The Hierarchical Genome and Differentiation Waves: Novel Unification of Development, Genetics and Evolution (Series on Mathematical Biology and Medicine

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Over the past few decades numerous scientists have called for a unification of the fields of embryo development, genetics, and evolution. Each field has glaring holes in its ability to explain the fundamental phenomena of life. In this book, the author shows how the phenomenon of cell differentiation, considered in its temporal and spatial aspects during embryogenesis, provides a starting point for a unified theory of multicellular organisms (plants, fungi and animals), including their evolution and genetics. This unification is based on the recent discovery of differentiation waves by the author and his colleagues, described in the appendices, and illustrated by a flip movie prepared by a medical artist. To help the reader through the many fields covered, a glossary is included.

This book will be of great value to the researcher and practicing doctors/scientists alike. The research students will receive an in-depth tutorial on the topics covered. The seasoned researcher will appreciate the applications and the gold mine of other possibilities for novel research topics.

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Written for polymer chemists and chemical engineers, this book focuses on advances in the principal industrial approaches to the preparation of membranes, the formation of thin film composite membranes, and asymmetric membranes.

Plasma Surface Modification and Plasma Polymerization

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Plasma Surface Modification and Plasma Polymerization
Norihiro Inagaki
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ASIN: 1566763371

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In current materials R&D, high priority is given to surface modification techniques to achieve improved surface properties for specific applications requirements. Plasma treatment and polymerization are important technologies for this purpose. This book provides a basic and thorough presentation of this subject. This is probably the first book to cover plasma treatment and polymerization for the purpose of surface modification. Chemistry, processes and applications are detailed. More than 150 figures include numerous schematics which illustrate the chemistry and processes. More than 100 tables and graphics provide useful reference data in convenient form.

Polymer Surface Modification and Characterization

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Polymer Surface Modification and Characterization
Chi-Ming Chan
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ASIN: 1569901589

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An excellent, well written and comprehensive book.......1999-11-02

One of my main areas of research is polymer surface characterization and surface treatment. As Project Area Manager for Polymeric Materials at the Institute for Surface Chemistry in Stockholm, it was my job to be familiar with the literature in this area. During that period I read many books and this was one of my very favorites.

The book is well presented and easy to follow. It manages to present the subject in a comprehensive and interesting manner with just the right level of detail. The major characterization methods such as (ESCA (XPS) and SIMS are described as well as an unusually good coverage of the tricky subject of contact angle measurement. Similarly, the methods for modifying polymers such as corona, flame and plasma treatments, plus surface grafting are all covered in a clear manner. The author is obviously an expert on this subject. One particularly useful aspect was that the author considers the industrial aspects of the treatment methods. He mentions topics such as treatment and equipment cost, reproducibility and compares the relative merits of different treatment methods. In my experience, it is unusual to find a combination of a high scientific level and awareness of industrial considerations.

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With contributions from many of the leaders in the field, this volume describes polysaccharide derivatives and new methods with unusual derivatives. It also highlights methods for modifying cellulose, nature's most abundant polymer, to make it accessible for numerous materials and products.

Chemical Modification of Lignocellulosic Materials

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Chemical Modification of Lignocellulosic Materials

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ASIN: 0824794729

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This volume emphasizes the growing need for wood products with advanced engineering properties. It details the fundamental principles of cellulose technology and presents current techniques to modifying the basic chemistry of lignocellulosic materials. The work: discusses the cost-efficient use of cellulose derivatives in a variety of commodities; highlights the chemical modification of wood by methods such as etherification, esterification and thermoplasticization; considers recent progress in the lignocellulosic liquefaction of wood; and more.

Heterogeneous Modification of Polymers: Matrix and Surface Reactions

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Heterogeneous Modification of Polymers: Matrix and Surface Reactions
Joseph Jagur-Grodzinski
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Dealing with bulk and surface modifications, this book covers heterogeneous polymer reactions. Such reactions can yield very different products from the corresponding homogeneous reactions and are of great importance in polymer materials science today. The author combines the discussion of basic principles with outline of prospective developments leading to novel products and technologies. He concentrates on specific aspects common to heterogeneous polymeric reactions.

