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The Bench Grafter's Handbook Principles & Practice

The Bench Grafter's Handbook Principles & Practice

Containing 500 full color photographs and illustrations The Bench Grafter’s Handbook: Principles and Practice presents exhaustive information on all aspects of bench grafting. It details requirements of more than 200 temperate woody plant genera covering over 2 000 species and cultivars including important ornamental temperate fruit and nut crops. The book explains the principles and practices of bench grafting new procedures to enhance grafting success and recommendations for further scientific investigation. Practical issues to aid professionals and the beginner include detailed accounts supported by pictures and diagrams of the main grafting methods knifesmanship techniques and methods of training. Provision and design now and for the future of suitable structures grafting facilities and equipment to provide ideal controlled environments for grafts are described. The book describes major grafting systems sub-cold cold warm supported warm hot-pipe and other grafting strategies. It provides details of health and safety issues; work stations seat design lighting levels; recorded output figures for various types of graft; grafting knives and tools; and methods of sharpening by hand and machine. Features: Comprehensive description pictures and diagrams of how to learn and utilize important grafting methods. Detailed information and scientific principles behind the selection specification and choice of the main graft components – the rootstock and scion. Scientific principles and practicalities of providing optimal plant material equipment facilities and environmental conditions for graft union development including addressing the problems of graft incompatibility. Discussion of the actual and potential role of bench grafting in woody plant conservation with suggestions for new initiatives. This book is intended for use by nurserymen; those involved in the upkeep of extensive plant collections; conservationists; plant scientists; lecturers in horticulture; horticultural students; and amateurs with an interest in grafting. | The Bench Grafter's Handbook Principles & Practice

GBP 77.99
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The Gut Microbiome Bench to Table

The Gut Microbiome Bench to Table

The influence of the gut microbiome on human health and disease has been established in recent years through advances in high-throughput DNA sequencing. The Gut Microbiome: Bench to Table presents a scientific introduction to this topic analyzes research on how the microbiome is affected by nutrients and how dietary modifications can alter the microbiome. Written by a multidisciplinary team of experts it is divided into three sections. The first section details the current state of laboratory-scale analysis of gut microbiome samples and how we can identify the communities and their functional repertoire. Section II explains the next phase of translational research models such as preclinical animal studies proof of concept safety and efficacy human trials. The third section demonstrates the effectiveness of therapeutic treatments in larger populations. It addresses how diet influences the gut microbiome and presents an array of approaches that have been reported including a discussion of issues of the safety of probiotics and selected supplements and micronutrients. This book is essential for clinicians dietitians and food and nutrition professionals who wish to have the most up-to-date knowledge on food sciences. | The Gut Microbiome Bench to Table

GBP 44.99
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Toxicology of Amphibian Tadpoles

Toxicology of Amphibian Tadpoles

Anuran amphibians are among the animal groups with the highest rate of population decline on the planet. Among the factors driving this decline are environmental pollutants whose negative effects on larvae and tadpoles are still relatively little studied. This is the first book devoted entirely to studying the effects of environmental pollutants on amphibian tadpoles. Throughout its 14 chapters various aspects of the toxic effects of different classes of environmental contaminants are explored such as the toxicokinetics of toxic compounds in tadpoles and their health effects which may result in negative consequences at populations level. | Toxicology of Amphibian Tadpoles

GBP 100.00
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Bench to Bedside Diagnostic Microbiology for the Clinicians

Bench to Bedside Diagnostic Microbiology for the Clinicians

This reference text is a must have for any current or future clinicians or students of microbiology. It is concisely organized to provide vital information on many of the microbes one will regularly encounter and the most efficacious ways of addressing associated infections. Discussion of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and measures to combat them are also one of the key features of this text. Whether you desire to utilize this book at the bedside for prompt treatment decisions or as a reference manual to be used at your leisure you will find it to be a valuable addition to your library. | Bench to Bedside Diagnostic Microbiology for the Clinicians

GBP 44.99
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Essential Principles of Image Sensors

Essential Principles of Image Sensors

Providing a succinct introduction to the systemization noise sources and signal processes of image sensor technology Essential Principles of Image Sensors discusses image information and its four factors: space light intensity wavelength and time. Featuring clarifying and insightful illustrations this must-have text: Explains how image sensors convert optical image information into image signals Treats space wavelength and time as digitized built-in coordinate points in image sensors and systems Details the operational principles pixel technology and evolution of CCD MOS and CMOS sensors with updated technology Describes sampling theory presenting unique figures demonstrating the importance of phase Explores causes for the decline of image information quality In a straightforward manner suitable for beginners and experts alike Essential Principles of Image Sensors covers key topics related to digital imaging including semiconductor physics component elements necessary for image sensors silicon as a sensitive material noises in sensors and more.

