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This book presents the most recent mathematical approaches to the growing research area of networks, oscillations, and collective motions in the context of biological systems. Bringing together the results of multiple studies of different biological systems, this book...
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Springer
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2015-03-18
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This book provides detailed information on the emerging applications of nanomaterials and nanoparticles within endodontics, highlighting the exciting potential clinical impact of nanotechnology in the field. The range of applications covered is diverse, encompassing...
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Springer
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2015-03-18
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The use of isoconversional kinetic methods for analysis of thermogravimetric and calorimetric data on thermally stimulated processes is quickly growing in popularity.The purpose of this book is to create the first comprehensive resource on the theory and applications of...
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Springer
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2015-03-18
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A step-by-step guide for students (and faculty) on the use of Aspen in teaching thermodynamics • Easily-accessible modern computational techniques opening up new vistas in teaching thermodynamicsA range of applications of Aspen Plus in the prediction and calculation of...
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Wiley-AIChE
Parution :
2015-03-18
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PlantOmics: The Omics of Plant Science provides a comprehensive account of the latest trends and developments of omics technologies or approaches and their applications in plant science. Thirty chapters written by 90 experts from 15 countries are included in this...
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Springer
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2015-03-18
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Wie hat sich über die Jahrhunderte hinweg das Verhältnis der Medizin zum Tod und zum Sterben verändert? Daniel Schäfer zeichnet die spannende Geschichte einer langen Annäherung nach. Sein Buch ist im Kern medizinhistorisch, entfaltet aber mit vielfältigen Bezügen zu...
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Springer Spektrum
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2015-03-18
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Veteran clinicians offer a unique framework for understanding the psychological origins of behaviors typical of Alzheimer's and other dementias, and for providing appropriate care for patients as they decline. Guidelines are rooted in the theory of retrogenesis in...
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Springer
Parution :
2015-03-18
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This book examines one of the most important demographic changes facing the United States: an overall aging population and the increasing influence of Latinos. It also looks at the changing demographics in Mexico and its impact on the health and financial well-being of...
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Springer
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2015-03-18
ePub
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To facilitate a deeper understanding of tensegrity structures, this book focuses on their two key design problems: self-equilibrium analysis and stability investigation. In particular, high symmetry properties of the structures are extensively utilized. Conditions for...
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Springer
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2015-03-17
ePub
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Mercury (Hg) is one of the most toxic heavy metals, harmful to both the environment and human health. Hg is released into the atmosphere from natural and anthropogenic sources and its emission control has caused much concern. This book introduces readers to Hg pollution...
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Springer
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2015-03-17
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This book presents the state-of-the-art knowledge on bamboo. It starts with an introduction to the plant’s biology, its taxonomy, habitat, morphology and growth. The cultivation of bamboo is discussed in terms of silviculture, pests and diseases, and harvesting...
Editeur :
Springer
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2015-03-17
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This book discusses ways of increasing production/unit area by making full use of the soil and water under the harsh climatic conditions of semiarid areas.This leads to improved sustainability, increased availability of fresh produce, which is vital for human health and...
Editeur :
Springer
Parution :
2015-03-16
ePub
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It is well known that the impacts of climate change are tangible and hence there can be no debate about the need for appropriate adaptation measures, on a priority basis. However, it is equally important to recognize the fact that adaptation measures actually represent...
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Springer
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2015-03-16
ePub
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Von den Anfängen naturwissenschaftlichen Denkens in der Antike über das Mikroskop bis zur synthetischen Biologie.Mikroorganismen leisten einen wesentlichen Beitrag zum Kreislauf der Stoffe in der Natur. Sie haben die Voraussetzung für das Leben der höheren Organismen...
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Springer Spektrum
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2015-03-16
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During the second half of the 20th century, the introduction of a variety of new techniques greatly expanded our knowledge of the structure of nerve and neuroglial cells and of the organization of the nervous system at the cellular level. This new information has,...
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Springer
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2015-03-16
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Historically, the scientific method has been said to require proposing a theory, making a prediction of something not already known, testing the prediction, and giving up the theory (or substantially changing it) if it fails the test. A theory that leads to several...
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Oxford University Press
Parution :
2015-03-16
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This books analyzes different approaches to modeling earthquake-induced structural pounding and shows the results of the studies on collisions between buildings and between bridge segments during ground motions. Aspects related to the mitigation of pounding effects as...
Editeur :
Springer
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2015-03-14
ePub
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The work reported in this book represents an excellent example of how creative experimentation and technology development, complemented by computational data analysis, can yield important insights that further our understanding of biological entities from a systems...
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Springer
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2015-03-14
ePub
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Introduces the concept of combined cycles for next generation nuclear power plants, explaining how recent advances in gas turbines have made these systems increasingly desirable for efficiency gains and cost-of-ownership reduction. Promulgates modelling and analysis...
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Springer
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2015-03-14
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How do we forget? Why do we need to forget? This book intends to answer to these and other questions. It aims to demonstrate that each one is who it is due to their own memories. Thus, distinguish between the information we should keep from those we should forget is an...
Editeur :
Springer
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2015-03-14
ePub
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