Lactam-based Polyamides, Volume II: Modification Techniques and Applications

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Lactam-based Polyamides, Volume II: Modification Techniques and Applications
Rudolf Puffr , and Vladimir Kubanek
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This two-volume work examines general relationships among the structures, reactivity, and properties of polyamides important for predictions in such fields as materials science. The team of authors, including polymer research chemists, physicists, and specialists in technology and processing, compiled an extensive amount of literature (over 2300 references) to produce two volumes packed with text, tables, drawings, and first-hand information, much of it never before published. Topics include lactams and their production, properties, analysis, theory, and the technology of their polymerization, in addition to polyamides and their processing, modification, analysis, molecular characterization, structure, physical properties, degradation and stabilization, designing and application of products. Researchers and specialists in the preparation, modification, processing, structure, and properties of linear aliphatic polyamides will find Lactam-Based Polyamides, Volumes I and II to be invaluable texts.

Modification and Blending of Synthetic and Natural Macromolecules: Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Modification and Blending of Synthetic ... II: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry)

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Modification and Blending of Synthetic and Natural Macromolecules: Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Modification and Blending of Synthetic ... II: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry)

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ASIN: 1402027346

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The book provides a unique collection of 15 contributions by 15 internationally recognized scientists performing intensive research activity on the preparation and characterization of complex and multiphase materials based on macromolecules as well as on the evaluation and simulation of structure/properties relations. The topic is assuming a general increasing importance as providing a highly sustainable and modern approach to the present and future development of the important area of materials science and technology. The scientific route along the successive contributions goes from the controlled preparation of functional MM both by innovative polymerization reactions and preformed polymers modification (intramacromolecular complexity), to their combination with other MMs and materials to give blends and composites where new properties are conveniently achieved by morphologic complexity. The synergic behaviour of the different components in these last is obtained by reactive processing producing the necessary interfacial adhesion. Even if most examples deal with man-made MMs, biopolymers are also included. The various chapters provide in most cases an exhaustive fundamental description assisted by an up- to-date and broad list of relevant references The book is therefore an excellent informative and formative instrument for those involved in complex materials preparation and application in research and industry.

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This book is a comprehensive report of recent developments in Finsler geometry and Spray geometry. Riemannian geometry and pseudo-Riemannian geometry are treated as the special case of Finsler geometry. The geometric methods developed in this subject are useful for studying some problems arising from biology, physics, and other fields.
Audience: The book will be of interest to graduate students and mathematicians in geometry who wish to go beyond the Riemannian world. Scientists in nature sciences will find the geometric methods presented useful.

The Theory of Sprays and Finsler Spaces with Applications in Physics and Biology (Fundamental Theories of Physics)

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The Theory of Sprays and Finsler Spaces with Applications in Physics and Biology (Fundamental Theories of Physics)
P.L. Antonelli , Roman S. Ingarden , and M. Matsumoto
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ASIN: 079232577X

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This volume presents the principles and methods of sprays (path spaces) and Finsler spaces with many applications in the physical and life sciences. The book has six chapters and an extensive reference section. Beginning from the classical theory of sprays, Chapter 0 presents an introduction to modern Finsler differential geometry. The following three chapters can serve as a comprehensive graduate course using the notions of pre-Finsler connections in spray bundles. Topics covered are the calculus of variations and Finsler metric functions, spaces of constant curvature, projective and conformal geometry, two-dimensional Finsler spaces, Beswald spaces, (alpha, beta)-metrics, etc. Chapter 4 deals with the Finslerian view of dissipative mechanics, thermodynamics and information, and geometrical and electron optics. Chapter 5 discusses, from a Finslerian perspective, ecological problems and models, with particular reference to the Great Barrier Reef. Spray connection theory is shown to be indispensable for a logically consistent theory of social interactions. Projective Finsler geometry and Wagner connection theory are used to model time-sequencing changes in growth and development. Some direct applications to fossil measurements in paleontology are also described.
For geometers, physicists and theoretical (marine) biologists, the book can also be recommended as a supplementary graduate text.

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The works of three of the ancient world’s most celebrated playwrights appear in this collection of masterpieces of ancient drama: Aeschylus’ Prometheus Bound and the Oresteia trilogy (Agamemnon, The Libation-Bearers, and The Furies); Euripides’ Medea; and Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, Antigone, and Electra. An excellent compilation for students of drama, literature, and the classics.

Eight Tragedies of Shakespeare: A Marxist Study

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Eight Tragedies of Shakespeare: A Marxist Study
V. G. Kiernan
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EIGHT GREAT TRAGEDIES
Berman and Burto Edited By Barnet
Manufacturer: Mentor Books
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ASIN: B000LRGQH8

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EIGHT GREAT TRAGEDIES

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ASIN: B000HF99VO

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Eight Great Tragedies

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Eight Great Tragedies

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Eight Great Tragedies

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Eight Great Tragedies
Edited By Sylvan Barnet / Morton Berman / William Burto
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ASIN: B000GSNVNE

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Eight Great Tragedies

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