Air Spora: A Manual for Catching and Identifying Airborne Biological Particles

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The Air Spora is an illustrated guide to trapping, identifying and quantifying airborne biological particles such as fungus and plant spores and pollen. This book will be of use to anyone interested in aerobiology or studying applied aspects such as dispersal and effect of allergens, or human, animal and plant pathogens. Including a comprehensive review of what is in the air and detailing the historical development of theories leading to modern aerobiology, the book explains the fundamental processes behind airborne dispersal and techniques used to sample, identify and quantify biological particles. Methods are explained in a step-by-step guide for the use of standard air sampling devices. Although formats applicable to modern molecular and immunological techniques are described, the emphasis of the book is on simple visual identification of particles in air samples using traditional microscopy. Consequently a chapter on setting-up and using a light microscope is included, although experienced researchers can skip to chapters showing photographs of examples of the Air Spora and nine colour plates of paintings of airborne particles at a magnification of x1000.

"I recommend this book to those actively running or thinking of running a pollen and spore trapping program. It will also be of value to doctors, allergists, and those teaching the basics of palynology, wishing to include a lecture or two on air spora."

David M. Jarzen, Florida Museum of Natural History

In: The Newsletter of the American Association Of Stratigraphic Palynologists, 2007 40:2

Molecular Biology of the Fission Yeast(Cell Biology Series) (Cell Biology)

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Molecular Biology of the Fission Yeast(Cell Biology Series) (Cell Biology)

Manufacturer: Harcourt Brace
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ASIN: 0125140851

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This highly researched yeast, which represents a system used by cell biologists, geneticists and molecular biologists, has been given only minimal coverage in the literature. Its properties make it an excellent organism for DNA and related biotechnology reseach. This book, which is the first attempt to collate existing information in one source, will be an invaluable aid to those initiating projects with this organism.

Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers (Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society of Europe)

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Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers (Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society of Europe)
Berit S., Ed. Paulsen
Manufacturer: Kluwer Academic Publishers
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ASIN: 0792361199

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Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers is probably the first book dealing with the latest in the field of polysaccharides and related products and their biological activities, especially the immunological effects. The different chapters describe the structure and bioactivity of polysaccharides from plants used in traditional medicine in different parts of the world, especially China, Japan and Europe. The focus of the book is on immunologically active plant and seaweed polysaccharides, pharmacological activities of sulphated polysaccharides of animal and seaweed origin, and on possible activities of polysaccharides in our food. Methods for isolation and characterisation of the polymers with chemical and enzymatic methods is covered, as well as discussions on the different biological test-systems and the information they provide. This book will be useful to scientists and postgraduate students working with polysaccharides and their possible uses, and should be of interest for people working in the areas of chemistry, biology, pharmacy and medicine.

Defence Mechanisms (Biotechnology By Open Learning)

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Defence Mechanisms (Biotechnology By Open Learning)
BIOTOL , B C Currell , and R C E Dam-Mieras
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Gives a description of the strategies for survival of an extensive range of organisms. The defence mechanisms of micro-organisms, plants, invertebrates and vertebrates are described. The text predominantly focusses on the cellular and molecular
mechanisms used by organisms to protect themselves against biotic and abiotic stresses.

The need for a cost effective training scheme for new and existing staff at all levels has been met by the University of Greenwich (formerly Thames Polytechnic) and the Open University of the Netherlands. As part of the Community Education and
Technology Training initiative (COMETT) and in conjunction with a number of UK and european universities, they have developed BIOTOL, a training scheme in biotechnology using open learning material which will provide tailor-made courses, flexible in context, pace and place.

Defense Molecules (DISCONTINUED (UCLA Symposium on Molecular and Cellular Biology))

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Defense Molecules (DISCONTINUED (UCLA Symposium on Molecular and Cellular Biology))
JOHN, ED. MARCHALONIS
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Erythrocyte Engineering for Drug Delivery and Targeting (Biotechnology Intelligence Unit)

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Erythrocyte Engineering for Drug Delivery and Targeting (Biotechnology Intelligence Unit)
Mauro Magnani
Manufacturer: Kluwer Academic
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Functional Foods for Disease Prevention II: Medicinal Plants and Other Foods (Acs Symposium Series)

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Functional Foods for Disease Prevention II: Medicinal Plants and Other Foods (Acs Symposium Series)

Manufacturer: An American Chemical Society Publication
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The second of two volumes on the role of functional foods in the prevention of various human diseases, this book focuses on the role medicinal plants, seafood, and processed food play in prevention. The book contains the latest scientific research and the impact of this research on policy and regulation of functional foods.

Gene Silencing In Higher Plants And Related Phenomena In Other Eukaryotes (Current Topics in Microbiology & Immunology)

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Gene Silencing In Higher Plants And Related Phenomena In Other Eukaryotes (Current Topics in Microbiology & Immunology)
P.,ED. MEYER
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Hyphomycetes: Taxonomy and Biology
C. V. Subramanian
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Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food Safety

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Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food Safety
P. Narayanasamy
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ASIN: 1560222867

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The temples of Abu Simbel have fascinated travelers since they became known to the Western world in the nineteenth century. And since the 1960s when the rising waters created by the Aswan High Dam threatened to engulf the site, visitors' imaginations have been captivated by the elaborate international rescue operation, described by the author as ''a great moment that no one will ever forget: the most advanced technology of the twentieth century was used to save one of the most amazing achievements of a civilization that preceeded it by 3,300 years.''
Prepared by one of the world's best-known Egyptologists, Dr. Zahi Hawass, this lavishly illustrated book is the ideal companion on a visit to the unique monuments of Abu Simbel.

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A Must-Have book for amateur Egyptologists !.......2006-08-04

..... The world's top Egyptologist takes you to the most exciting temple in Egypt !!
..... Ever since my first trip to Egypt in 1985, Abu Simbal has been my favorite place. The huge temples carved out of the mountainside, (which were moved when the Aswan High Dam was built), are incredable works of art and architecture.
..... This book aptly illustrates the beauty of the 60 - foot states of Rameses the Great, and his beloved wife, Nefertari...and Dr. Zahi Hawass brings to life the stories depicted in the carvings inside the temples.
..... There are also the photos of the 4 statues in the sanctuary of the larger temple, which are illuminated by the rising sun twice a year....... Dr. Hawass, the Director of the Egyptian Antiquities Department, brilliantly captures the wonder of this event in this book.
..... If you can't get to Egypt, and Abu Simbal, in person, this book is the next best thing.

Mysteries of Abu Simbel.......2006-02-20

The book by Zahi Hawass has a lot of information packed into it which I was surprised for such a small (88 pgs) book. It covers the history of Seti I- Rameses II dynasty, the UNESCO project to protect the Nubian monuments in the 1960s. The Aswan High Dam, the temples given away and where they are today. What was moved - to where. Even the Nubian Museum which opened about 10 years ago. Many books were written on this topic before the work was done, it is good to find one that elaborates exactly what WAS done as opposed to advancing theories. Excellent book.

useful guide.......2002-05-08

This book is an introduction about Nubia, the region where Abu Simbel is located. The author describes and discusses the High Dam and the Unesco campaign to save the temples; he provides details concerning the Sound And Light project. He then provides a brief summary of Ramses II's life and family. Various sections of Nubian temples are briefly described. Hawass also discusses the architecture of two beautiful rock-cut temples, and examines scenes covering walls. Maps, plans, illustrations and color photographs complete this useful and enjoyable guide, recommended for everyone.

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