The first substantive, critical review of temporary urban uses, Transience and Permanence in Urban Development is essential reading for academics, policy makers, practitioners and students of cities worldwide.
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Historically, the conservation of forests and wildlife has focused on the creation of national parks and... Læs mere
Translational research looks to take the latest innovations made in the laboratory setting to translate findings into effective and sustainable medical interventions and improved preventative measures.
Sets out a practical programme of action to improve urban design Guidance from someone with coalface experience Clear, accessible and highly illustrated with colour plates Focuses on the reality of local planning, especially development control procedures.
The Genomics Applications in Crop Improvement two volume set brings together a diverse field of international experts in plant breeding genomics to share their experiences in the field, from success stories to lessons learnt.
Immunology has rapidly evolved as a field, in particular, by moving beyond merely understanding the basic mechanisms of the immune system to developing diagnostic and clinical applications.
Provides a summary of the key issues in the discipline of tropical ecology Includes contributions from some of the world's leading tropical ecologists Covers... Læs mere
Provides an introduction to this world of microbes. As well as looking at a selection of infectious diseases, including how they are prevented and... Læs mere
Presents a variety of scanning and transmission electron microscope images of the major systems of the human body. This book looks at the structure and function of tissues at the subcellular and molecular level, an important perspective in understanding and combating diseases.
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