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Interleukin-2 and Killer Cells in Cancer

Interleukin-2 and Killer Cells in Cancer

This is the first-and only-publication available which provides the most recent information in this particular field of biomedicine. Interleukin-2 (IL-2) and IL-2 activated killer cells have been shown to have a potential in the treatment of a variety of human malignant diseases. This work comprehensively summarizes basic aspects of IL-2 as well as its clinical application therefore making all these aspects easily accessible to the readers. Because of the clinical significance of this molecule in the treatment of cancer the basic and clinical investigations in the IL-2 field are rapidly expanding together with the interest of the scientific and medical community. This book is an excellent educational and teaching tool for scientists clinicians and students. Those who already have expertise in research in the IL-2 area will find this reference indispensible. | Interleukin-2 and Killer Cells in Cancer

GBP 145.00
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Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) often referred to as per- (and poly) fluorinated compounds (PFCs) have been used for years in many everyday¾ and some lifesaving¾ products. However their use has been linked to adverse health effects in humans a problem compounded by their persistence in the environment. This book discusses the various challenges of PFAS in our environment today including their historical use as well as their chemical and toxicological properties. It also presents robust discussion of analytical challenges and special considerations in sampling. The work goes on to give practical recommendations for dealing with these compounds in today's dynamic regulatory landscape and includes several chapters on various remediation techniques. Key Features: Comprehensive overview of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) historical use and chemical/physical properties which help us understand their persistence transport and transformation pathways in the environment In-depth analysis of PFAS toxicology Detailed descriptions of conventional and state-of-the-art remediation technologies Practical recommendations for dealing with PFAS in a dynamic regulatory landscape Robust discussion of important sampling and analytical considerations Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment: Theory Practice and Innovation explores the challenges across the topical areas of regulation and management toxicology environmental remediation and analytical sampling and analysis. Readers will find this text helpful in understanding complexities associated with PFAS and informing management strategies to effectively protect this and future generations. | Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

GBP 150.00
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LeanSpeak The Productivity Business Improvement Dictionary

LeanSpeak The Productivity Business Improvement Dictionary

This dictionary specific to lean business processes contains over 500 terms used in lean management and manufacturing. Easy to access accurate and comprehensive LeanSpeak will become the desktop tool of choice for lean manufacturing practitioners from the shop floor to the corner office. Here are some examples of entries in LeanSpeak:gemba: Japanese word of which the literal translation is the real place. In the manufacturing field gemba means the shop floor where the actual product is being made as contrasted to the office where support services are provided. lean: shorthand to refer to a lean manufacturing system of which the Toyota Production System is the foremost example that has relatively little non-value-adding waste and maximum flow. The term has been used pejoratively to refer to anti-labor practices intending to reduce the number of workers within a company and to strong-arm tactics with suppliers. takt time: the rate at which product must be turned out to satisfy market demand. It is determined by dividing the available production time by the rate of customer demand. For example if customers demand 240 widgets per day and the factory operates 480 minutes per day takt time is two minutes. If customers want two new products designed per month takt time is two weeks. It is a calculated number not a reflection of your capability. It sets the pace of production to match the rate of customer demand. Also available as an ebook in Microsoft Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader or Palm Reader formats. | LeanSpeak The Productivity Business Improvement Dictionary

GBP 170.00
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Effectiveness of Surge Flow Irrigation in Egypt Water Use Efficiency in Field Crop Production

Effectiveness of Surge Flow Irrigation in Egypt Water Use Efficiency in Field Crop Production

Egypt is a country of tremendous land resources but limited water resources The area of cultivated land is only 3. 2 per cent of the gross area. The river Nile is the main sources of water. In the recent years the Governement established large-scale agricultural projects in light of food security related to the population growth. Expansion of irrigated agriculture has to be predomantly relalized bt increasing the water use efficiency. In Egypt the dominant irrigation method is surface irrigation which covers approximately 83 per cent of the irrigated areas. Surface irrigation or gravity methods are generally characterized by a low efficiency. One opportunity to increase the efficiency is to convert surface irrigation to modern irrigation systems which are generaly highly expensive for a country like Egypt. Another option to increase the efficiency of surface irrigation systems is to convert the traditional irrigation method based on continuous flow to surge flow irrigation. Surge flow irrigation is the intermittent application of water to furrows in a series of relatively short on and off time periods. | Effectiveness of Surge Flow Irrigation in Egypt Water Use Efficiency in Field Crop Production

