. | Poly-Modeling with 3ds Max Thinking Outside of the Box

GBP 180.00
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Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles Color Atlas and Text Two Volume Set

Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles Color Atlas and Text Two Volume Set

This two-volume set represents a second edition of the original Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles alongside a new book that covers noninfectious diseases of reptiles. Together these meet the need for an entirely comprehensive authoritative single-source reference. The volumes feature color photos of normal anatomy and histology as well as gross light and electron microscopic images of infectious and noninfectious diseases of reptiles. The most detailed and highly illustrated reference on the market this two-volume set includes definitive information on every aspect of the anatomy pathophysiology and differential diagnosis of infectious and noninfectious diseases affecting reptiles. | Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles Color Atlas and Text Two Volume Set

GBP 325.00
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A History of the American People

A History of the American People

Originally published in 1933 and written by America’s historian James Truslow Adams this 2 volume set tells the story of the rise of the American nation encompassing from economics religion social change and politics from settlement to the Great Depression. Due emphasis is given to the inter-connectedness of America with Europe – both in terms of cultural heritage and political and military entanglements. Extensive in size and scope and richly illustrated with half-tones and maps these volumes balance a historical narrative with philosophical interpretation whilst touching on as many aspects of American life and history as possible. | A History of the American People

GBP 250.00
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Textbook of Ion Channels Three Volume Set

Textbook of Ion Channels Three Volume Set

The Textbook of Ion Channels is a set of three volumes providing a wide-ranging reference source on ion channels for students instructors and researchers. Ion channels are membrane proteins that control the electrical properties of neurons and cardiac cells mediate the detection and response to sensory stimuli like light sound odor and taste and regulate the response to physical stimuli like temperature and pressure. In non-excitable tissues ion channels are instrumental for the regulation of basic salt balance that is critical for homeostasis. Ion channels are located at the surface membrane of cells giving them the unique ability to communicate with the environment as well as the membrane of intracellular organelles allowing them to regulate internal homeostasis. Ion channels are fundamentally important for human health and diseases and are important targets for pharmaceuticals in mental illness heart disease anesthesia pain and other clinical applications. The modern methods used in their study are powerful and diverse ranging from single ion-channel measurement techniques to models of ion channel diseases in animals and human clinical trials for ion channel drugs. All three volumes give the reader an introduction to fundamental concepts needed to understand the mechanism of ion channels a guide to the technical aspects of ion channel research offer a modern guide to the properties of major ion channel families and include coverage of key examples of regulatory physiological and disease roles for ion channels. | Textbook of Ion Channels Three Volume Set

GBP 230.00
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The Handbook of Natural Resources Second Edition Six Volume Set

The Handbook of Natural Resources Second Edition Six Volume Set

Authored by world-class scientists and scholars the Handbook of Natural Resources Second Edition is an excellent reference for understanding the consequences of changing natural resources to the degradation of ecological integrity and the sustainability of life. Based on the content of the bestselling and CHOICE awarded Encyclopedia of Natural Resources this new edition demonstrates the major challenges that the society is facing for the sustainability of all wellbeing on planet Earth. The experience evidence methods and models used in studying natural resources are presented in six stand-alone volumes arranged along the main systems: land water and air. It reviews state-of-the-art knowledge highlights advances made in different areas and provides guidance for the appropriate use of remote sensing data in the study of natural resources on a global scale. The six volumes in this set cover: Terrestrial Ecosystems and Biodiversity; Landscape and Land Capacity; Wetlands and Habitats; Fresh Water and Watersheds; Coastal and Marine Environments; and finally Atmosphere and Climate. Written in an easy-to-reference manner the Handbook of Natural Resources Second Edition as a complete set is essential for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of the science and management of natural resources. Public and private libraries educational and research institutions scientists scholars and resource managers will benefit enormously from this set. Individual volumes and chapters can also be used in a wide variety of both graduate and undergraduate courses in environmental science and natural science courses at different levels and disciplines such as biology geography Earth system science ecology etc. | The Handbook of Natural Resources Second Edition Six Volume Set

