A Balanced Approach to Anatomy and Physiology with the most robust digital resource in Connect Plus and a full-color Workbook.

An investigation of the analogy between evolutionary processes and the processes of intelligent design used in the language of modern biology.

Emphasizing the biochemical nature of astrobiology, this title examines the origin of chemical elements, the developments that made the Universe habitable, and how life continues to be sustained. It discusses the formation of the first galaxies and stars, the diverse chemistry of the primordial planet, and the origins of metabolism.

Demonstrates the laboratory and field skills that you need for the practical aspects of your studies. This work covers core skills, including: ELISA assays; digital imaging; sterile technique for eukaroyte cell culture; real-time PCR; bioethics; personal development planning; curriculum choices; avoiding plagiarism; and E-learning.

Constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings of the 5th IFIP TC 5, SIG 5.1 International Conference on Computer and Computing Technologies in Agriculture, CCTA 2011, held in Beijing, China, in October 2011. This book covers a range of interesting theories and applications of information technology.

Constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 2nd IFIP International Conference on Computer and Computing Technologies in Agriculture. This title includes: foundations of computer science; software theory and practice; education; computer applications in technology; communication systems; systems modeling and optimization; and, more.

Constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings of the Third IFIP TC 12 International Conference on Computer and Computing Technologies in Agriculture, CCTA 2009, held in Beijing, China, in October 2009.