GBP 175.00
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Dams for Hydroelectric Energy Barrages pour l’Énergie Hydroélectrique

Dams for Hydroelectric Energy Barrages pour l’Énergie Hydroélectrique

The Bulletin is intended as a general document aimed at a wide technical audience involved with or affected by hydropower. Basic background data and some statistics are presented with specific reference to hydro-electricity production hydropower dams hydropower plants in operation or under construction. Key aspects of hydropower are discussed. Data are presented about typical capital and both internal and external operating costs. Environmental and social impacts are discussed and reference is made to the impact reservoirs have on greenhouse gas emissions. A section is dedicated to the exploitation of tidal energy by means of barrage systems. The current extent of hydropower development and the influence of policies aimed to favour the development of renewable energies are also discussed. Reference sources of information on hydropower in general and interesting case-histories are provided. Le Bulletin se veut un document général destiné à un large public technique impliqué ou affecté par l'hydroélectricité. Des données de base et quelques statistiques sont présentées avec une référence spécifique à la production hydroélectrique aux barrages hydroélectriques aux centrales hydroélectriques en fonctionnement ou en construction. Les principaux aspects de l'hydroélectricité sont discutés. Les données sont présentées sur le capital type et les coûts de fonctionnement internes et externes. Les impacts environnementaux et sociaux sont discutés et il est fait référence à l'impact des réservoirs sur les émissions de gaz à effet de serre. Une section est dédiée à l'exploitation de l'énergie marémotrice au moyen de systèmes de barrage. L'ampleur actuelle du développement hydroélectrique et l'influence des politiques visant à favoriser le développement des énergies renouvelables sont également abordées. Des sources d'information de référence sur l'hydroélectricité en général et des études de cas intéressantes sont fournies. | Dams for Hydroelectric Energy Barrages pour l’Énergie Hydroélectrique

GBP 89.99
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Treatment of Industrial Effluents Case Studies

Treatment of Industrial Effluents Case Studies

To address the issue of discharge of untreated industrial effluent in the water body causing pollution adoption of cleaner production technologies and waste minimization initiatives are being encouraged. The book explains each related technology elaborately and critically analyses the same from practical application point of view. In-depth characterization environmental and health effects and treatment of various industrial effluents are discussed with case studies. Limitations challenges and remedial actions to be taken are included at the end of each chapter. Chapters are arranged as per specific type of effluents from various industries like textile tannery/leather plant and oil refinery. | Treatment of Industrial Effluents Case Studies

GBP 170.00
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Seamanship Techniques Shipboard and Marine Operations

Seamanship Techniques Shipboard and Marine Operations

Ideal for Merchant Navy Officers from Cadet rank to Master Mariner the fifth edition of this highly respected book is in full colour and has been updated to include more information on topics as diverse as electronic navigation and AIS technology whilst still including essential information on subjects such as safety at sea rescue operations watchkeeping duties and pollution control. It covers international standards and works well on courses throughout the world. Seamanship Techniques is written for serving mariners and nautical students from cadet to master level studying for professional marine qualifications under the International Maritime Organization as per STCW requirements. Used by training establishments around the world this best seller is the only reference to both shipboard practice and ship operations that seafarers will need. | Seamanship Techniques Shipboard and Marine Operations

GBP 130.00
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Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics

Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics

Building on the success of previous editions the 4th edition of ‘Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics’ provides a comprehensive and up to date introduction to the field. The new edition places the subject matter into a system context using a human-machine model to structure the chapters and a knowledge application model to structure the organisation of material in each chapter. Every chapter covers: Core Concepts Basic Applications Tools and Processes and System Integration issues regardless of topic. Includes over 200 exercises and essays (at least ten per chapter). An Instructor’s Manual A Guide to Tutorials and Seminars and and over 500 powerpoint slides are available for academic users from the publisher. All chapters contain ‘HFE Workshop’ sections with practical guidance and worked examples. Please see the TOC for more information.