GBP 270.00
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Textbook of Assisted Reproductive Techniques Two Volume Set

Textbook of Assisted Reproductive Techniques Two Volume Set

Established as a definitive reference for the IVF laboratory and clinic the sixth edition has been extensively revised with the addition of several important new contributions on clinical topics including Artificial Intelligence gene editing disaster management freeze-all cycles immunology and transgender considerations. As previously methods protocols and techniques of choice are presented by IVF pioneers and eminent international experts. *Gives both laboratory staff and clinicians a comprehensive resource for problems arising in Reproductive Medicine *Draws on international expertise for practice and guidelines *Presents a new edition of the pre-eminent reference text in laboratory and clinical aspects of Reproductive Medicine | Textbook of Assisted Reproductive Techniques Two Volume Set

GBP 270.00
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Handbook of Conservation Agriculture [Two-Volume set]

Handbook of Conservation Agriculture [Two-Volume set]

Conservation agriculture is a sustainable production model that not only optimizes crop yields but also reaps economic and environmental benefits as well. The adoption of successful conservation agriculture methods has resulted in energy savings higher organic matter content and biotic activity in soil increased crop-water availability and thus resilience to drought improved recharge of aquifers less erosion and reduced impacts from the weather associated with climate change in general. This two-volume set Agricultural Impacts of Climate Change and Applied Agricultural Practices for Mitigating Climate Change examines several important aspects of crop production such as climate change soil management farm machinery and different methods for sustainable conservation agriculture. It presents the latest techniques in crop modeling best practices for irrigation under water deficit conditions and other approaches for sustainable conservation agriculture that consider the environmental effects of climate change. It also discusses solar energy-based greenhouse modeling precision farming using remote sensing and GIS and various types of machinery used for conservation agriculture. Features: Examines the effects of climate change on agriculture and the related strategies for mitigation through practical real-world examples Explores innovative on-farm technology options to increase system efficiency resulting in improved water usage Presents examples of precision farming using climate-resilient technologies | Handbook of Conservation Agriculture [Two-Volume set]

GBP 200.00
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Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacy of Medicinal Plants 2-volume set

Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacy of Medicinal Plants 2-volume set

This new 2-volume set offers a comprehensive review of more than 80 medicinal plant species providing information on the bioactives and pharmacology of these beneficial plants. It describes the structures of the secondary metabolites found in these plants the functions of these compounds in human and plant biology and the biosynthesis of these compounds. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction about the species. The chapters then delve into the bioactive phytochemicals from the plant along with its chemical structure. The published literature on pharmacological activities on that species is comprehensively reviewed. A wide array of the biological activities and potential health benefits of the medicinal plant (which include antiviral antimicrobial antioxidant anti-cancer anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic properties as well as protective effects on liver kidney heart and nervous system) are given. Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacy of Medicinal Plants aims to be valuable source book for scientists researchers industry professionals faculty and students for the development of new and effective drugs from medicinal plants. | Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacy of Medicinal Plants 2-volume set

GBP 308.00
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A Study of Chinese Characters and Excavated Documents in China

A Study of Chinese Characters and Excavated Documents in China

This two-volume set is a collection of the author’s scholarly articles on Chinese ancient characters and unearthed literature. The first volume focuses on the evolution of Chinese characters analyzing the composition system and its transformation the motivation and mechanisms behind the evolution as well as the methodology of ancient characters studies. It also offers a novel understanding of the core issues related to Shuowen Jiezi a significant work in the tradition of Chinese paleography. The second volume scrutinizes manuscripts unearthed from archaeological findings including silk books and bamboo slips discovered in ancient tombs that date back to the Warring States period and the Qin and Han dynasties as well as Turfan manuscripts. Through textual analysis of these newly excavated documents the author reinterprets the texts and resolves some knotty problems in Chinese paleography. The set will appeal to students and scholars of sinology Chinese philology and paleography and also Chinese characters and unearthed manuscripts. | A Study of Chinese Characters and Excavated Documents in China