GBP 74.99
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Protocols for Multislice Helical Computed Tomography The Fundamentals

Protocols for Multislice Helical Computed Tomography The Fundamentals

Despite the expected decline in the mid-1970s in the use of computed tomography (CT) following the excitement of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) CT has confounded its detractors and remains the imaging modality of choice particularly for the chest and abdomen. Spiral/helical CT with the development of 64-multislice variant has revolutionized diagnostic imaging: image acquistion of large body volumes are obtained in short times during a single-breath hold. Scanning protocols without contrast enhancement are not a challenge; however with intravenous contrast agents critical choices are made and bad choices inevitably produce bad scans. This handy guide provides the reader with a simple introduction to the essential ideas involved and a practical guide to the implementation of rational scanning protocols for multislice spiral instruments. Written by Peter Dawson a well-respected figure in computed tomography and radiology and a world expert on contrast agents Scanning Protocols for Multislice Helical Computed Tomography is an essential guide for all those working with CT as well as those in training. | Protocols for Multislice Helical Computed Tomography The Fundamentals

GBP 59.99
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Social Media Analytics in Predicting Consumer Behavior

Social Media Analytics in Predicting Consumer Behavior

Information is very important for businesses. Businesses that use information correctly are successful while those that don’t decline. Social media is an important source of data. This data brings us to social media analytics. Surveys are no longer the only way to hear the voice of consumers. With the data obtained from social media platforms businesses can devise marketing strategies. It provides a better understanding consumer behavior. As consumers are at the center of all business activities it is unrealistic to succeed without understanding consumption patterns. Social media analytics is useful especially for marketers. Marketers can evaluate the data to make strategic marketing plans. Social media analytics and consumer behavior are two important issues that need to be addressed together. The book differs in that it handles social media analytics from a different perspective. It is planned that social media analytics will be discussed in detail in terms of consumer behavior in the book. The book will be useful to the students businesses and marketers in many aspects. | Social Media Analytics in Predicting Consumer Behavior

GBP 130.00
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Fingerponds: Seasonal Integrated Aquaculture in East African Freshwater Wetlands: Exploring their potential for wise use strategies PhD: UNE

Fingerponds: Seasonal Integrated Aquaculture in East African Freshwater Wetlands: Exploring their potential for wise use strategies PhD: UNE

Wetlands play an important role in the livelihoods of many rural households particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. However due to decline in rainfed terrestrial agriculture many wetlands are being encroached upon to grow crops. The question to any wetland scientist/policy maker in the region is: what efforts can be made to achieve a balance between human needs for food and income and maintenance of ecosystem integrity?. This study analyses the potential of smallholder integrated aquaculture farming systems (calledFingerponds ) around the Lake Victoria wetlands in Kenya. Various analytical tools were used to evaluate the biophysical suitability nutrient flows benefits and environmental implications of this innovative technology. The critical biophysical factors determining Fingerponds productivity are site selection and water supply. The analysis of nutrient flows in the entire agroecosystem using nitrogen as the currency indicated that the total system throughput and hence the overall productivity of the system were low. Fingerponds contributed to household livelihoods by providing protein and income and added diversity to the household activities with minimal impacts on the natural environment. With careful implementation and adaptive management Fingerponds can be incorporated into national wetland policies and enhance the balance between economic development and environmental conservation. | Fingerponds: Seasonal Integrated Aquaculture in East African Freshwater Wetlands: Exploring their potential for wise use strategies PhD: UNE

GBP 115.00
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Diagnostic Endometrial Pathology 2E

Diagnostic Endometrial Pathology 2E

Endometrial cancer remains the most frequent gynaecological cancer in first world countries. This bench book on endometrial pathology distils the current literature to provide a practical text on endometrial pathology. Differential diagnosis is emphasised and the clinical correlates of pathology are also stressed to make this a clinically useful book. Fully updated and including over 400 colour images this book provides a valuable resource for the practising pathologist in general and community hospitals as well as in teaching hospitals. | Diagnostic Endometrial Pathology 2E