GBP 94.99
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Supreme Decisions Volume 2 Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact Volume Two: Since 1896

Supreme Decisions Volume 2 Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact Volume Two: Since 1896

Supreme Decisions: Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact covers twenty-four Supreme Court cases (twelve per volume) that have shaped American constitutional law. Interpretive chapters shed light on the nuances of each case the individuals involved and the social political and cultural context at that particular moment in history. Discussing cases from nearly every decade in a two-hundred-year span Melvin I. Urofsky expounds on the political climate of the United States from the country's infancy through the new millennium. Featuring Marbury v. Madison Dred Scott v. Sandford Miranda v. Arizona Brown v. Board of Education and many more this text covers foundational rulings and more recent decisions. Written with students in mind Melvin I. Urofsky's voice offers compelling and fascinating accounts of American legal milestones. | Supreme Decisions Volume 2 Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact Volume Two: Since 1896

GBP 130.00
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Supreme Decisions Combined Volume Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact

Supreme Decisions Combined Volume Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact

Supreme Decisions: Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact Volumes 1 and 2 covers twenty-four Supreme Court cases (twelve per volume) that have shaped American constitutional law. Interpretive chapters shed light on the nuances of each case the individuals involved and the social political and cultural context at that particular moment in history. Discussing cases from nearly every decade in a two-hundred-year span Melvin I. Urofsky expounds on the political climate of the United States from the country's infancy through the new millennium. Featuring Marbury v. Madison Dred Scott v. Sandford Miranda v. Arizona Brown v. Board of Education and many more this text covers foundational rulings and more recent decisions. Written with students in mind Melvin I. Urofsky's voice offers compelling and fascinating accounts of American legal milestones. | Supreme Decisions Combined Volume Great Constitutional Cases and Their Impact

GBP 130.00
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Greenhouse Technology Principle and Practices

Greenhouse Technology Principle and Practices

This book is for people who are working on or are interested in the subject of 'Greenhouse Technology' or in dealing with subjects related to crop science. The book explains the reason to go for greenhouse technology its history and present scenario of greenhouse cultivation. Planning designing cost involved and all that is involved in setting up an efficient greenhouse system as per different climatic conditions find place in this book. Innovative technology of 'Bamboo Greenhouse Technology with information on control mechanisms required for different climatic components are also discussed in depth. This book targets researchers extension workers and individual entrepreneurs to provide a clear and handy idea about greenhouse technology. Note: T& F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. This title is co-published with New India Publishing Agency. | Greenhouse Technology Principle and Practices

GBP 150.00
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Women in Agriculture Breaking the Grass Ceiling

Women in Agriculture Breaking the Grass Ceiling

The lives of women in rural India cannot be visualized without agriculture and allied activities. As per census 2011 figures four out of five women workers in rural India work as agriculture workers as owner cultivators or as wage workers. This research monograph is about women farmers—women who are engaged primarily in the cultivation of vegetables and fruits and predominantly belong to small and marginal land holdings households. It is the outcome of a baseline survey done in the year 2010-11 in three districts of Uttar Pradesh as part of an action intervention project. Based on the survey findings it discusses the structural and other factors that promote and perpetuate gender inequality and prevent women from realizing their full potential as farmers; presents the struggles positive experiences and practices; explores possible interventions at different levels for different stakeholders; and suggests a framework keeping the women's agency/empowerment at center stage while simultaneously enhancing their wellbeing. | Women in Agriculture Breaking the Grass Ceiling

GBP 130.00
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Electrical Power Systems Technology

Electrical Power Systems Technology

Electrical Power Systems Technology Fourth Edition covers a wide range of technologies and systems used in the generation distribution control conversion and measurement of electrical power. This reference book provides a foundational overview presented in a basic easy-to-understand manner. The content is organized in a logical pedagogical style using five basic power system components – Measurement Generation Distribution Control and Conversion. Each of these basic systems is broken down into sub-systems equipment and components that are explored in greater detail in each of the 18 chapters. Simplified mathematical concepts are described with practical applications to assist in fundamental understanding. Abundant illustrations (almost one per page) are used to add visual information to supplement technical knowledge development. The fourth edition has been edited to provide improved information and clarity including many new illustrations. An additional chapter – Chapter 18 – Evolving Power System Technologies and Considerations – has been added to describe issues related to power system operation.