GBP 260.00
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Encyclopedia of Plasma Technology - Two Volume Set

Encyclopedia of Plasma Technology - Two Volume Set

Technical plasmas have a wide range of industrial applications. The Encyclopedia of Plasma Technology covers all aspects of plasma technology from the fundamentals to a range of applications across a large number of industries and disciplines. Topics covered include nanotechnology solar cell technology biomedical and clinical applications electronic materials sustainability and clean technologies. The book bridges materials science industrial chemistry physics and engineering making it a must have for researchers in industry and academia as well as those working on application-oriented plasma technologies. Also Available OnlineThis Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription offering a variety of extra benefits for researchers students and librarians including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options Contact Taylor and Francis for more information or to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1. 888. 318. 2367; (E-mail) e-reference@taylorandfrancis. comInternational: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062; (E-mail) online. sales@tandf. co. uk | Encyclopedia of Plasma Technology - Two Volume Set

GBP 325.00
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Animation: A World History The Complete Set

Animation: A World History The Complete Set

A continuation of 1994’s groundbreaking Cartoons Giannalberto Bendazzi’s three-volume Animation: A World History is the largest deepest most comprehensive text of its kind based on the idea that animation is an art form that deserves its own place in scholarship. Bendazzi delves beyond just Disney offering readers glimpses into the animation of Russia Africa Latin America and other often-neglected areas and introducing over fifty previously undiscovered artists. Full of first-hand never before investigated and elsewhere unavailable information Animation: A World History encompasses the history of animation production on every continent over the span of three centuries. Features include: Over 200 high quality head shots and film stills to add visual reference to your research Detailed information on hundreds of never-before researched animators and films Coverage of animation from more than 90 countries and every major region of the world Chronological and geographical organization for quick access to the information you’re looking for Volume I traces the roots and predecessors of modern animation the history behind Émile Cohl's Fantasmagorie and twenty years of silent animated films. Encompassing the formative years of the art form through its Golden Age this book accounts for animation history through 1950 and covers everything from well-known classics like Steamboat Willie to animation in Egypt and Nazi Germany. Volume II delves into the decades following the Golden Age an uncertain time when television series were overshadowing feature films art was heavily influenced by the Cold War and new technologies began to emerge that threatened the traditional methods of animation. Take part in the turmoil of the 1950s through 90s as American animation began to lose its momentum and the advent of television created a global interest in the art form. Volume III catches you up to speed on the state of animation from 1991 to present. Although characterized by such trends as economic globalization the expansion of television series emerging markets in countries like China and India and the consolidation of elitist auteur animation the story of contemporary animation is still open to interpretation. With an abundance of first-hand research and topics ranging from Nickelodeon and Pixar to modern Estonian animation this book is the most complete record of modern animation on the market. | Animation: A World History The Complete Set

GBP 350.00
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A Dictionary of Stylistics

A Dictionary of Stylistics

Reviews of the first edition:'. a work of high seriousness. manna from rhetorical heaven for students and researchers with a lot of hard graft ahead of them. '(English Today)'. an impressive single-author reference work. '(English)'. Not only is this volume indispensable for anyone students or academics working in any field related to stylistics it is like all the best dictionaries a very good read. ' (Le Lingue del Mondo) Over the past ten years there have been striking advances in stylistics. These have given rise to new terms and to revised thinking of concepts and re-definitions of terms. A Dictionary of Stylistics 2nd Edition contains over 600 alphabetically listed entries: fully revised since the first and second editions it contains many new entries. Drawing material from stylistics and a range of related disciplines such as sociolinguistics cognitive linguistics and traditional rhetoric the revised Third Edition provides a valuable reference work for students and teachers of stylistics as well as critical discourse analysis and literary criticism. At the same time it provides a general picture of the nature insights and methodologies of stylistics. As well as explaining terminology clearly and concisely this edition contains a subject index for further ease of use. With numerous quotations; explanations for many basic terms from grammar and rhetoric; and a comprehensive bibliography this is a unique reference work and handbook for stylistic and textual analysis. Students and teachers at secondary and tertiary levels of English language and literature or English as a foreign or second language and of linguistics will find it an invaluable source of information. Katie Wales is Professor of Modern English Language University of Leeds and Dean of Learning and Teaching in the Faculty of Arts.