GBP 170.00
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The Soil-Human Health-Nexus

The Soil-Human Health-Nexus

The term soil health refers to the functionality of a soil as a living ecosystem capable of sustaining plants animals and humans while also improving the environment. In addition to soil health the environment also comprises the quality of air water vegetation and biota. The health of soil plants animals people and the environment is an indivisible continuum. One of the notable ramifications of the Anthropocene is the growing risks of decline in soil health by anthropogenic activities. Important among these activities are deforestation biomass burning excessive soil tillage indiscriminate use of agrochemicals excessive irrigation by flooding or inundation and extractive farming practices. Soil pollution by industrial effluents and urban waste adversely impacts human health. Degradation of soil health impacts nutritional quality of food such as the uptake of heavy metals or deficit of essential micro-nutrients and contamination by pests and pathogens. Indirectly soil health may impact human health through contamination of water and pollution of air. This book aims to: Present relationships of soil health to human health and soil health to human nutrition. Discuss the nexus between soil degradation and malnourishment as well as the important links between soil plant animal and human health. Detail reasons oil is a cause of infectious diseases and source of remedial measures. Part of the Advances in Soil Sciences series this informative volume covering various aspects of soil health appeals to soil scientists environmental scientists and public health workers. | The Soil-Human Health-Nexus

GBP 74.99
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Metabolism and Medicine The Metabolic Landscape of Health and Disease (Volume 2)

Metabolism and Medicine The Metabolic Landscape of Health and Disease (Volume 2)

Chronic disease states of aging should be viewed through the prism of metabolism and biophysical processes at all levels of physiological organization present in the human body. This book connects these insights to what causes them to go awry in the context of unhealthy human behaviors and aging aiming to buttress scientific creativity. It also provides links between the art and science of medicine that strengthens problem-solving in patient care. New and important discoveries in the area of metabolic health and metabolic diseases are discussed in exquisite detail. Key Features: Broad and up-to-date overview of the field of metabolic aspects of health and chronic disease development especially connecting the spectrum of topics that range from molecular clocks to stress response to nuclear hormone receptors and the role of microbiota in human health Provides a deeper basic science and interdisciplinary understanding of biological systems that broaden the perspectives and therapeutic problem solving by elaborating on the usefulness of the Physiological Fitness Landscape Describes the importance of insulin resistance in metabolic disease especially diabetes but also includes links to cancer and Alzheimer’s disease Examines the process of aging from the perspective of metabolic decline illustrating it with the Physiological Fitness Landscape This book the second volume in a two-volume set primarily targets an audience of clinical and science students biomedical researchers and physicians who would benefit from understanding each other’s language. | Metabolism and Medicine The Metabolic Landscape of Health and Disease (Volume 2)

GBP 130.00
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Systema Naturae 250 - The Linnaean Ark

Systema Naturae 250 - The Linnaean Ark

The advent of relational databasing and data storage capacity coupled with revolutionary advances in molecular sequencing technology and specimen imaging have led to a taxonomic renaissance. Systema Naturae 250 - The Linnaean Ark maps the origins of this renaissance beginning with Linnaeus through his apostles via the great unsung hero Charles Davies Sherbon — arguably the father of biodiversity informatics — up to the present day with the Planetary Biodiversity Inventories and into the future with the Encyclopedia of Life and web-based taxonomy. The book provides scientific historical and cultural documentation of the evolution of taxonomy and the successful adaptation of the Linnaean nomenclature system to that evolution. It underscores the importance of taxonomic accuracy not only for the classification of living organisms but for a more complete understanding of the living world and its biodiversity. The book also examines the role of technologies such as DNA sequencing specimen imaging and electronic data storage. A celebration of 250 years of the scientific naming of animals Systema Naturae 250 - The Linnaean Ark records and explores the history of zoological nomenclature and taxonomy detailing current and future activity in these fields. Descriptive taxonomy has been in decline despite the fact that the classification of organisms through taxonomic studies provides the foundation of our understanding of life forms. Packed with illustrations and tables this book establishes a vision for the future of descriptive taxonomy and marks the beginning of a period of rapid growth of taxonomic knowledge.

