Science : Biology

With the keen eyes of a scientist and the sensibilities of a seasoned writer, Dr. Robert Morris chronicles the fascinating and at times frightening story of our drinking water. His gripping narrative vividly recounts the epidemics that have shaken cities and nations, the scientists who reached into the invisible and emerged with controversial truths that would save millions of lives, and the economic and political forces that opposed these researchers in a ferocious war of ideas. In the gritty world of nineteenth-century England, amid the ravages of cholera, Morris introduces John Snow, the physician who proved that the deadly disease could be hidden in a drop of water. Decades later in the deserts of Africa, the story follows Louis Pasteur and Robert Koch as they raced to find the cause of cholera and a means to prevent its spread. In the twentieth century, burgeoning cities would subdue cholera and typhoid by bending rivers to their will, building massive filtration plants, and bubbling poisonous gas through their drinking water. However, with the arrival of the new millennium, the demon of waterborne disease is threatening to reemerge, and a growing body of research has linked the chlorine relied on for water treatment with cancer and stillbirths. In The Blue Death , Morris dispels notions of fail-safe water systems. Along the way he reveals some shocking truths: the millions of miles of leaking water mains, constantly evolving microorganisms, and the looming threat of bioterrorism, which may lead to catastrophe. Across time and around the world, this riveting account offers alarming information about the natural and man-made hazards present in the very water we drink. more...

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DNA microarrays have revolutionised molecular biology and are becoming a standard tool in the field. Written for those from both laboratory and bioinformatics backgrounds, this book is a comprehensive guide to all of the mathematics, statistics and computing necessary to successfully carry out and analyze DNA microarray experiments. more...

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Charles Darwin was an English naturalist, eminent as a collector and geologist, who proposed and provided scientific evidence that all species of life have evolved over time from common ancestors through the process of natural selection. Darwin’s discovery remains the foundation of biology, as it provides a unifying logical explanation for the diversity of life. This collection includes 17 most significant works complemented by author biography and contemporary analysis. These books are readable by a non-specialist. They attract widespread interest today as they did 150 years ago. Each booktable of contents linked to every chapter and section. Table of Contents. List of Works in Chronological Order. On the Origin of Species (1st edition, 1859). On the Origin of Species (2nd edition, 1860). On the Origin of Species (6th, most definitive edition, 1872). Contemporary Analysis of "On the Origin of Species". Charles Darwin Biography. About and Navigation. _________. List of Works in Chronological Order. Published works :: Autobiography :: Letters. Published works:. 1839: Journal and Remarks (The Voyage of the Beagle). 1842: The Structure and Distribution of Coral Reefs. 1844: Geological Observations of Volcanic Islands. 1846: Geological Observations on South America. 1859: On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life (1st edition). 1860: On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life (2nd edition). 1868: Variation of Plants and Animals Under Domestication. 1871: The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. 1872: On the Origin of Species (6th most definitive edition). 1872: The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals. 1875: Movement and Habits of Climbing Plants. 1875: Insectivorous Plants. 1876: The Effects of Cross and Self Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom. 1877: The Different Forms of Flowers on Pla more...

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Temple Grandin's Animals in Translation speaks in the clear voice of a woman who emerged from the other side of autism, bringing with her an extraordinary message about how animals think and feel.Temple's professional training as an animal scientist and her history as a person with autism have given her a perspective like that of no other expert in the field. Standing at the intersection of autism and animals, she offers unparalleled observations and groundbreaking ideas about both. more...

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Learn BIOCHEMISTRY without stressing out your brain CELLS. Trying to understand the chemical processes of living organisms but having trouble metabolizing the complex concepts? Here's your lifeline! Biochemistry Demystified helps synthesize your understanding of this important topic. You'll start with a review of basic chemical concepts and a look at cell structures and cell division. Next, you'll study carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, nucleotides, and enzymes. Glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and the control of chemical processes round out the coverage. Hundreds of examples and illustrations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter questions and a final exam help reinforce learning. This fast and easy guide offers: Numerous figures to illustrate key concepts; Details on DNA and RNA; Coverage of hormones and neurotransmitters; A chapter on analytical techniques and bioinformatics; A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work. Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Biochemistry Demystified is your key to mastering this vital life sciences subject. more...

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