GBP 180.00
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Handbook of Conducting Polymers Fourth Edition - 2 Volume Set

Handbook of Conducting Polymers Fourth Edition - 2 Volume Set

In the last 10 years there have been major advances in fundamental understanding and applications and a vast portfolio of new polymer structures with unique and tailored properties was developed. Work moved from a chemical repeat unit structure to one more based on structural control new polymerization methodologies properties processing and applications. The 4th Edition takes this into account and will be completely rewritten and reorganized focusing on spin coating spray coating blade/slot die coating layer-by-layer assembly and fiber spinning methods; property characterizations of redox interfacial electrical and optical phenomena; and commercial applications. | Handbook of Conducting Polymers Fourth Edition - 2 Volume Set

GBP 250.00
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Textbook of Female Urology and Urogynecology Two-Volume Set

Textbook of Female Urology and Urogynecology Two-Volume Set

Featuring contributions by an international team of the world’s experts in urology and gynecology this fifth edition reinforces its status as the classic comprehensive resource on female urology and urogynecology and an essential clinical reference in the field. There are new chapters throughout and new commentaries on important documents in the appendixes; each volume is now available separately. *Offers a comprehensive guide to both medical and surgical sides *Covers important and common topics such as stress incontinence pelvic organ prolapse and robotic surgery and newer topics such as transgender surgery *Presents a practical and manageable level of detail | Textbook of Female Urology and Urogynecology Two-Volume Set

GBP 350.00
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Handbook of Optical Engineering Second Edition Two Volume Set

Handbook of Optical Engineering Second Edition Two Volume Set

This handbook explains principles processes methods and procedures of optical engineering in a concise and practical way. The second edition contains new chapters on paraxial ray tracing aberrations and optical design polarization and polarizing optical devices microscopes biomedical instrumentation and optical methods in metrology. The new edition also includes chapters on active and adaptive optics non-diffractive Bessel and airy beams color and colorimetry physiological optics and eye aberrations and photonic materials nanophotonics and metamaterials. | Handbook of Optical Engineering Second Edition Two Volume Set

GBP 375.00
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Handbook of Environmental Health Two Volume Set

Handbook of Environmental Health Two Volume Set

The two-volume Handbook of Environmental Health Fourth Edition provides a comprehensive but concise discussion of important environmental health areas including energy ecology and people environmental epidemiology risk assessment and risk management environmental law air quality management food protection insect control rodent control pesticides chemical environment environmental economics human disease and injury occupational health and safety noise radiation recreational environment indoor environments medical care institutions schools and universities prisons solid and hazardous waste management water supply plumbing swimming areas sewage disposal soils water pollution control environmental health emergencies and nuisance complaints. The handbook presents background material that gives students and professionals an understanding of the areas under discussion and describes common problems and potential solutions. Each volume includes illustrative graphs graphs computerized drawings inspection sheets and flowcharts that consolidate or clarify textual material. These books are neither engineering texts nor comprehensive texts in each area of study. Their purpose is to provide a solid working knowledge of each environmental health area with sufficient detail for practitioners and students. The text can be used in basic courses in environmental health environmental pollution and ecology. For general areas of study the instructor can omit specific details such as resources standards practices and techniques and modes of surveillance and evaluation. Practitioners in a variety of environmental health and occupational health and safety fields will find these volumes handy references for resolving current problems and for obtaining a better understanding of unfamiliar areas. Practitioners and administrators in other areas such as food processing water-quality control occupational health and safety and solid and hazardous waste management will also find these reference books useful. High school teachers often must introduce environmental health topics in their classes and yet have no specific background in this area. They can be used as a text in graduate education courses for high school teachers as well as a reference the material divides easily into two separate courses. In Volume I readers are introduced to the underlying problems basic concerns and basic philosophy of environmental health. The ecological economic and energy bases provided help individuals understand their relationship to the ecosystem and to the real world of economic and energy concerns. It also provides an understanding of the role of government and the environmental health practitioner in helping to resolve environmental and ecological dilemmas created by humans. Chapter 2 on human health helps the reader understand the relationship between biological physical and chemical agents and disease and injury causation. Volume II discusses the many varied facets of terrorism and environmental emergencies nuisances and special problems. Students may refer to other chapters of the text to obtain a complete idea of each of the problems and the potential solutions. | Handbook of Environmental Health Two Volume Set