GBP 59.99
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Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function

Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function

Our brain is recognized by all specialists as the most complex entity created in nature. Regarding the extraordinary capacities of its functioning still incompletely known the control of the brain by our dietary lipids may seem very improbable to many people. Yet research has shown that an imbalance in the intake of essential fatty acids is related to conditions as prevalent as depression bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Research on psychological disorders including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder autism aggressiveness and suicidal behavior are discussed in this text. Several neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis are also explored. Several observations prove that not only are omega-3 fatty acids actively involved in maintaining the noble functions of our brain but other lipids including cholesterol liposoluble vitamins (A D and E) and some carotenoids play roles as well and are presented in this book. Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function focuses on this important research for human health. This book brings readers doctors dietitians and nutritionists arguments that could improve brain development in young people prevent many nervous diseases and slow down the age-related decline of higher brain functions. This book provides helpful information to improve health in the young as well in the old using practical and personalized recommendations for preventing and treating nervous pathologies. Features:• Focuses on the importance of dietary lipids on the proper brain functioning. • Provides relevant references demonstrating the efficiency of dietary lipids to maintain a healthy brain. • Introduces lipid sources and describes their roles by lipid groups in behavior issues and various chronic nervous diseases.

GBP 44.99
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Synthetics Mineral Oils and Bio-Based Lubricants Chemistry and Technology

Synthetics Mineral Oils and Bio-Based Lubricants Chemistry and Technology

Highlighting the major economic and industrial changes in the lubrication industry since the first edition Synthetics Mineral Oils and Bio-Based Lubricants: Chemistry and Technology Third Edition highlights the major economic and industrial changes in the lubrication industry and outlines the state of the art in each major lubricant application area. Chapters cover the use of lubricant fluids growth or decline of market areas and applications potential new applications production capacities and regulatory issues including biodegradability toxicity and food production equipment lubrication. The highly-anticipated third edition features new and updated chapters including those on automatic and continuously variable transmission fluids fluids for food-grade applications oil-soluble polyalkylene glycols functional bio-based lubricant base stocks farnesene-derived polyolefins estolides bio-based lubricants from soybean oil and trends in construction equipment lubrication. Features include: Contains an index of terms acronyms and analytical testing methods. Presents the latest conventions for describing upgraded mineral oil base fluids. Considers all the major lubrication areas: engine oils industrial lubricants food-grade applications greases and space-age applications Includes individual chapters on lubricant applications—such as environmentally friendly disk drive and magnetizable fluids—for major market areas around the globe. In a single unique volume Synthetics Mineral Oils and Bio-Based Lubricants: Chemistry and Technology Third Edition offers property and performance information of fluids theoretical and practical background to their current applications and strong indicators for global market trends that will influence the industry for years to come. | Synthetics Mineral Oils and Bio-Based Lubricants Chemistry and Technology

GBP 300.00
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Soil Degradation and Restoration in Africa

Soil Degradation and Restoration in Africa

Soil degradation is a widespread problem in Africa resulting in decreased agricultural productivity while demand for food continues to increase. Degradation is caused by accelerated erosion acidification contamination depletion of soil organic matter and plant nutrients and salinization. The major cause of soil degradation in Africa is uncontrolled and excessive grazing in the savanna regions followed by deforestation and the use of inappropriate and extractive farming practices. Perpetual neglect of the health of soils in Africa can exacerbate the already serious problems of food and nutritional insecurity and environmental degradation. Food and nutritional security of the growing population of Africa can only be achieved if degraded soils are restored and soils of agroecosystems are managed prudently and sustainably. Ignoring soils and taking the fragile finite and precious soil resources for granted is the principal cause of poverty hunger and environmental degradation. The downward spiral must be reversed through soil restoration measures based on translating science into action. This book describes the soils of Africa processes of soil degradation extent and severity of soil degradation and the impacts of degradation processes on food and nutritional security. Features:Explores the extent and severity of soil degradation in AfricaAnalyzes the cause–effect relationship between anthropogenic activities and soil degradationReviews processes of soil degradation in Africa including erosion salinization nutrient depletion and decline of soil organic matterAddresses the effect of climate change on soil degradation in Africa. Explains how soil degradation causes food and nutritional insecurity Part of the Advances in Soil Sciences series this volume is specifically devoted to the processes and factors that cause soil degradation and the challenges and potential for remediation and restoration of soil health in Africa. | Soil Degradation and Restoration in Africa

GBP 44.99
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Biology and Management of the World Tarpon and Bonefish Fisheries