GBP 130.00
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Advances in Materials Science and Engineering Proceedings of the 7th Annual International Workshop on Materials Science and Engineering (IW

Advances in Materials Science and Engineering Proceedings of the 7th Annual International Workshop on Materials Science and Engineering (IW

This volume contains the selected papers resulting from the 7th Annual International Workshop on Materials Science and Engineering and is focusing on the following six aspects: 1. Various Materials Properties Processing and Manufactures; 2. Multifunctional Materials Properties Processing and Manufactures; 3. Nanomaterials and Biomaterials; 4. Civil Materials and Sustainable Environment; 5. Electrochemical Valuation Fracture Resistance and Assessment; 6. Designs Related to Materials Science and Engineering. This proceeding presents and discusses key concepts and analyzes the state-of-the-art of the field. IWMSE 2021 is an academic conference in a series held once per year. The conference not only provides insights on materials science and engineering but also affords conduit for future research in these fields. It provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration. | Advances in Materials Science and Engineering Proceedings of the 7th Annual International Workshop on Materials Science and Engineering (IW

GBP 145.00
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Spon's First Stage Estimating Handbook

Spon's First Stage Estimating Handbook

Have you ever had to provide accurate costs for a new supermarket or a pub just an idea. a ballpark figure. ? The earlier a pricing decision has to be made the more difficult it is to estimate the cost and the more likely the design and the specs are to change. And yet a rough-and-ready estimate is more likely to get set in stone. Spon's First Stage Estimating Handbook is the only comprehensive and reliable source of first stage estimating costs. Covering the whole spectrum of building costs and a wide range of related MandE work and landscaping work vital cost data is presented as: costs per square metre elemental cost analyses principal rates composite rates. Compact and clear Spon's First Stage Estimating Handbook is ideal for those key early meetings with clients. And with additional sections on whole life costing and general information this is an essential reference for all construction professionals and clients making early judgements on the viability of new projects.

GBP 175.00
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Convergence of IoT Blockchain and Computational Intelligence in Smart Cities

Convergence of IoT Blockchain and Computational Intelligence in Smart Cities

This edited book presents an insight for modelling procuring and building the smart city plan using the Internet of Things (IoT) and a security framework using blockchain technology. The applications of Li-Fi and 5G in smart cities are included along with their implementation challenges and advantages. This book focuses on the use of IoT and blockchain in the day-to-day transparent and recorded activities of citizens of smart cities like smart citizen management. The future for upgrading the system as per technological advancements is also discussed. This book: integrates IoT blockchain Li-Fi and 5G in smart city implementation covers smart supply chain management using IoT outlines the state-of-the-art and sustainable implementation of smart cities and practical challenges includes sustainable development of smart cities presents detailed explanation of case studies of smart cities of developed countries and developing countries and their comparisons This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in Artificial Intelligence Urban Planning and Information Technology Systems and Management. | Convergence of IoT Blockchain and Computational Intelligence in Smart Cities

GBP 100.00
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Professional Writing Guide Writing well and knowing why

Professional Writing Guide Writing well and knowing why

The Professional Writing Guide is for people who wish to improve the quality of their documents and the efficiency of their writing. Busy executives and other writers in organisations who may spend between 30 and 80 per cent of their working time writing will find it invaluable because it clearly outlines the principles that underlie effective documents. This book will enable executives to write confidently competently and persuasively. High quality output is crucial to a company's image and to a professional's own career advancement. Errors in a document can prove expensive. The Professional Writing Guide is an indispensable and accessible reference tool as well as a comprehensive style manual for writers who wish to avoid those expensive mistakes and make a positive impression. Written by two long-term professional writing educators with extensive experience of consulting to Australian business and industry this lively and highly practical book features workable reliable and powerful strategies that can be used to systematically eliminate the writing problems of organisational writers. | Professional Writing Guide Writing well and knowing why

GBP 130.00
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Forever Chemicals Environmental Economic and Social Equity Concerns with PFAS in the Environment

Forever Chemicals Environmental Economic and Social Equity Concerns with PFAS in the Environment