GBP 180.00
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Hyperspectral Remote Sensing of Vegetation Second Edition Four Volume Set

Hyperspectral Remote Sensing of Vegetation Second Edition Four Volume Set

Written by leading global experts including pioneers in the field the four-volume set on Hyperspectral Remote Sensing of Vegetation Second Edition reviews existing state-of-the-art knowledge highlights advances made in different areas and provides guidance for the appropriate use of hyperspectral data in the study and management of agricultural crops and natural vegetation. Volume I Fundamentals Sensor Systems Spectral Libraries and Data Mining for Vegetation introduces the fundamentals of hyperspectral or imaging spectroscopy data including hyperspectral data processes sensor systems spectral libraries and data mining and analysis covering both the strengths and limitations of these topics. Volume II Hyperspectral Indices and Image Classifications for Agriculture and Vegetation evaluates the performance of hyperspectral narrowband or imaging spectroscopy data with specific emphasis on the uses and applications of hyperspectral narrowband vegetation indices in characterizing modeling mapping and monitoring agricultural crops and vegetation. Volume III Biophysical and Biochemical Characterization and Plant Species Studies demonstrates the methods that are developed and used to study terrestrial vegetation using hyperspectral data. This volume includes extensive discussions on hyperspectral data processing and how to implement data processing mechanisms for specific biophysical and biochemical applications such as crop yield modeling crop biophysical and biochemical property characterization and crop moisture assessments. Volume IV Advanced Applications in Remote Sensing of Agricultural Crops and Natural Vegetation discusses the use of hyperspectral or imaging spectroscopy data in numerous specific and advanced applications such as forest management precision farming managing invasive species and local to global land cover change detection. | Hyperspectral Remote Sensing of Vegetation Second Edition Four Volume Set

GBP 180.00
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Drugs of Natural Origin A Treatise of Pharmacognosy Seventh Edition

Drugs of Natural Origin A Treatise of Pharmacognosy Seventh Edition

Drugs of Natural Origin is a unique multidisciplinary book suitable for undergraduate and graduate students and teachers in the area of natural product science but also as a complementary book for disciplines like medicinal chemistry biochemistry and pharmacology. The book can also serve society as a scientific source for the understanding of a sustainable use of natural products in the development of new drugs scientifically based herbal remedies and environmentally friendly biomolecules. During evolution molecules have been developed for specific functions in nature. These bioactive substances have a potential as new drug candidates in drug development but also as pharmacological tools intermediates or templates for synthesis of drugs. This book deals with terrestrial and marine bioactive substances of plant microbial or animal origin. The occurrence biosynthesis isolation chemistry and medical use are described together with basic research strategies. An increased understanding of the medical importance of bioactive natural products has developed in society. Since the publication of the sixth edition six years ago considerable progress has been achieved in the study of biosynthetic pathways mainly based on gene technology. The revolution in high-throughput sequencing technology has given an increasing access to microbial genome sequences which opens up new possibilities in the discovery of novel bioactive natural products. This development is reflected in a substantial revision and expansion of the book but also removal of some sections containing products remotely associated with drugs. The new book also contains description of novel drugs marketed since the publication of the previous edition especially in the field of diabetes cancer and infection. | Drugs of Natural Origin A Treatise of Pharmacognosy Seventh Edition

GBP 180.00
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