Biology and Management of the World Tarpon and Bonefish Fisheries

The core of a multibillion dollar sport fishing industry tarpon and bonefish two of the earth’s oldest creatures are experiencing obvious and precipitous population decline. Experienced anglers in the Florida Keys suggest a drop of approximately 90-95 percent for the bonefish population over the last 65 years. Despite the economic value of the industry and scientific value of these ancient fish very little information is available about their movements and migrations population dynamics life histories and reproductive habits. With contributions from some of the world’s leading experts Biology and Management of the World Tarpon and Bonefish Fisheries synthesizes existing scientific literature presents new perspectives and introduces original scientific research to guide fishery management and conservation efforts for building sustainable fisheries. Divided into five sections the book begins with an overview of the state of the world’s fisheries for tarpon and bonefish. The second section reviews the biology and life history dynamics of these fish with contributions on conservation genetics reproductive biology and early life development as well as resolving gaps in evolutionary lineage and taxonomy. Covering population dynamics and resource ecology the third section discusses migratory patterns and the use of tagging. Highlighting the lore and appeal of these fascinating sport fish the book concludes by introducing a myriad of proposals designed to improve fishery sustainability by conducting census enforcing catch-and-release programs and supporting science-based management decision making. Promoting a better understanding of the biological and fishery management issues that are paramount to the sustainable future of these valuable fishery resources Biology and Management of the World Tarpon and Bonefish Fisheries provides a foundation for discussion and broad communication about the past present and future of these magnificent fish.

GBP 59.99
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Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

Many current public health actions and policies aimed at older people revolve around the often prevailing view that failing health is a consequence of ageing. It is now clear that it is possible to postpone or even prevent much of the age-related decline in health that was once thought inevitable. Future policies must recognise this changing paradigm and using a multi-disciplinary approach integrate fully the changing needs of older people into all areas of public policy including health nutrition social support housing and economic security. Derived from the 47th Annual Symposium of the Society for the Study of Human Biology in November 2005 Ageing Well: Nutrition Health and Social Interventions highlights important health and social factors affecting quality of life in older age and reviews possible interventions aimed at the prevention or amelioration of problems that reduce the potential for ageing well. Covering a wide range of topics contributors address the nutritional vulnerability and specific nutritional needs of older adults and confirm the necessity of appropriate diet and exercise in order to maintain both physical and cognitive health. Reminiscence social interaction and support are highlighted as crucial for the preservation of identity health and emotional well-being. Other chapters are concerned with socio-economic differences in the extent of age-related changes in health resulting particularly from poor quality housing and lack of family support networks. The book includes an examination of the economic consequences for health care systems and pension schemes of ageing populations provides insight into the methodology of evaluating the cost-effectiveness of interventions and outlines how the minimum cost of healthy living for the 65 plus population can be estimated. Bringing together the very latest information on successful ageing Ageing Well: Nutrition Health and Social Interventions presents an up | Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

GBP 175.00
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CRC Handbook of Organic Analytical Reagents

CRC Handbook of Organic Analytical Reagents

The Handbook of Organic Analytical Reagents 2nd Edition is an indispensable source book of physico-chemical properties preparation and analytical applications of the most commonly used organic reagents. Updated from the 1st Edition this volume includes data on 40 new reagents (such as ultra-high sensitive azo dyes fluorescent calcium indicators and chromogenic crown ethers and porphyrin reagents) a new Reagent Index listing reagents according to the elements to be assayed and completely updated references. Each entry contains information on synonyms sources and methods of synthesis analytical applications complexation reactions and the properties of complexes purification and purity of the reagent and other regeants with a related structure. The Handbook of Organic Analytical Reagents 2nd Edition is an invaluable bench-side reference for professional analytical chemists and graduate students. | CRC Handbook of Organic Analytical Reagents

GBP 59.99
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Verilog HDL Design Examples

Verilog HDL Design Examples

The Verilog language provides a means to model a digital system at many levels of abstraction from a logic gate to a complex digital system to a mainframe computer. The purpose of this book is to present the Verilog language together with a wide variety of examples so that the reader can gain a firm foundation in the design of the digital system using Verilog HDL. The Verilog projects include the design module the test bench module and the outputs obtained from the simulator that illustrate the complete functional operation of the design. Where applicable a detailed review of the theory of the topic is presented together with the logic design principles—including: state diagrams Karnaugh maps equations and the logic diagram. Numerous examples and homework problems are included throughout. The examples include logical operations counters of different moduli half adders full adders a carry lookahead adder array multipliers different types of Moore and Mealy machines and arithmetic logic units (ALUs). | Verilog HDL Design Examples