Forever Chemicals: Environmental Economic and Social Equity Concerns with PFAS in the Environment provides the reader with an understanding of the complex and interwoven issues associated with per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) in our environment. The chapters provide in-depth perspective into various issues including health regulation detection clean-up strategies and technologies and more. Taken together or as the reader’s interests lead them the variety of topics covered in the book present a balanced perspective on this complex topic. It will address the current state of PFAS and where indicators are pointing for future developments. The book is also a deeper investigation of the regulatory challenges analytical hurdles and toxicological progress to date for the suite of PFAS chemicals. Features Explains the trends that will affect future policy and regulatory decisions Looks holistically at 4000+ PFAS chemicals Includes PFAS risk assessments at contaminated sites and biomonitoring insights Provides in-depth discussions on remediation technologies Illustrates quality and diversified content Provides a balanced perspective on this complex topic | Forever Chemicals Environmental Economic and Social Equity Concerns with PFAS in the Environment

GBP 105.00
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Economics of Public and Private Healthcare and Health Insurance in India

Economics of Public and Private Healthcare and Health Insurance in India

This book critically examines the public and private healthcare systems in India. Analysing the current scenario of health insurance in India it studies the inadequacy of public healthcare services and unaffordability of private health care facilities. The volume investigates government sponsored health insurance schemes and advocates for the need of universal health insurance coverage. It details India’s per capita health expenditure and provides policy inputs on how healthcare systems and insurance coverage can be improved in the country. Further it explores the financial parameters of health insurers and standalone private health insurance companies and also discusses the adverse impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Indian healthcare. An insightful read on the state of healthcare in India this book will be of interest to researchers and academics working in the fields of insurance healthcare administration and management public health policy and practice health and social care medical sociology and sociology & social policy. It will also be useful for think tanks and policy makers. | Economics of Public and Private Healthcare and Health Insurance in India

GBP 130.00
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Flight Dynamics Simulation and Control For Rigid and Flexible Aircraft

Flight Dynamics Simulation and Control For Rigid and Flexible Aircraft

Flight Dynamics Simulation and Control of Aircraft: For Rigid and Flexible Aircraft explains the basics of non-linear aircraft dynamics and the principles of control-configured aircraft design as applied to rigid and flexible aircraft drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Addressing the details of dynamic modeling simulation and control in a selection of aircraft the book explores key concepts associated with control-configured elastic aircraft. It also covers the conventional dynamics of rigid aircraft and examines the use of linear and non-linear model-based techniques and their applications to flight control. This second edition features a new chapter on the dynamics and control principles of drones and UAVs aiding in the design of newer aircraft with a combination of propulsive and aerodynamic control surfaces. In addition the book includes new sections approximately 20 problems per chapter examples simulator exercises and case studies to enhance and reinforce student understanding. The book is intended for senior undergraduate and graduate mechanical and aerospace engineering students taking Flight Dynamics and Flight Control courses. Instructors will be able to utilize an updated Solutions Manual and figure slides for their course. | Flight Dynamics Simulation and Control For Rigid and Flexible Aircraft

GBP 120.00
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Emerging Contaminants Handbook

Emerging Contaminants Handbook

The term emerging contaminants and its multiple variants has come to refer to unregulated compounds discovered in the environment that are also found to represent a potential threat to human and ecological receptors. Such contaminants create unique and considerable challenges as the push to address them typically outpaces the understanding of their toxicity their need for regulation their occurrence and techniques for treating the environmental media they affect. With these challenges in mind this handbook serves as a primer regarding the topic of emerging contaminants with current and practical information to help support the goal of protection where they are encountered. Features Explores the definition identification and life cycle of emerging contaminants. Reviews current information on sources toxicology regulation and new tools for characterization and treatment of: 1 4-Dioxane (mature in its emerging contaminant life cycle) Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs; a newer group of emerging contaminant) Hexavalent chromium (former emerging contaminant with evolving science) 1 2 3-Trichloropropane (progressing in its emerging contaminant life cycle) Provides thoughts on opportunities in managing emerging contaminants to help balance uncertainty compress life cycle and optimize outcomes. | Emerging Contaminants Handbook

GBP 115.00
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Handbook of Irrigation Hydrology and Management Irrigation Fundamentals

