The transposable genetic elements, or transposons, as they are now known, have had a tumultuous history. Discovered in the mid-20th century by Barbara... Læs mere
Polyploidy plays an important role in biological diversity, trait improvement, and plant species survival. Understanding the evolutionary phenomenon of polyploidy is a key challenge for plant and crop scientists.
A Practical Guide to the Histology of the Mouse provides a full-colour atlas of mouse histology. Mouse models of disease are used extensively in... Læs mere
The past few years have witnessed an upsurge in incidences relating to food safety issues, which are all attributed to different factors.
* Focuses on the ethical issues confronting food industry professionals * Introduces the general concepts of... Læs mere
Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the... Læs mere
The second edition of Plant Abiotic Stress examines the non-living environmental stressors that are detrimental to plants? abilities to thrive in their given environments. It... Læs mere
Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant breeding and genetics covering horticultural, agronomic and forestry crops, incorporating both traditional and... Læs mere
After a disaster strikes, the construction industry is often engaged in a range of critical activities: providing... Læs mere
Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the... Læs mere
Plant Cell Wall Patterning and Cell Shape is among the first books to take a holistic look at the cell wall?s complex role in plant growth and development. This... Læs mere
Part of the Society of Dairy Technology Series, this book deals with a commercially significant sector of dairy science. The book includes chapters on legislation,... Læs mere