GBP 59.99
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Methods in Practical Laboratory Bacteriology

Methods in Practical Laboratory Bacteriology

The success of laboratory experiments relies heavily on the technical ability of the bench scientist with the aid of tricks-of-the-trade to generate consistent and reliable data. Regrettably however these invaluable tricks-of-the-trade are frequently omitted from scientific publications. This paucity of practical information relating to the conduct of laboratory bacteriology experiments creates a gaping void in the pertinent literature. Methods in Practical Laboratory Bacteriology fills this void. It provides detailed technical information that ensures that you achieve consistent and reliable data. The book addresses the aspects of bacterial fractionation and membrane characterization the analysis of Lipopolysaccharides and the techniques of SDS-PAGE immunoblotting and ELISA. It also describes the methods used for detecting and quantifying bacterial resistance to antibiotics and the analysis of bacterial chromosomes by pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE). Methods in Practical Laboratory Bacteriology also covers protocols for extracting the fingerprinting plasmids as well as the use of non-radio labeled gene probes and ribosomal RNA gene probes.

GBP 175.00
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Creeping Bentgrass Management

Creeping Bentgrass Management

Creeping bentgrass is considered the premier turfgrass species grown on golf courses and there is a growing demand for an understanding of its maintenance and management practices. Still the only comprehensive reference on the subject Creeping Bentgrass Management Second Edition helps you identify the factors that contribute to summer bentgrass decline and guides you in selecting the best approaches for stress and pest management. This full-color book delves into all aspects of modern approaches to creeping bentgrass management on golf courses. It describes the nature of mechanical physiological and environmental stresses and how they influence growth and management of creeping bentgrass. The book covers the selection of creeping bentgrass cultivars; cultural practices including mowing irrigation and topdressing; the deleterious effects of organic and inorganic layers in golf greens; and ways to limit injury due to mechanical or physical stresses. It also discusses recent advances in the management of selected diseases and soil-related maladies of creeping bentgrass—from Pythium-incited root dysfunction to dollar spot yellow tuft and blue-green algae. The focus is on common disease symptoms predisposing conditions hosts and cultural and chemical management strategies. Advances in biological disease control are also reviewed. The book offers practical guidance in selecting and using fungicides herbicides and plant growth regulators. It also discusses the use of non-selective herbicides and fumigants for the renovation of creeping bentgrass and outlines strategies for dealing with selected invertebrate pests. Throughout color photographs help you identify diseases and stresses that may be affecting your own golf course. Fully revised and updated this second edition of a bestseller features three new chapters new photographs and expanded information about diseases. Drawing on the author’s more than thirty years of experience and research it brings together a wealth of information on how to optimize creeping bentgrass health and performance. What’s New in This Edition Three new chapters covering the nature of fungicides abiotic maladies and selected invertebrate pests An expanded section on disease—double the length of the first edition Updated chapters that reflect the latest developments in creeping bentgrass management More extensive discussion of annual bluegrass problems and their management More than 100 new photos Tips from Dr. Dernoeden Watch these videos to get Dr. Dernoeden’s tips on how to control dollar spot disease and crabgrass and how to identify fairy ring.

GBP 52.99
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Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare

Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare

Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare introduces concepts principles construction and applications of therapeutic ultrasound: from bench to bedside. A comprehensive examination of the industry and medical application of ultrasound therapy this book highlights working principles research progress and system structures of therapeutic ultrasound. It describes the principles of therapeutic ultrasound details the system construction introduces current and emerging applications and discusses developing therapeutic ultrasound technologies. Divided into two parts the book first introduces the fundamentals of biomedical acoustics discusses ultrasound calibration methods and the structures of available therapeutic ultrasound systems before moving on to the various applications of ultrasound therapy used in clinics. It includes a variety of extensive clinical trials outcome photos and illustrating figures and a critical commentary on the challenges in this field. The author discusses topics that include:The derivation of wave equationThe mathematical solution of the wave propagationThe phenomena of reflectionRefraction and transmission in the acoustic field from different acoustic sourcesThe radiation pattern of the ultrasound transducerThe acoustical properties of biological tissuesUltrasound-induced bioeffectsCavitationThe design of the ultrasound transducerThe characterization method of the produced acoustic fieldAn easy reference offering full coverage of popular ultrasound therapies Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare provides a simple explanation of fundamental acoustics including wave equation propagation nonlinearity and transducer design. It also discusses other potential applications and is geared toward academia industry and researchers.