Handbook of Irrigation Hydrology and Management Irrigation Fundamentals

Ever-increasing population growth has caused a proportional increased demand for water and existing water sources are depleting day by day. Moreover with the impact of climate change the rates of rainfall in many regions have experienced a higher degree of variability. In many cities government utilities have been struggling to maintain sufficient water for the residents and other users. The Handbook of Irrigation Hydrology and Management examines and analyzes irrigated ecosystems in which water storage applications or drainage volumes are artificially controlled in the landscape and the spatial domain of processes varies from micrometers to tens of kilometers while the temporal domain spans from seconds to centuries. The continuum science of irrigation hydrology includes the surface subsurface (unsaturated and groundwater systems) atmospheric and plant subsystems. Further the book includes coverage of environmental and economic impacts water quality issues water harvesting satellite measurements for irrigation and more. Features: Offers water-saving strategies to increase the judicious use of scarce water resources Presents strategies to maximize agricultural yield per unit of water used for different regions Compares irrigation methods to offset changing weather patterns and impacts of climate change | Handbook of Irrigation Hydrology and Management Irrigation Fundamentals

GBP 140.00
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Design Operation and Control of Insect-Rearing Systems Science Technology and Infrastructure

Design Operation and Control of Insect-Rearing Systems Science Technology and Infrastructure

Design Operation and Control of Insect-Rearing Systems: Science Technology and Infrastructure explains the fundamental components of insect rearing: 1) the rearing systems per se 2) personnel 3) education of rearing personnel 4) communication of procedures 5) an in-depth look at silkworm rearing 5) facilities where rearing is conducted and 6) funding for all these components. Insect rearing serves a wide array of purposes including research pest control by sterile insect technique and biological control production of insects as food for other animals conservation education and even far-reaching technology where insects are used to produce products such as pharmaceutical materials and strong multipurpose textiles. This book surveys and analyzes insect rearing from a scientific and technology-based approach. At its foundation this approach assumes that rearing systems are complex interactions of components that can be understood and controlled by using a mechanistic approach. Author Allen Carson Cohen explains the infrastructure of rearing systems their current status and character and what kind of changes can be made to improve the field of insect rearing. Two Appendices republish out-of-print monographs that provide fascinating historical context to the development of the insect-rearing systems we have today. | Design Operation and Control of Insect-Rearing Systems Science Technology and Infrastructure

GBP 170.00
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Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom

Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom

First published in 1980 Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom assesses the performance of primary schoolchildren in a range of study skills as well as on the more conventional tests of mathematics language use and reading. The findings indicate that the more successful styles are used by the more experienced teachers who manage to increase the amount of contact with the pupils by a variety of organizational strategies. While pupils who receive the greatest amount of class teaching do best on mathematics there is no evidence to suggest that the characteristics of teaching valued by critics of modern primary practice exert any significant influence on pupil progress. The relationship between pupil progress and behaviour shows some remarkable patterns. For example it was found that children who work on average one day per week less than other children still make the same progress in basic skills as the others. Such findings suggest that there is a need to examine how far teaching in the junior school is sufficiently stimulating and challenging while at the same time acknowledging the difficulties of improving the situation while class sizes remain relatively high. This book will be of interest to students of education and pedagogy as well as to teachers.

GBP 90.00
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Understanding Chinese and Western Cultures

Understanding Chinese and Western Cultures

The title is a collection of essays centering on the topic of intercultural communication between Chinese and Western cultures by Tang Yijie one of the most renowned philosophy scholars in China. Comprised of five parts the author discusses how Chinese culture should modernize itself through borrowing from Western culture premised on a self-awareness of Chinese culture per se. The book begins by critiquing theories of the so-called clash of civilizations and new empires and argues for the coexistence of cultures and a global consciousness instead. Chapters in the second part revisit contemporary Chinese culture in transition and call for the cultural integration of China and the West with China defined in both its ancient and modern guises. By providing reflections on the cultural trends of the 1980s and 1990s the third part illustrates the inevitable growth of diversified cultural development while analyzing cases of cultural dialogue in history philosophy and religion. The fourth part demonstrates the significance of culture diversity and interaction while the fifth provides thoughts and reflections on some real-life cultural issues. This title will appeal to all levels of readers interested in Chinese culture cross-cultural studies and topics of cultural pluralism. | Understanding Chinese and Western Cultures

GBP 170.00
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