GBP 38.99
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Standards for Engineering Design and Manufacturing

Standards for Engineering Design and Manufacturing

Most books on standardization describe the impact of ISO and related organizations on many industries. While this is great for managing an organization it leaves engineers asking questions such as “what are the effects of standards on my designs?” and “how can I use standardization to benefit my work?” Standards for Engineering Design and Manufacturing provides hands-on knowledge for incorporating standards into the entire process from design bench to factory floor. The book’s five self-contained sections consider the scope of design and manufacturing standards for the design of discrete products standards for the manufacture of discrete products standards for the use of discrete products as well as support standards. The authors survey in detail the major standards-setting organizations and outline the procedure for developing standards. They consider standards from the perspective of product equipment and end-user using this as a platform to explain the economic benefits of standardization. Case studies in every section illustrate the concepts and offer practical insight for using standards in CAD/CAM selection of components process planning human/machine interaction and computer interfacing. With its modular approach and practical wisdom based on the authors’ years of broad experience Standards for Engineering Design and Manufacturing supplies the tools to incorporate standards into every stage of design and manufacturing. For a summary of chapters as well as illustrations and tools from the book visit

GBP 59.99
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Handbook of Hydraulic Fluid Technology Second Edition

Handbook of Hydraulic Fluid Technology Second Edition

Detailing the major developments of the last decade the Handbook of Hydraulic Fluid Technology Second Edition updates the original and remains the most comprehensive and authoritative book on the subject. With all chapters either revised (in some cases completely) or expanded to account for new developments this book sets itself apart by approaching hydraulic fluids as a component of a system and focusing on key technological aspects. Written by experts from around the world the handbook covers all major classes of hydraulic fluids in detail delving into chemistry design fluid maintenance and selection and other key concepts. It also offers a rigorous overview of hydraulic fluid technology and evaluates the ecological benefits of water and its use as an important alternative technology. This complete overview discusses pumps and motors valves and reservoir design as well as fluid properties and associated topics. These include air entrainment modulus lubrication and wear assessment by bench and pump testing biodegradability and fire resistance. Contributors also present particularly important material on biodegradable fluids and the use of water as a hydraulic fluid. As the foremost resource on the design selection and testing of hydraulic systems and fluids used in engineering applications this book contains new illustrations data tables and practical examples all updated with essential information on the latest methods. To streamline presentation relevant content from the first edition has been integrated into this new version where appropriate. The result is a reference that helps readers develop an unparalleled understanding of the total hydraulic system including essential hardware fluid properties and hydraulic lubricants.

GBP 94.99
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Toxicologic Pathology Nonclinical Safety Assessment Second Edition

Toxicologic Pathology Nonclinical Safety Assessment Second Edition

Following the success of the first edition this book is designed to provide practical and timely information for toxicologic pathologists working in pharmaceutical drug discovery and development. The majority of the book (Organ Systems) will provide detailed descriptions of histopathological lesions observed in drug development. In addition it will provide information to assist the pathologist in making determinations of the origin of lesions as well as its relevance to human risk. Toxicologic Pathology: Nonclinical Safety Assessment Second Edition includes 2 new concept chapters. The first of the new chapters address approaches for the evaluation of unique therapeutic modalities such as cell therapies gene therapies and gene expression knockdown therapies. While these still represent new developing therapeutic approaches there has been significant experience with the therapeutic modalities in the last 5 years. The second new chapter addresses the nonclinical safety assessment of medical devices a topic of increasing importance that was not addressed in a unique chapter in the first edition. The other concept chapters have been updated and cover important topics including the overview of drug development; principles of nonclinical safety assessment; an introduction to toxicologic pathology; techniques used in toxicologic pathology clinical pathology toxicokinetics and drug development toxicogenomics; and spontaneous lesions. The 13 organ system chapters provide the specifics related to pathologic characteristics differential diagnosis and interpretation of toxic responses in each organ system. These chapters are specifically important for the bench pathologist but also for the toxicologist who interacts with pathologists and function as study toxicologists and project team representatives in the drug development arena. | Toxicologic Pathology Nonclinical Safety Assessment Second Edition

GBP 270.00
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